THERE are fears for an elderly man who went missing from a hotel.

Police have been searching through the night and today for Eric Coldridge, who was last seen in his hotel in Devonshire Place in Eastbourne at about 8pm yesterday.

The 86-year-old is a visitor to the town and may be confused.

Eric is 5ft 8in and slim with greying hair, and was last seen wearing a navy top and beige trousers.

Police have launched an appeal with Eric's photo shared on social media.

Anyone who sees him in Eastbourne or further afield is urged to call 999 right away, quoting serial 1412 of 28/06.