A MAN is sought after by police after an assault took place in Oswaldtwistle.

Zahid Shafiq, 26, of Blackburn Road, Haslingden, is wanted by offers in connection to an assault and criminal damage, which took place in Dale Street on Sunday, April 8.

Officers, who have only just released the information, described Shafiq as Asian, six foot one inches tall, of medium to stocky build with brown eyes and short black hair.

He also has links to Haslingden, Hyndburn, Burnley and Blackburn.

PC Lee Pendlebury, said: “Shafiq is wanted by officers in connection with offences in Oswaldtwistle.

“If you have seen him, or know where he is, please contact police.”

Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or email 8863@lancashire.pnn.police.uk quoting log reference 1001 of April 8.