Police want to speak to this man in connection with theft and drugs offences in Southport

Have you seen Karl Bates? police want to speak to him in connection with theft and drugs offences.

Bates, 45, is wanted by police following an incident on June 22 where a cannabis set-up was found in Moss Road, close to Southport.

Officers attended with Bates believed to have made off from the scene. A BMW car, believed to be stolen, was also found at the address.

Bates, who also goes by the name Twinny, is described as white, 5ft 8in tall, of medium build. He has links to Southport and Merseyside.

Police are appealing for information and are urging anyone who can assist with their enquiries to come forward.

If you know where Bates is, please call 101 or email 4208@lancashire.pnn.police.uk quoting log 1418 of June 22.