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flickr image Andrew Gosden - new age progression photo (A new age-progression photograph of missing Andrew Gosden, who has been missing from Doncaster since 2007, has been released on Monday 28 October.

Andrew’s dad Kevin has been working with national charity Missing People, collating useful information to help the wider public in their search for Andrew. This information is available via Kevin’s blog: <a href="http://helpustofindandrew.weebly.com/blog/searching-for-andrew-what-to-look-for" rel="noreferrer nofollow">helpustofindandrew.weebly.com/blog/searching-for-andrew-w...</a>

Andrew was 14 when he disappeared in September 2007. Many sightings of people who bear some resemblance to Andrew have been called in to officers. No positive sighting of Andrew has ever been confirmed.

There are some specific features of Andrew’s appearance and character, which his dad highlights in his blog, to accompany the photograph.

Previous age-progression photographs have always shown Andrew wearing glasses. At the time Andrew went missing, his vision was very poor without correction and he needed strong lenses. The new photograph shows Andrew without glasses, as he may now be using contact lenses.

Andrew has an unusual and distinctive right ear, which has been highlighted before. However, if Andrew has slightly longer hair then this may not be immediately noticeable. What may be more noticeable is that Andrew is deaf in his left ear and struggles to locate the direction of sounds.

Andrew used to speak quickly and quietly, without a strong accent, which is unlikely to have changed. He is highly intelligent and can carry out complex calculations in his head.

Detective Inspector Andy Knowles, who has been overseeing the police investigation into Andrew’s disappearance since 2017, said: “While this photograph may not seem to show much change, someone’s face can look drastically different without glasses and therefore it’s important that we share this photograph in case it helps jog someone’s memory.

“Andrew has now been missing 16 years and his family are understandably desperate for any answers that may help them understand what happened to their loved one.

“Sharing specific features of Andrew’s appearance and character is intended to help the public and reduce the number of generalised sightings we receive. We want you to study Kevin’s blog closely and think hard about anyone in your lives who may have one or more of these traits.

“Anyone in your life who has an incomplete life history, anyone who might not have easy access to a bank account or a passport possibly, with the distinctive right ear markings that we know Andrew had – we’d be really keen to speak to those people.

“Throughout our investigation, we have liaised with the Missing People charity regarding reported sightings of him. The charity have a page on their website dedicated to Andrew at <a href="https://www.missingpeople.org.uk/help-us-find/andrew-gosden-07-019198" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.missingpeople.org.uk/help-us-find/andrew-gosden-07-01...</a>

“I would also like to take this opportunity to once more appeal to Andrew directly. Andrew, know that you can contact us completely confidentially - let us know you are safe so we can reassure your family that you have come to no harm.”

Anyone who believes they may know someone with these identifying features, or may hold information about an individual that matches the above descriptions, is asked to please call South Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 161 of 13 September 2017.

You can also speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.)

flickr image MISSING: Richard from Barnsley – have you seen him? (We are appealing for help to find Barnsley man, Richard Dyson.

Richard, 55, lives in the Hoyland area. He is described as being between 5ft 10 - 6ft tall.

Richard was last seen, by his daughter, at 7pm on Saturday 16 November. He was then reported missing to us on Monday 25 November after he'd failed to visit her the previous day.

We are growing increasingly concerned for Richard. If you have seen or heard from him, please call us on 101. The incident number is 459 of 25 November. )

flickr image MISSING: Fresh appeal issued to find Joseph, from Doncaster (Officers in Doncaster are re-appealing for your help to find Joseph after new information came to light as to his whereabouts.

Joseph, 64, from the Bessacar area of the town, has now been confirmed to have checked into the Kingsway Hotel in Cleethorpes on Sunday 15 August, and checked out of the hotel again on Monday 16 August.

No contact has been made with Joseph since, and it is not known whether he is still in the Humberside area or if he has returned to his home area, or back to Lincolnshire where he had previously confirmed to family and friends he was in Skegness.

Officers are becoming increasingly concerned for Joseph's welfare having and want to speak to anybody who has seen him.

He is described as white, approximately 5ft 9in tall and of medium build. He has short, dark hair which is greying, and it is not known what he would be wearing.

New CCTV images confirm he was last wearing on 16 August a light blue jacket with dark blue sleeves, dark blue trousers and black shoes. He was carrying a black rucksack with two white lines down the front of it. He also had a dark blue baseball-style cap with him.

Have you seen him? Do you know where he might be? If you have any information which may help police enquiries, please call 101 quoting incident number 971 of 25 August. )

flickr image Andrew Gosden (D.O.B 10/07/1993

Missing from Doncaster since 14 September 2007.

There have been a number of unconfirmed sightings nationally since he went missing.

If you hold any information about where Andrew may be, please call police on 101 or contact Missing People on 116 000.

Further information is available on the poster. )

flickr image MISSING: Have you seen Leotrim? (Police in Doncaster are asking for your help to find 17-year-old Leotrim, who has not been seen for over a month.

