POLICE have appealed for help to trace a 33-year-old man from Exeter who is now believed to be in the South Devon area between Teignmouth and Paignton.

Tristan Locke is wanted after failing to appear at court and in relation to a report of an assault.

A police spokesperson said: ‘Inquiries have been made to locate him and officers are now appealing to the public for information on his whereabouts.

‘Locke is described as a white male, around 5ft 8ins tall, of slim build with dark brown hair and may have some facial hair.

‘He is now believed to be in the Paignton and Teignmouth area.

‘Anyone who sees Locke or knows of his whereabouts is asked to call police on 999, quoting log 593 7 March.

‘Information can also be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers via www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555111.’