A person who left clothes on a Wellington beach is being sought by police, who have concerns for their safety.
A search and rescue operation is under way after items of clothing were found on Hataitai Beach, near Evans Bay Parade, at around 9pm Monday evening.
The clothing items are green-and-orange Nike running shoes, a faded black T-shirt and a pair of green-and-white ankle socks.
![The clothing was found on the beach near Evans Bay Parade at approximately 9pm on Monday. Photo / NZ Police](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/GXY3WOXBYLGXJDWZGCR3YVRM3I.png?auth=dfdfa06ab9201f1bcb40fdf0910c5ec9a2199ab6762fe89c85e3e5abe33a902d&width=16&height=12&quality=70&smart=true)
A male wearing a pair of black shorts was seen entering the water around the same time the clothing was abandoned, however police do not know whether he is connected.