Gary Mooney of Jemmett Steet, Plungington, is described as white, 5ft 6in tall, of medium build with blue eyes and receding grey hair.
AdvertisementThe 43-year-old is wanted by police for breaching his release licence conditions.
He has links to Ribbleton and the city centre area.
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Preston Police say: “We are advising people not to approach him as he could be violent.”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or email 2314@lancashire.pnn.police.uk.
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