A 78-YEAR-OLD from Southend has been found safe and well after being missing for more than 48 hours.

Specialist search officers from Essex Police found Brian Feakes, of Clifton Terrace, in the town this morning.

He will now be checked over by medical professionals as a precaution.

Mr Feakes had last been seen when he left his home in Clifton Terrace, Southend, at 11am on Monday, June 8, and went out for a walk.

Brian would often go out for walks but would normally only be gone for two hours. He was reported missing just after 5pm on Monday after he did not return.

Police have thanked everyone who helped with the search.