Gwent Police are appealing for information after a 39-year-old man absconded from Llanarth Court Hospital on Monday afternoon.

Richard Higgs was last seen at around 2pm on Monday, before leaving the secure unit in Llanarth.

Mr Higgs is described as a white male, 6’2, of large build, and with reddish/brown hair. He was wearing camouflage trousers with black military boots and a black top.

Mr Higgs was carrying a small holdall, and sometimes wears glasses.

Police have asked anyone with information regarding Richard’s whereabouts to contact them on 101 quoting Log 291 11/01/16.