UPDATE: We are pleased to report Karl Traves has been found


Officers are appealing for help from the public to find a missing man from Christchurch.

Karl Traves, aged 31, was last seen at around 4.40pm on Thursday at an address in the Burton area.

It is believed he left the area travelling in a silver Mazda 2, with the registration number RV59 ZDH.

Karl is described as white, approximately five feet seven inches tall and of slim build with shaved dark hair.

He was last seen wearing a black Adidas zip-up hooded top with a red, gold and green logo, a dark-coloured baseball cap, dark-coloured trousers and brown boots.

Chief Inspector Andy Bell, of Dorset Police, said: “We are concerned for Karl’s welfare and are keen to locate him as soon as possible so we can make sure he is all right.

“I would ask anyone who has seen Karl, his vehicle, or a man matching the description given, to please contact Dorset Police.

“Finally, if you see this appeal Karl, please get in touch with us or your family as we all just want to make sure you are OK.”