Hamilton police are asking for the public's help find a 75-year-old Dundas man missing from his retirement home.

Franco Mamone was last week at the Governors Manor Retirement Home, on Ogilvie Street, Wednesday afternoon.

He's described as approximately 5-feet, 120 pounds, with short grey hair. He speaks Italian and is only easily understood by close friends and family.

Police said he's well-known in Dundas, where he is often seen walking downtown and has a "distinct shuffle."

It's believed he was wearing dark clothing when he went missing.

Anyone with information is asked to call 905-546-4930 or 905-546-4931 and request the on duty Staff Sergeant.