Police have traced a high-risk sex offender who went missing from Blackpool.

Andrew Brook had failed to comply with his notification requirements by failing to register at a police station when he was released from prison.

A spokesperson for Blackpool police said: "Earlier today we asked for your help to find Andrew Brook who was wanted in Blackpool after failing to comply with his notification requirements as a registered sex offender.

"We are pleased to tell you that Brook, 65, was arrested this afternoon and is currently in custody."