Preston Police are appealing for help tracing a man wanted after an assault in Deepdale.

Philip Hobson, 35, from the Deepdale area, is wanted in connection with an assault which happened at an address in the area in September last year.

He is described as white, 6ft tall, with blue eyes and a half inch scar on his forehead.

He is thought to be in the Deepdale area but has previous links to Accrington.

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PC Sarah Mallaby, of Preston Police, said: “Our enquiries to find Mr Hobson remain on-going and we would appeal to anyone who has seen him or has any information on his whereabouts to contact us as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting crime reference SA1612983.

Alternatively independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at Crimestoppers-uk.org.