A large search operation is underway for a missing man in Galway.

Ben Garrett from Mayo was last seen in the Eglington Street area of Galway City in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Gardai and members of the defence forces are set to join the 21 year old's friends and family in a number search operations today.

He's described as being approximately six foot in height with short brown hair and of athletic build.

Anyone who can help in finding Ben, is asked to contact Galway Garda station.