A man from Accrington is wanted by police, in connection with “a number of offences” including burglary and assault.

John Marsden, 26, is being sought by North Yorkshire police.

It is thought he could be in Bacup or Burnley.

Anyone with information has been asked to get in touch with police or report information anonymously to Crimestoppers.

A police spokesperson said: “Have you seen wanted man John Marsden, 26, from Accrington.

“Mr Marsden is wanted by police in North Yorkshire in connection with a number of offences including burglary and assault.

“It’s believed he could be in the Bacup or Burnley area.

“Anyone who has seen him or knows where he is now is asked to call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and pass information to the force control room for incident 12240111818.

“If you have an immediate sighting of him, please call 999.

“If you do not wish to speak to the police, you can pass information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online via their website.”