AN appeal has been launched after a man failed to appear at court.

Police in Macclesfield are appealing to the public to help locate James Pye.

The 33-year-old resides in the town but also has links to Knutsford, Crewe and Northwich.

Pye is described as white, around 6’ tall and of a slim build. He has blonde hair and hazel coloured eyes.

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Anyone who sees Pye or has information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact Cheshire Constabulary via the website cheshire.police.uk/tell-us quoting IML 1238801.

Alternatively information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by contacting Cheshire Constabulary on 101.