HAMPSHIRE Police have launched an appeal for an Isle of Wight man who has been missing since June 22, and who could be staying on a campsite in the county.

Isle of Wight CID are concerned for the welfare of Arthur Maslen, 55, who has been missing from his home address in Shanklin since June 22.

Mr Maslen is believed to have travelled to the Southsea area in Portsmouth and may be residing on camp sites in the Hampshire area.

He is described as being about 5ft 8inches tall and of small build. He has a bald head with a grey moustache and wears round spectacles.

He wears a silver St Christopher neck chain with a gold wedding ring on it and a yellow metal bracelet on his left wrist.

Anyone with sightings is asked to contact Hampshire Police on 0845 045 45 45.