POLICE are warning the public not to approach a man from the Isle of Wight who has gone missing.

They say that David Glasby could have travelled anywhere since he was last seen in the Newport area of the island yesterday at midday.

The 45-year-old is described as white, of medium build, clean shaven with dark brown receding hair and green eyes. He is 5ft 8ins tall and was last seen wearing a black thin waterproof coat.

Any sightings of Mr Glasby should be reported to the duty police sergeant at Newport Police Station on 0845 045 4545.