Leotrim was last seen in the Stanhope Road area of Wheatley at around 9am on Tuesday 31 January. He has not been seen or heard from since.

Leotrim, who is from Albania, is thought to speak only broken English and has links to the Sussex area. Despite extensive enquiries here and in Albania, Leotrim has not been found and concerns are growing for his welfare.

It is not known what Leotrim was last seen wearing and this image is the only one we hold of him. He is described as white, around 6ft tall, with short dark brown hair.

Have you seen Leotrim? Do you know where he might be?

If you have any information, please call us on 101 quoting incident number 1050 of 31 January 2023.)

MISSING

flickr image Andrew Gosden - new age progression photo (A new age-progression photograph of missing Andrew Gosden, who has been missing from Doncaster since 2007, has been released on Monday 28 October.

Andrew’s dad Kevin has been working with national charity Missing People, collating useful information to help the wider public in their search for Andrew. This information is available via Kevin’s blog: <a href="http://helpustofindandrew.weebly.com/blog/searching-for-andrew-what-to-look-for" rel="noreferrer nofollow">helpustofindandrew.weebly.com/blog/searching-for-andrew-w...</a>

Andrew was 14 when he disappeared in September 2007. Many sightings of people who bear some resemblance to Andrew have been called in to officers. No positive sighting of Andrew has ever been confirmed.

There are some specific features of Andrew’s appearance and character, which his dad highlights in his blog, to accompany the photograph.

Previous age-progression photographs have always shown Andrew wearing glasses. At the time Andrew went missing, his vision was very poor without correction and he needed strong lenses. The new photograph shows Andrew without glasses, as he may now be using contact lenses.

Andrew has an unusual and distinctive right ear, which has been highlighted before. However, if Andrew has slightly longer hair then this may not be immediately noticeable. What may be more noticeable is that Andrew is deaf in his left ear and struggles to locate the direction of sounds.

Andrew used to speak quickly and quietly, without a strong accent, which is unlikely to have changed. He is highly intelligent and can carry out complex calculations in his head.

Detective Inspector Andy Knowles, who has been overseeing the police investigation into Andrew’s disappearance since 2017, said: “While this photograph may not seem to show much change, someone’s face can look drastically different without glasses and therefore it’s important that we share this photograph in case it helps jog someone’s memory.

“Andrew has now been missing 16 years and his family are understandably desperate for any answers that may help them understand what happened to their loved one.

“Sharing specific features of Andrew’s appearance and character is intended to help the public and reduce the number of generalised sightings we receive. We want you to study Kevin’s blog closely and think hard about anyone in your lives who may have one or more of these traits.

“Anyone in your life who has an incomplete life history, anyone who might not have easy access to a bank account or a passport possibly, with the distinctive right ear markings that we know Andrew had – we’d be really keen to speak to those people.

“Throughout our investigation, we have liaised with the Missing People charity regarding reported sightings of him. The charity have a page on their website dedicated to Andrew at <a href="https://www.missingpeople.org.uk/help-us-find/andrew-gosden-07-019198" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.missingpeople.org.uk/help-us-find/andrew-gosden-07-01...</a>

“I would also like to take this opportunity to once more appeal to Andrew directly. Andrew, know that you can contact us completely confidentially - let us know you are safe so we can reassure your family that you have come to no harm.”

Anyone who believes they may know someone with these identifying features, or may hold information about an individual that matches the above descriptions, is asked to please call South Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 161 of 13 September 2017.

You can also speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.)

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flickr image Wanted - Have you seen Ahmed Farrah? (Detectives investigating the murder of 21-year-old Kavan Brissett are appealing to find the man pictured.

Ahmed Farrah, 29, who is also known as Reggie, is wanted in connection to Mr Brissett’s murder, as the investigation progresses.

Mr Brissett was stabbed once in the chest on Tuesday 14 August, near to Langsett Walk, Sheffield. He died in hospital four days later on Saturday 18 August as a result of his injuries.

Detective Chief Inspector Jude Ashmore, the Senior Investigating Officer, said: “Efforts to find and arrest Farrah, who is known to frequent the Broomhall area of Sheffield, have been ongoing but so far we haven’t been able to locate him.

“I’d now like to ask for your help – if you know where he is, or have seen or spoken to him recently, then please contact us. If you do see him, do not approach him but instead call 999 straight away.

“I’d also like to remind anyone who is letting Farrah stay with them, or helping him to evade arrest by any means, that you are committing a criminal offence which could result in prosecution.

“Farrah knows he is wanted and is deliberately avoiding police and I’d ask anyone who has any information, and Farrah himself, to think about Kavan’s family and the pain they are suffering. Do the right thing and contact police.”

If you see Farrah, please call 999. If you have any other information as to where he might be, please call either 101 or the incident room to speak to detectives directly on 01709 443507.

