POLICE are searching for a wanted man after a young woman was assaulted.

The incident happened at an address in the Ringwood Road area of Alderholt on Saturday, December 10.

The victim – a woman in her 20s – suffered facial injuries in the incident.

Officers now want to speak to 30-year-old Gareth Mills in connection with the incident.

He is described as six feet five inches tall, with dark brown hair and blue eyes.

Police Sergeant Nick Lee, of East Dorset police, said: "Although we do not believe Mr Mills carries any immediate risk to the public, we would ask that he is not approached and for any immediate sightings to be reported by calling 999 immediately.

Police are asking anyone with information about Mr Mills’ whereabouts, or Mr Mills himself, to contact police.

Call 101 quoting occurrence number 55160184980.

Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.