Gardaí in Cork are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a missing man.

33-year-old Matthew Leverett was last seen at around 5pm last Friday evening on Andersons Quay in the city.

He is described as being 5'8" tall, of slight build and with sandy/blond hair which is currently shaven.

Gardaí say he has a distinctive scar over his right eye and speaks with an English accent - and when last seen was wearing brown shoes, black trousers, a dark coat and a blue hooded top.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Anglesea Street Garda Station on 021-452-2000, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line on 1800-666-111, or any Garda station.