POLICE have stepped up their search for a missing bathroom fitter from Spital by releasing pictures of his van.

Colin Jones, 61, was last seen at his home in Venables Drive, Spital on Thursday night, before leaving the house and going out in his white Volkwagen transporter van, which was found in Riverwood Road, Bromborough.

Colin is described as 5ft 10in tall, with a medium build. He has short, straight dark brown hair and is clean shaven.

He was wearing a green waterproof jacket, black jeans and brown shoes.

Police are becoming increasingly concerned for his whereabouts and anyone who has seen Colin, or anyone fitting his description, is asked to DM @MerPolCC or call 101.