POLICE are searching for an elderly man who went missing from a Bolton care home.

Leonard Sellers, aged 78, is suffering with early onset dementia and was last seen at the home on Chorley New Road.

He is described as a white male of medium build who is 5ft6 inches tall.

He was wearing a grey coat with a blue shirt and blue jeans when he went missing.

Early onset dementia can cause confusion or make it difficult to remember things, especially in the short-term.

Anyone who may have seen Mr Sellers should contact police as soon as possible on 101.