A MAN has been found safe and well four days after being reported missing from his home in Shinehill Lane, South Littleton, near Evesham.

Roy Careless, a 47-year-old self-employed gardener was discovered by a man shooting rabbits near Long Lartin prison at 11.30am on Friday, November 5.

He had been missing since 8am on Monday, November 1.

Police had expressed concern about his welfare, due to health reasons and the fact that he may not have taken his medication with him.

He was believed to have been going to see his doctor before going on to work, but did not turn up at either place.