POLICE are appealing for information after an 18-year-old Chippenham man has gone missing.

Jerome Smith was last seen at Bath RUH this morning at 8am and is believed to be in the Bath, Bristol or Chippenham areas.

He’s described as white, of slight build and 6ft tall with short brown hair and looks young for his age.

He was wearing a dark hooded top, white t-shirt with a motif, dark tracksuit bottoms and black trainers.

Avon Fire and Rescue Service have sent out it's water safety boat along the River Avon and a police helicopter has also joined in the search.

Anyone with information should call 101 and quote log number 217.