UPDATE: Waldemar Hawro has since been found by police, as of October 7.

Police are hunting for a man convicted of drugs supply offences in Poland believed to be in Southampton.

Waldemar Hawro fled the country and is now wanted.

When located, he will be extradited to Poland, according to Hampshire Constabulary.

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The force are appealing for information to help them find the 36-year-old thought to be in the Southampton area.

He is described as white, about 5ft 5in tall, with dark brown hair.

"We are issuing an image of him as part of this appeal," a spokesperson said.

"If anyone recognises this man, or has any information regarding his whereabouts, please call 999 quoting reference 44210081242."