SOMERSET Police are searching for a man who was last spotted this morning in a hospital in Taunton.

A search has been launched for 42-year-old Gareth, who was last captured on CCTV in Taunton's Musgrove Park Hospital this morning around 7am.

Speaking after Gareth disappeared this morning, a spokesperson from the Avon and Somerset Police said: "He (Gareth) was last seen at about 7am today (Saturday, October 26) at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton.

"Gareth is 42 years old and is described as white, male, of slim build and about 5ft 9inches.

"He has several tattoos, including on his neck and arms. He may have a bandage on his right arm too.

"Gareth is known to have links to the Bridgwater area."

If you see missing Gareth please call 999.

Police advise that if you see Gareth, rather than approaching him, call 999 with the reference number 5224282489.