POLICE are hunting a man wanted in connection with a number of theft and burglary offences across Dorset.

Daniel Bolton, 34, is wanted in connection with the offences which occurred in the areas including Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. He is also wanted for failing to appear at court.

Bolton is described as white, around five feet seven inches tall and of large build with brown hair and blue eyes.

It is believed he is currently using a blue Toyota Yaris, which is reportedly being driven on false plates, and is also known to travel by bicycle.

Inspector Nick Lee, of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole neighbourhood enforcement team, said: “Daniel Bolton is wanted in connection with a number of offences, and we are carrying out various enquiries to try and locate him.

“I am appealing to any members of the public with information regarding his whereabouts to please come forward.

“While we have no information to indicate Bolton presents a risk to members of the public, anyone who sees him is urged not to approach him but to dial 999 immediately.”

If you see Daniel Bolton, you should dial 999 immediately. Anyone else with other information should call 101, quoting occurrence number 55220104444.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.