POLICE have launched a ‘Wanted’ appeal after a Petersfield man failed to appear before a Hampshire court.

Ashley Hall is wanted by police as the 33-year-old failed to appear at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, November 6.

Officers have been carrying out a number of enquiries to locate him and would now like the help of the public.

Hall has links to Petersfield and East Hampshire, as well as neighbouring areas of Surrey and Sussex.

He is described as: white, of slim build, around 6ft tall and has brown hair.

If you know where he is, please call 101 as soon as possible.

Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.