OFFICERS are searching for a missing man that may be in the New Forest.

Lee Harris, 38 was last seen at 1.20pm at an address in Portsmouth on August 25.

Now, officers have reason to believe he may be in the New Forest.

Lee is described as; white, 5ft 8ins, with brown eyes and a thick grey beard. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a white t-shirt and black trainers.

A spokesperson for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said: “t’s believed he has travelled out of Portsmouth and could be in the Southampton or New Forest area, or could have travelled further afield.

“He was wearing an orange fleece but may also have had a grey fleece with him. He has a sleeve tattoo on his arm.

“He was reported missing yesterday and since then we have been carrying out a number of enquiries to trace him.

“We are now turning to the community for help. If you think you’ve seen him since he went missing, or think you might know where he is, please contact us immediately on 101 quoting 44240368234.

“In an emergency dial 999.”