DETECTIVES involved in a "major" ongoing drugs investigation are on the hunt for a man who they believe could be in Southampton.

Officers have released an appeal for information in helping them find the whereabouts of 40-year-old Jon Adam Hughes.

Police in Jersey say he is wanted in relation to a major ongoing drugs investigation.

They say Hughes is known to have connections to the Southampton area.

The appeal, by States of Jersey Police, has been shared by Hampshire Police.

In the appeal, a spokesperson for the Channel Island force said: “We are seeking information regarding the whereabouts of 40-year-old Jon Adam Hughes.

"He is wanted in relation to a major ongoing drugs investigation and has known connections to the Southampton area.

"Anybody with information is asked to contact the States of Jersey Police on 01534 612612 - quoting Masterfile M02164/2019 - or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”