Police have launched an urgent search to find a man who disappeared from a mental health facility in Ilford.

Kanya Ntuli, 35, was last seen leaving Goodmayes Hospital in Ilford at 7.19am on Friday, November 1.

Kanya is described by police as a black man, approximately feet tall with a medium build.

When he was last seen, he was wearing a grey jacket, a blue or green T-shirt, black trousers, and black trainers.

He is known to have connections in Hackney, Walthamstow, Chingford, and around the River Lea.

Officers are continuing their investigation to find him and have expressed concern for his wellbeing.

They are appealing to anyone who may have seen him to contact the authorities immediately.

The public is advised not to approach Kanya directly but to call police if he is spotted.

If you have any information, please dial 999 and quote reference CAD 3125/1Nov.