Appeal to trace wanted man with links to Poole

We're asked not to approach 45 year old Matthew Foster-Smith

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 1st Oct 2024

Dorset detectives have put out an appeal to trace a wanted man with links to Poole.

4\5 year old Matthew Foster-Smith is being sought in connection with stalking allegations and breaching an harassment order.

He's previously been charged and was bailed by Poole Magistrates Court to an address in London - but he never arrived there.

Foster-Smith also has links to Cambridge and the Hammersmith and Enfield areas of London.

He's described as:

  • White
  • Five feet nine inches tall
  • Medium build
  • Greying dark brown hair

Detective Inspector Darren Moores, of BCP CID, said:

“We have been carrying out extensive enquiries to locate Matthew Foster-Smith but these have so far been unsuccessful.

“I am now appealing to the public for any information that might assist in locating him, as we are very keen to locate Matthew Foster-Smith and bring him before the court so he can face the judicial process, and provide reassurance to the victims of his alleged stalking activity.

“Our enquiries have covered the London and Cambridge areas, as well as locally, and I am asking for anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to please make contact with us.

“While we have no information to indicate Foster-Smith presents a risk to the general public, I would urge anyone who sees him not to approach him, but to instead dial 999 immediately.”

If you see him, you're asked to call 999 immediately.

Any other information on his whereabouts can be passed on to 101, quoting reference number 55240144480 or to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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