A search is underway to find a wanted man from Radcliffe.

David Hawkins, 38, is wanted in connection with assault and stalking and is known to have links to Bury, police have said.

Officers are appealing for anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact them.

On social media, a police spokesperson said: “Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a wanted man from the Radcliffe area of Bury.

“David Hawkins is wanted in connection with an assault and stalking.

“David Hawkins is known to have links to the Bury area of Greater Manchester.

“Anybody with information regarding the whereabouts of David is asked to contact police on 0161 856 8172 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”

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