POLICE have appealed for the public’s help in tracing a wanted man from Wombwell.

Ricky Bates, 33, of Janet’s Walk, is wanted in connection to shoplifting offences and assault, committed in Barnsley. He is also wanted on warrant.

A police spokesman said: “Anyone who has seen or heard from Bates recently, or who knows where he is, is asked to contact police immediately.

“Please call 101, quoting incident 612 of July 25, with any information or speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.”