Appeal to trace wanted man – Banbury

Thames Valley Police is appealing for information to help trace a man who is wanted in Banbury.

Umar Farouq, aged 26, is wanted on recall to prison in connection with drug supply offences.

Farouq is described as Asian, 5 ft 8ins tall, of medium build and with short black straight hair and facial hair. It is not known whether or not he is still wearing the eye patch he is pictured with.

He has links to Banbury, Bicester, Birmingham and the wider West Midlands.   

Enquiries are ongoing to locate Umar, but we are appealing for the public’s help in tracing Umar Farouq.  

There is no immediate risk to the public but if you see Umar Farouq, do not approach him and call 999 instead.

If you have information as to his whereabouts please submit it through our online reporting page or call 101 quoting 43250183610.

If you do not wish to speak to the police you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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