A Southampton man is wanted by police in connection with the murder investigation sparked by Mark Noke's death.

Leighton Tabone, 23, is also wanted on a recall to prison for breaching his licence conditions in connection with a knife possession offence he was convicted of last year.

Police say he has links to Southampton and Gosport.

Earlier today, police revealed a seventh man has been arrested in connection with the case. He remains in custody.

READ MORE: Thornhill murder investigation timeline 

Tabone is described as being 5 feet 11 inches tall, of slim build, with blonde short hair, a moustache and a goatee, but could be clean-shaven, and has brown eyes. 

Acting DCI Howard Broadribb, who is leading the investigation, said: "We want to speak to Leighton in connection with Mark’s death and urge him to come forward.

"I would also like to remind anyone harbouring Leighton that they may be committing an offence and could be arrested themselves.

"If you see him, do not approach him—call 999 immediately.

"Officers have conducted a number of inquiries to find him, and we are now turning to the public for their help. If you know where he is, please get in touch with us directly or anonymously through Crimestoppers.

"Extra officers continue to be on patrol in the Thornhill area in the wake of Mark’s death."

Mark Noke was stabbed in the chest in the early hours of Saturday, 25 February.

He was found with 'significant injuries' in his flat on Warburton Road.

Anyone with information about the case should contact police on 101 or report online via the police website quoting 44230077698 or Operation Hibiscus.