Police have launched an appeal to find an 84-year-old man who has been missing from his home in East Kilbride since Thursday.

Thomas Clark was last seen at 10.45am on March 23 when he was seen on CCTV leaving Hairmyres Hospital.

Cops believe believe he returned to his home in Kirkton Park and then left at around 6pm, although this has not yet been confirmed.

Mr Clark is described as a white, 5ft 6in, of slim build, and with white hair.

When he was last seen, he was wearing a long brown or mahogany puffer jacket, brown leather shoes, a checked jumper in grey with blue and green diamonds on front, a black beanie hat, and grey padded gloves with black leather palms.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “Officers continue to assess CCTV and have been conducting door-to-door enquiries.

“We have been liaising with local businesses and transport providers in order to assist the enquiry.”

Mr Clark’s niece took to social media to ask the public to “keep your eyes out.”

She added: “My uncle has been missing since Thursday from his home in East Kilbride.

“We think he will be around Bellshill/Carfin/Holytown area.

“I urge you all please keep your eyes out for Thomas Clark and contact me or my family.”

Anyone who has seen Mr Clark or has any information on his whereabouts is asked to contact officers at East Kilbride on 101.