Police are appealing for help to find a man who escaped from a mental health facility.

Footage of Mohamed Mboob, who was last seen two weeks ago, in a McDonald’s on Sunday, August 27, has now been released as officers look for him.

The 36-year-old, who is also wanted in relation to an alleged indecent exposure offence from July, was at the fast-food chain in Stratford between 10.30am and 12.30pm.

During the clip Mboob can be seen wearing multi-coloured distinctive patchwork dungarees and gold trainers and was carrying a black rucksack. He is a slim black man, around 5ft 7in and has highlighted hair.

It is thought he has links to the Bromley area and people, especially women, are advised not to approach him.

Mboob absconded from a facility in Islington on Friday, August 25, and was seen heading in the direction of Archway station.

He also has links to the Paddington, Stratford, Brent Cross and Hackney and may use the alias name Jimmie Toshi.

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Ridley said: “My investigation team has been diligently trying to trace Mr Mboob for around two weeks.

“Through detailed enquiries, we have established several sightings of Mr Mboob in the Stratford area however he could be anywhere in London or further afield.

“I am asking for anyone with sightings of Mr Mboob to call 101 without delay and if anyone sees him, especially women, my advice is not to approach him and dial 999 immediately.

“He could be using public transport to travel, and again my advice to the public is not to approach him if seen.

“To aid our inquiries, I am today releasing footage of him wearing distinctive clothing, however he may now have changed his appearance including his hairstyle.

“My key priority is locating Mboob and I would encourage anyone who wishes to provide information anonymously to do so. I can assure you that all information provided will be immediately followed up.”

Anyone with information that could assist in locating Mboob should call police on 101, Tweet @MetCC or call Missing People on 116000, quoting 23MIS028958.

If seen, officers urge the public not to approach him but dial 999 immediately.

Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at the Crimestoppers website.