Alice Springs Police are calling for public assistance to help locate 84-year-old man, Ermino Nepi.

Southern Watch Commander, Senior Sergeant Darrell Kerr said Mr Nepi was last seen walking down Barrett Drive at around 7:30 this morning.

“Police are currently conducting a land search in the area where Mr Nepi was last seen.

“He is described as a man of Caucasian appearance, frail, fair skin, short grey hair, approximately 150cm tall. He was last seen wearing a cap and glasses.

“Police are very concerned for the welfare of Mr Nepi and urge anyone who may know the whereabouts of him or who may have any information to contact Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”