Police appeal for information to locate wanted Northumberland man

Police are appealing for information to locate a wanted Northumberland man.

Karl Philp, aged 37, is wanted in connection with a report of assault.

Karl Philp. Picture: Northumbria Policeplaceholder image
Karl Philp. Picture: Northumbria Police

Extensive enquiries are ongoing to locate Philp, who is understood to know that he is wanted.

He is believed to be in the Northumberland area but also has links to Sunderland and Durham.

Enquiries suggest he often uses trains to travel.

Members of the public are advised not to approach Philp and instead contact police immediately.

Anyone with information should send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media or use the live chat and report forms on the Force’s website.

For those unable to make contact via the above ways, call 101.

Please quote reference number: 26000460424.

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