Devon and Cornwall Police are seeking the public's help to trace a 37-year-old man from Helston.

Terry Perkins is wanted in connection with an investigation into an assault.

Enquiries have been made by police to locate him and officers are now appealing to the public for information on his whereabouts.

Devon and Cornwall Police said: "Perkins is described as white, approximately 5ft 8ins tall, and of a medium build. He has short ginger hair and may have stubble.

"He was last known to be in the Essex area. He is also believed to have links to London and Scotland.

"Anyone who sees Perkins is asked not to approach him but to call police on 999, quoting log number 989 31st May."

Information can also be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111, or via Crimestoppers (crimestoppers-uk.org)