A 45-year-old Ipswich man who was reported missing last night was found early this morning, police said.

Ipswich Star: Samuel Hogben, who has been reported missing from Ipswich. Picture: CONTRIBUTEDSamuel Hogben, who has been reported missing from Ipswich. Picture: CONTRIBUTED (Image: Archant)

Suffolk Constabulary issued an appeal for help finding Samuel Hogben as officers had become concerned for his welfare.

He had last been seen at his home in Wigdeon Close at around 4am on Wednesday.

The appeal was publicised just after 10pm and by 2am Mr Hogben had been found.

“45-year-old Samuel Hogben who was reported missing from Ipswich has been found safe and well,” a police spokesman said.

“Officers would like to thank the media and members of the public for their assistance with this appeal.”