An urgent search has been launched to find a missing man.

Police officers are extremely concerned for the welfare of Samuel Croucher form Southampton.

The 31-year-old was last seen at around 10am yesterday (September 17) at Coachmans Copse in Southampton.

Sam is described as:

  • White
  • Of skinny build
  • 6ft 8ins tall
  • Dark brown hair
  • Beard
  • Tattoos on his calf and arm
  • Has an injury to the front of his nose.

READ MORE: Women sought after attempted theft of meat worth hundreds of pounds

A spokesperson from Hampshire Constabulary said: "We have been conducting enquiries to locate Samuel and are extremely concerned for his welfare.

"We are now turning to you for assistance.

"It is unknown what he is wearing, but he is likely to be in tracksuit bottoms and a hoody.

"We believe Samuel is likely to still be in the Southampton area, however he also has links to Portchester and Gosport. 

"If anyone has seen Samuel or has any information about his current whereabouts, please call 999 quoting reference 2418 of Tuesday, September 17."