POLICE say they are "really concerned" for the welfare of a Southampton man who has been missing for nearly a week.

Ovidijus Aukselis, 22, was last seen by his housemate at 6am last Friday at their home in Arnold Road.

Relatives say the disappearance is extremely out of character. His sister, Indre Aukselyte, issued a personal plea for him to come home on Tuesday.

Ovidijus has mousey blonde hair, green/blue eyes and is around 6ft tall.

Detective Inspector Toby Elcock from the Western Investigations Team said: "We are really concerned about Ovidijus' welfare.

"This is very out of character, his friends and family are terribly worried about him.

"Have you seen a man matching this description recently? Do you know where he is or been in touch with him? Please contact us immediately.

"Ovidijus, if you are reading this, you’re not in any trouble. Please get in touch with someone and let them know you are ok."

Anyone with information is asked to contact 101, quoting 44160264873, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.