Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man wanted by virtue of an arrest warrant in the Newcastle area.

Jamie Parkinson, aged 30, is wanted in relation to an outstanding warrant for property, drug and fraud offences.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 180-185cm tall, tanned complexion with brown hair and has tattoos on both sides of his neck. He is known to frequent Hamilton South.

Any person who sees Jamie Parkinson is advised not to approach him but contact police immediately.