THE search is on for a Tilehurst man who has been missing since this morning.

Paul Kiernan, aged 44, was last seen at about 9.50am today in Wensley Road, Reading.

He is white with short dark hair and is about 6ft tall with a slim build. When he was last seen he was wearing blue jeans, a white t-shirt, black and brown trainers and may have been wearing a cap and an army jacket.

Mr Kiernan has a tattoo of a skeleton on his right forearm, and is known to frequent the Wensley Road and Coley areas.

Investigating officer, Insp Natalie Beresford-Bolton, said: “We are concerned for Paul’s welfare and I would like to ask anyone who has seen him, or has any information as to his whereabouts to please call us on 101 as a matter of urgency.

“Paul, if you see this appeal, please get in touch to let us know that you are safe and well.”

If you have any information relating to this case, please call 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.