Elderly man missing from Auckland Hospital

Police are growing concerned for the wellbeing of a 79-year-old man who has walked off from Auckland Hospital this morning.

Stanley Harris, who suffers from a medical condition, wandered away from the hospital about 11am. He may be in the Grafton or city area.

Due to his age, condition and with night falling, police had growing concerns for his welfare.

He was last seen wearing a grey and blue sweatshirt, pink striped shirt, blue/black beanie, black shoes and blue jeans.

He described as Caucasian, medium to solid build and about 170cm tall.

- NZPA