POLICE want to speak to a man with links to Bromsgrove about several thefts in Worcester - but are warning the public not to approach him.

Russell Allen, 24, is described as white, around 6ft 1in tall, medium build, with short slightly curly light brown hair and has an Irish accent.

Officers want to trace him to aid their enquiries into a number of thefts in Worcester city centre during September and October.

In addition to having connections with Bromsgrove, Allen also has links to Worcester and Belfast.

Anyone who sees Allen or knows where he might be is asked not to approach him but to call 101 or 999 in an emergency.