POLICE are appealing for information on a man who is wanted on recall to prison.

James McLaughlin, 48, was released on licence in February this year after serving part of a sentence for burglary and fraud.

He is now believed to have breached the terms of his release.

He is described as being about 6ft tall and of medium to heavy build. He speaks with a strong Scottish accent and is also known as Jimmy or Jock.

He is believed to be in the Wakefield area and enquiries are ongoing to locate him.

Anyone who can assist is asked to contact police in Wakefield on 101, or via the livechat facility on the West Yorkshire Police website and quote reference number 13230342475.

Information can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.