Police have released an appeal to find a missing man thought to be in the New Forest.

Matthew, 40, is believed to be in the Brockenhurst area.

He has not been in touch with anyone since Wednesday June 1.

After looking at CCTV, officers believe Matthew, who lives in Somerset, boarded a train to Brockenhurst at Yeovil Pen Mill station on the morning of June 1.

He was wearing a purple fleece and carrying a blue rucksack.

Daily Echo: CCTV of missing MatthewCCTV of missing Matthew

Police say is known to have links with Yeovil and Dorset, in particular Weymouth and West Bay. He also previously lived in Bristol.

He is described as white, about 5ft 5ins, of a large build and has dark brown hair.

He has a West Country accent and normally is clean shaven.

Anyone who sees Matthew is asked to call 999 and give reference number 5222130713.

Anyone who knows where he might be should call 101. 

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