The sister of a man who has vanished without a trace has begged for information about his disappearance.

Matt Dixon left his home in Peacehaven to travel to Brighton more than a week ago and has not been seen since.

It is believed the 37-year-old caught a bus to The Level although it is not known if he arrived.

He has not contacted his 26-year-old sister Charlotte Atkinson since, despite the pair usually speaking and sending text messages to one another every day.

She said his disappearance was “completely out of character”.

Mr Dixon’s mobile phone initially rang but is now going straight to answer phone suggesting it has either been turned off or the battery has died.

Miss Atkinson, of Cambridge Road, Hove, pleaded for anyone with information about her brother’s whereabouts to come forward.

She said: “It is not like him not to answer his phone. He always answers it. We are all really, really worried.”

She was last night due to contact Sussex Police.

Mr Dixon is about 5ft 10in tall, slim with long, dark, dread-locked hair. He has a tattoo on his arm.

Anyone with information is asked to call Miss Atkinson on 07745 550683.