POLICE are trying to track down a wanted man who missed a court hearing.

North Yorkshire Police said Callum James Reed, 24, from Harrogate, had been due to appear at Harrogate Magistrates Court on August 10 in relation to a criminal damage charge, but failed to turn up.

A police spokesman added: "Officers are appealing to anyone who sees Mr Reed or knows where he is to contact them with information.

"He is believed to be in the Harrogate area."

Anyone who can help officers with their inquiries is urged to phone North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and pass information to the Force Control Room.

Alternatively, phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Quote reference number 12170143736.