An urgent appeal has been issued to help find a missing schoolgirl who was last seen in her uniform at a tram stop near Cheetham Hill.
21.06.2023 - 08:57 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Officers have issued an urgent appeal to track down a wanted man in Greater Manchester. Police say Gavin Barker was due to appear in court, but failed to appear in the dock.
The 36-year-old has links to Wigan, Greater Manchester Police says. The force has released a photo of Barker on social media this morning (June 21) alongside an appeal to find him.
In the image, Barker can be seen with short, dark hair and a tattoo on his neck. Anyone who sees Barker or has information on his whereabouts is urged to come forward as soon as possible.
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A spokesperson for GMP Wigan said: "Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace Gavin Barker who is wanted for failing to appear at court. Barker is known to have links to the Wigan area of Greater Manchester.
"Anybody with information, please call 0161 856 3622 or Crimestoppers UK." Independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously by phoning 0800 555 111.
An urgent appeal has been issued to help find a missing schoolgirl who was last seen in her uniform at a tram stop near Cheetham Hill.
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