Convicted sex offender wanted by police may be in Yorkshire

Officers are appealing for information to trace George Casson, 30, from Harrogate, after his prison recall was issued on July 3.

North Yorkshire Police said Casson breached his licence conditions by failing to attend appointments with the Probation Service.

“Extensive enquiries have been ongoing to locate Casson and we’re now appealing for your help to help find him,” the force said.

They said it is believed Casson could be in the Harrogate area but also has links to Lancashire, Weston-Super-Mare in Avon and Somerset.

Casson is described as white, 5ft 4in tall, small build, cropped brown hair and blue eyes. Police said he has previously had a short brown beard or stubble, but he may be clean shaven.

Casson was last December jailed for 19 months after pleading guilty to one charge of sexual communication with a child committed over several weeks some years ago.

Police urge anyone who sees Casson to phone 999 and those with information about his whereabouts to call 101.

Information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers by phoning 0800 555 111 or via its website.

Quote reference number 12260124861 when providing any information.