POLICE have confirmed the man seen at a dental practice in Bournemouth in a "confused" state has been found safe and well.

An investigation was launched following a report at 8.57am on Saturday, April 10 that an elderly man had attended the Westbourne Dental Practice in Alum Chine Road and appeared to be in a confused state. He left prior to police arrival.

Following enquiries and a public appeal, the man involved has now been identified and it has been confirmed that he is safe and well.

We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal.