An appeal has been launched to track down a dangerous driver with links to Oldham who is wanted for "failing to appear".

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) shared on their Tameside North and East social media pages today (Friday, May 3) that they are looking to find a man named Nicolas Lee McGuinness.

According to police, the 35-year-old is wanted for "failing to appear regarding dangerous driving".

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GMP said McGuinness has links to Royton as well as Tameside and Manchester city centre.

Police are now appealing to members of the public to help them track him down.

Anyone with any information regarding McGuinness'  whereabouts is urged to get in touch with police by calling 0161 856 8982.

Alternatively, if people wish to pass information on anonymously, they can do so balling getting in touch with the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.