Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of a man who went missing on Friday.

Ashley Fricker, 21, has not been seen since he was separated from friends on a night out in London.

Mr Fricker, a contract electrician who lives with his parents in Rowan Grove, Aveley, was refused entry to Charlie's night-club in Fenchurch Street, Bishopgate, because he was wearing casual clothes.

Police have appealed for help from the public and can be contacted at Grays on 01375 391212.

His mobile phone is full of unanswered messages and he withdrew £200 from his bank account.

Mr Fricker is white, 6ft 2ins tall and slim, with blue eyes and distinctive short ginger hair.

He has a ruddy complexion, was clean shaven and was wearing a grey fleece jacket, dark blue jeans and black trainers.

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