THE family of a missing Winchester man have said they fear for his safety.

Grant Maddocks was last seen at approximately 6.30pm on Saturday, August 6 in the Romsey Road area.

Police believe he is on foot.

The 52-year-old is described as white, 6ft 3in tall and of a slim build. He has short blonde/brown hair.

Officers don't have a description of what Mr Maddocks is wearing, however, it's believed he could be dressed in a black vest top, blue jeans and dark footwear – possibly a pair of slippers.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "Have you seen missing Grant Maddocks from Winchester?

"We, and Grant’s family, are very concerned for his welfare, and are asking anyone who has seen him to please get in touch with us. We believe that he is on foot.

"We do not have a description of what Grant is wearing, however it’s believed that he could be wearing a black vest top, blue jeans and dark footwear – possibly a pair of slippers. 

"If you see Grant please call 999.

"Anyone that has information that they believe could assist our enquiries can contact us on 101, quoting 44220316567.

"You can also submit information to us online here: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/."