Police appeal as wanted Sunderland man ‘actively evading arrest’

Thomas Allan has strong links to the Hendon area of Sunderland

Police have issued an appeal to locate a wanted criminal who is wanted on prison recall.

Thomas Allan, 38, is understood to be actively evading arrest, with extensive searches to locate him ongoing across the North East. Allan, who also goes by the name Tommy, has strong links to the Hendon area of Sunderland.

Officers from Northumbria Police have issued an appeal today (Thursday, February 22) asking for the public’s help to trace him. They have urged anyone with information to come forward.

The police force issued a reminder to the public that harbouring a wanted person is an offence and those involved could face prosecution. They also asked that Allan, or anyone who believes they have seen him, contact police as soon as possible by using the ‘Report’ tool of the Northumbria Police website or by calling 101, quoting reference 0438791.

Members of the public can also report information anonymously via independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

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