The police have issued a renewed appeal for information to assist in locating Rhesaint Forde, who is sought after for not attending court.

Forde, who is 30 years old, hails from Huddersfield and has affiliations in the Fartown and Dalton areas of the town. He also has ties to Bradford and Leeds, in addition to Birmingham in the West Midlands.

Forde is wanted for failing to appear in both Birmingham and Leeds crown courts.

Any individual possessing information regarding his whereabouts is urged to get in touch with West Yorkshire Police by dialling 101 or by visiting www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat, quoting reference 13230524056.

Alternatively, one may contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.