An appeal has been launched to track down a man from Oldham who is wanted for back in prison.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) shared on their social media today (December 4) that they are looking to find a man named Nyle Cregan.

According to police, the 23-year-old is wanted on recall to prison, although no further details were given.

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GMP said Clarke has links to the Derker and St Marys areas of Oldham.

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

Anyone with any information regarding Clarke's whereabouts is urged to get in touch with police by calling 101.

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