Gardaí are appealing for help in locating a missing 67 year-old man from Co. Kildare.

Erik Murray was last seen when he left his home in Celbridge at around 10.30 yesterday morning.

He is described as 5 foot 8 in height, of slim build and he was last seen wearing black trousers, a black jacket and he had a black rucksack with him.

It's understood he left in his car a blue Lexus IS 200 - registration number 03 D 6474.

Gardaí say they are concerned for his welfare and anyone with information is asked to contact Leixlip Garda station.