An appeal has been launched to the public to help find a North East man wanted in connection with an aggraveted burglary.

Police have launched an appeal to help find Dean Knight, 36, in connection with an aggravated burglary.

Cleveland Police have released an image of Knight as part their search, and warned members of the public to not approach him.

Knight has connections has connections in the Gresham and Newport areas of Middlesbrough.

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A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: "Officers are appealing to the public for their assistance with tracing Dean Knight aged 36 who is wanted in connection with an aggravated burglary.

"Police would urge anyone who sees him to not approach him and to contact officers on 101 regarding his whereabouts.

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"Dean has connections in the Gresham and Newport areas of Middlesbrough."

Police have urged members of the public to contact them on 101 if they see Knight.

To pass information anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.