Have you spotted Barney?

Barney Ward - police want to question him

Police today appealed for help in tracing 36-year-old Barney Ward who is wanted in connection with a number of thefts in the Oldham area.

Det Insp Javid Pervaiz, from the intelligence unit at Oldham, said: “The wanted website is a great way that members of the public can help us with ongoing investigations.

“We are keen to speak to Barney so I would urge local residents to look closely at his picture and call police if you have any idea where he might be.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the unit on 0161-872 5050.