A 57-year-old man with dementia is missing in Headington after leaving the John Radcliffe Hospital this morning, police have said.

Shaun O'Leary was last seen around 7am at the John Radcliffe Hospital Emergency Department heading towards London Road.

A Thames Valley Police spokesperson has said Mr O'Leary suffers from dementia so may come across as confused or lost.

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He is described by police as a white male, around 6ft in height with a slim build.

Mr O'Leary was wearing a grey jacket with blue jeans, blue Adidas trainers, a black scarf and a grey hat. 

He was also reported to have been carrying a notepad.

Anyone who sees Mr O'Leary should call 101 and cite the reference number INC-20240515-0402.