HAMPSHIRE residents are being warned to be vigilant against poachers after a suspicious vehicle was spotted late at night.

The green Nissan 4x4 bearing the registration plate K384 RCR was spotted in the area of the A31 near Winchester before it was followed onto the A272 and onto Wheely Down Road.

The incident happened at about 1am on Saturday, October 10, and the vehicle managed to evade officers.

A police spokesman said: "In light of increased incidents of poaching activity across Hampshire, please be vigilant and ensure all reasonable measures are taken to secure land.

"If any activity is seen and ongoing at the time, please report it to the Police via 999."