NORTH Yorkshire Police are appealing to the public to help trace a convicted burglar who wanted for recall to prison.

Stephen Watson was released from prison in March this year having been jailed for 52 weeks in March 2014 for burgling a house in Lowdale Avenue, Scarborough, on November 18, 2013.

The 27-year-old breached his prison licence when he was arrested and charged for a string of alleged theft of food from local shops in August and September. He is due to appear at Scarborough Magistrates’ Court on October 10 in relation to these offences.

The Probation Service has authorised a warrant for his arrest and recall to prison for failing to abide by his prison release licence.

Watson, who has links in Middlesbrough as well as the Eastfield area of Scarborough and Rydedale, is described as white, 5ft 7in tall, short dark-brown hair, blue eyes, with a medium build.

Anyone with information that could help track down Scott Watson, including possible sightings, are asked to call North Yorkshire Police without delay on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room.

Alternatively, information can be passed to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 if you would prefer to remain anonymous.

Quote reference number 12160163266 when providing information about this case.