A MISSING North Yorkshire man has been found safe and well.

North Yorkshire Police officers issued an appeal in the search for a missing 50-year-old man from Whitby on Saturday (September 16).

Officers have now confirmed he has been found safe and well.

A police spokesperson said: "North Yorkshire Police are pleased to report that the 50-year-old man from Whitby has been found safe and well.

"Thank you for helping with our appeal."