Officers carrying out enquiries to locate a wanted man are appealing for information from the public to find him.
Brandon McCarthy, aged 27 and from Christchurch, is wanted on suspicion of breaching a non-molestation order.
He is described as approximately five feet nine inches tall and of stocky build with dark hair and blue eyes.
He is known to visit the areas of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, as well as Southampton.
Detective Constable Deborah Langford, of Dorset Police, said: “We are carrying out a number of enquiries to try and locate Brandon McCarthy.
“I am now appealing to any members of the public with information regarding his whereabouts to please come forward.
“We would urge anyone who sees him to not approach and instead dial 999 immediately.”
If you see Brandon McCarthy, you should dial 999 immediately. Anyone else with other information should call 101, quoting occurrence number 55250162449. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
