Appeal to locate wanted Whitby man who has been recalled to prison

Officers believe Owen Britton, 19, could be in Scarborough or Whitby

Author: Karen LiuPublished 26th Aug 2021

North Yorkshire Police has issued an appeal to locate a wanted Whitby man.

19-year-old Owen Britton is wanted after being recalled to prison for breaching his licence.

Officers have carried out extensive enquiries to locate him and are now appealing to anyone who has seen him or knows where he is to come forward with information.

They believe he could be in Scarborough or Whitby.

Britton, who is white and approx. 6 ft 2ins tall with brown hair and blue eyes, knows he is wanted and has been actively evading police since he was recalled to prison.

If you see him, or have any info, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 12210165251

Alternatively, you can pass on information anonymously through independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via their website.

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