Avon and Somerset Police need your help to help find wanted man, Stephen James Powell.

The 36-year-old from Bristol man is wanted on a warrant issued by Bristol Crown Court.

He has been convicted of a number of sex offences but failed to appear at court for both his trial and sentencing during which he was jailed for eight years in his absence.

He is described as white, 5ft 10ins tall, of slim build with brown eyes and a shaved head.

Police believe he is in the Bristol area – he has specific links to the Hartcliffe area of the city but also frequents the Warmley and Muller Road areas. There has also been reports of him being seen in Bath.

Anyone who sees Powell is asked to call: 999 and provide the call handler with the reference: 52171 11105. If you have information on his whereabouts please call: 101, quoting the same reference.

If you’d prefer not to talk to the police, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on: 08005 55111, or use their non-traceable anonymous online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.