Police hunt Gareth Gillan wanted on recall to prison

Police are hunting for Gareth Gillan, a 44-year-old man with connections to both Oldham and Blackpool who's wanted back in prison. Greater Manchester Police have launched a public appeal through their Oldham social media channels, asking residents to help track him down.

Gillan is wanted on recall to prison, meaning he's broken the terms of his release and must return to serve the remainder of his sentence. Police haven't specified what offences led to his original imprisonment or what conditions he's breached, but they're treating the matter as serious enough to warrant a public search.

The appeal comes as part of GMP's ongoing efforts to locate individuals who've violated their licence conditions. Officers have provided multiple ways for the public to help, including a direct phone line to the police and an online Live Chat service through the GMP website.

Anyone who spots Gillan or has information about his whereabouts is urged to contact police immediately on 0161 856 8935. For those who prefer to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers is accepting tips on 0800 555 111. Police have stressed that even small pieces of information could prove crucial in locating him.