A Ribbleton man with connections across Lancashire is being sought by police.

Preston Police are appealing to trace Ashley Walmsley who failed to appear in court earlier in August.

He was charged with possession with intent to supply drugs and dangerous driving.

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27-year-old Walmesley has a last known address of Westfield Drive, Ribbleton.

He has links to Bamber Bridge, Leyland, Chorley, Blackpool and East Lancashire.

The public are being urged not to approach him.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101.

Or Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800555111 and information passed anonymously.

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