CONCERNS have been raised for the safety of a missing pensioner.

John Dowton, 77, (pictured) disappeared from near his home at Charles Jones Crescent in Batley at about noon yesterday.

He is about 5ft 5ins tall and skinny, with receding grey hair.

He was last seen wearing a black jacket and a cream shirt, dark blue jeans and black leather shoes.

Anyone with information should call the Kirklees duty inspector via 0845 6060606.