A large-scale search has taken place amid an ongoing hunt for a missing man.

More than 50 people joined police officers in the operation to find John Macklin in Ashford.

Mr Macklin has been missing from the Faversham area for a week.

The 43-year-old was last seen in the Eastling area last Monday morning, but is now believed to have travelled to the Ashford area.

Kent Search and Rescue (KSAR) teams were called out yesterday morning to assist police with the search.

At least 50 volunteers were drafted in, with vehicles seen parked in the Dobbies car park on Eureka Park.

Canoes and water search equipment were also spotted at the scene – but the teams have left the area today.

A police spokesman confirmed Mr Macklin was still missing, and that officers were continuing to appeal for information as to his whereabouts.

He last seen wearing a grey hooded top, dark blue jeans, a pair of black Nike trainers and a navy blue waterproof jacket.

Mr Macklin is believed to have links to Chatham and Snodland.

A Kent Police spokesman said: "Officers are concerned for his welfare and anyone who has seen John or knows of his whereabouts is urged to call us."

Anyone who can help should call Kent Police on 101 quoting the reference number 26-0269.