Police in Newbury name two men they want to trace
They are wanted as part of an investigation into sexual offences
Thames Valley Police is appealing for the public’s help in tracing men who were missing from Newbury.
The men were reported missing, but we can now confirm they are also wanted in connection with a number of sexual offences reported by a victim, a boy in his teens.
Adam Hastings and Reece Upton, both aged 28, went missing around 3pm on Thursday (13/6) and were last seen in Chippenham in Wiltshire on Saturday (15/6).
They were last seen wearing the clothing in the CCTV image below and have links to the Wiltshire and Gloucestershire areas.
Sexual offences
Detective Inspector Bill Sykes said:
“Enquiries have been ongoing to locate Adam Hastings and Reece Upton and we are working closely with our partners in Wiltshire but we are now appealing for the public’s help.
“Hastings and Upton are now both wanted in relation to sexual offences in Newbury between 21 April and 13 June.
“If you see Hastings or Upton, we advise members of the public to not approach them and call 999. If you know where they are or may have seen them, please call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43240279403/ 54240070489.
“Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”