Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing 45-year-old man who is believed to be in Brighton.
Gary James Dean, from Bournemouth, was reported missing at 7.45pm on Tuesday and has not been seen by his family for several days.
Detective Sergeant Trevor Hawkins, of Bournemouth CID, said: “Gary’s family are extremely worried about him – he has been very upset recently and they fear that he may come to some harm.”
Gary is white and around five feet eleven inches tall. He is usually clean shaven and has short, receding brown hair.
DS Hawkins continued: “If anyone has seen Gary, or knows of his whereabouts, then please contact us urgently.
“I would ask Gary to please contact his family so that they can be sure that he is safe and well.”
Anyone with any information or knowledge as to Gary’s whereabouts should call Dorset Police on 01202 222 222.