Police investigating an assault have appealed to the public to trace this man

Police investigating an assault have appealed to the public to trace a man from Cheshire. Detectives want to trace Damon Brown.

The 30-year-old is said to have links to Winsford - anyone with information is being urged to call Cheshire Police. He is wanted in connection an assault, according to a statement release by the force today.

He is said to be slim with short brown hair.

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Cheshire Police released a picture of Brown on its website and said in a statement: "Officers are appealing to members of the public for help in tracing a wanted man from Winsford.

"Damon Brown is wanted in connection with an assault and is known to frequent the Winsford area. The 30-year-old is described to be white, 5’8” tall with a slim build and has short brown hair."

Anyone with information regarding Brown’s whereabouts is being asked to contact Cheshire Constabulary on 101, quoting IML 1282085 or report it via the website. Alternatively, information can be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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