THE police helicopter was called out to search for a wanted man in Hamworthy.

An officer reported a possible sighting of the man, who is wanted for breaching his licence conditions, at 3.25pm today, and a search was carried out in the area of Turlin Moor Recreation Ground.

Police are continuing their search of the surrounding area, a spokesperson for the force said.

"It is not believed the man poses any significant risk to members of the public," they added.