Thames Valley Police has issued a photo of a man from Banbury who is wanted on recall to prison.

Michael Foster, aged 30, has failed to reside at approved accommodation on his release from prison and has not been sighted since. He is also wanted in connection with an assault and theft of motor vehicle in Leamington.

He is described as white, 6ft 5ins, short straight fair hair with tattoos on both arms and wrists.

Det Sgt Lee Newman from Banbury Police station said: “We are very keen to trace Michael. He has failed to reside at his approved residence following his release from prison and we would like to speak to him in connection with further offences.

“He is known to frequent the Banbury area.

“We would like to hear from anyone who recognises Michael or knows of his whereabouts and would ask them to contact us as a matter of urgency.”

If you have any information please contact the Thames Valley Police Enquiry Centre on 101 quoting URN 1211 7/6/16.

If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers (opens new window) anonymously on 0800 555 111. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.