POLICE are appealing for the public’s help to trace a wanted man.

David Smart, 61, is wanted after failing to appear at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court in relation to harassment offences.

A spokesman, of Durham Police, said: “We believe Mr Smart may be living in the Launceston area of Devon and Cornwall.

“Anyone harbouring him could potentially be committing a criminal offence.”

Durham Police is appealing for anyone with information on his whereabouts to call 101.