You can also speak to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. Please quote incident number 827 of 14 August 2018 when passing on information.
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flickr image Do you know where Mohammed Anwaar is? (Detectives in Sheffield are asking for your help to trace Mohammed Anwaar, who is wanted for failing to appear at court.

Anwaar, 29, from Sheffield, was due to appear before Sheffield Crown Court on Wednesday 17 October for trial, charged with two counts of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, two counts of money laundering, possession of cannabis and possession of a firearm.

Detective Constable Messina, said: “Anwaar is fully aware that he is now wanted by police and that he is potentially facing a stint behind bars. It is absolutely essential that we hear from anyone who has seen or spoken to Anwaar recently and I’d urge people who do have information as to his whereabouts to get in touch with us.

““He has links to Sheffield, Birmingham, Manchester and Derbyshire.

“If you see him, please do not approach him but instead call 999 straight away. Any further information can be passed to 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 quoting incident number 251 of 23 October 2018.”
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flickr image Wanted - John Eric Wells, South Yorkshire (Officers in South Yorkshire Police's Major Crime team are asking for your help to find wanted man John Eric Wells.

Wells is also believed to go by the names Howard Walmsley and Howard Hemmings.

The 61-year-old, who is originally from South Yorkshire, is wanted in connection with three high value romance frauds, during which three victims lost money totalling more than £400,000.

The offences are reported to have taken place from September 2014 onwards. The victims lived in locations across the UK including Doncaster, Sussex and London.

Police would like to hear from anyone who has seen or spoken to Wells recently, or has information which may help officers with their enquiries. It is possible Wells is currently living outside the UK.

If you see him, or you have any information which may help, please call South Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting investigation number A54532/17. )

flickr image WANTED: Can you help police trace Loi Le? (Police in Sheffield are asking for your help to locate wanted man Loi Le.

Le, 49, who is a Vietnamese national, is wanted in connection with the reported rape of a child in Tinsley, Sheffield in 2012 or 2013.

The victim, who is now 15, reported the matter to police in 2018 and an investigation began to identify a suspect and locate Le. Despite extensive enquiries, he has not yet been located.

Le may also be known by the names Tai Le or Cho Ngay Hanh Phuc. In addition to Sheffield, it is thought he may have links to Manchester, Birmingham and Bradford.

Detective Constable Lee Atkins, investigating, said: "Since this matter was reported to us in 2018, we have carried out a number of complex enquiries to identify a suspect in connection with this offence.

"We have since been working with forces across the country and national agencies in a bid to identify and trace Loi Le. This has included circulating details to all forces and working with Immigration Enforcement to identify his current whereabouts.

"It's vitally important we locate Le so we can speak to him in connection with our ongoing investigation. If you recognise this man or the names he may go by, and you believe you know where he might be, please contact us."

Anyone with information is asked to call South Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting investigation number 14/29287/18.

Alternatively, you can remain completely anonymous by contacting independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.
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flickr image WANTED: Have you seen Sonny Ibe? (Police in Sheffield are asking for your help to find wanted man Sonny Ibe.

Ibe, 56, is wanted in connection to several fraud incidents in the Fulwood area.

It is reported that between December 2018 and January 2019, a number of fraudulent transactions were made from an 85-year-old woman’s bank account, amounting to a total of more than £8,000.

Enquiries are ongoing and police have explored several lines of enquiry including CCTV trawls since the incident occurred.

New information has recently come to light, and police now want to speak to Ibe as he may hold information that could help them in their enquiries.

He is believed to have links to the West Midlands.

He is described as black, bald and it is believed he regularly wears glasses.

Have you seen him? Do you know where he might be staying?

If you can help, please call South Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting crime reference number 14/23499/19.

Alternatively, you can stay completely anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111.

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flickr image WANTED: Nasir Ali, absconder from Hatfield prison (We are appealing for your help to locate prison absconder, Nasir Ali.

Ali was released on temporary licence from Hatfield prison between 8.30am on 18 October and 3pm yesterday (20 October). Ali breached his licence requirements and failed to return to his approved premises on 19 October. He has since failed to return to HMP Hatfield.

Ali, 42, is Asian and described as slim with a shaved head. He’s known to have links across Sheffield, as well as in Leeds and Manchester.

Ali was serving an indeterminate sentence after being convicted of conspiracy to murder and firearms offences in 2009.

If you see him, please do not approach but instead call 999 immediately. If you have information about his whereabouts, please contact us via 101, live chat or our online portal. The incident number to quote is 909 of 20 October.
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flickr image WANTED: have you seen Jordan McDonald? (Officers in Doncaster are asking for your help to find wanted man Jordan McDonald.

McDonald, 24, is wanted in connection to alleged conspiracy to deal class A drugs between April and June 2020.

Officers have continued to carry out enquiries to trace him, but they are now appealing for your help.

McDonald is described as around 5ft 7ins tall, with a heavy build and dark hair.

He is known to frequent the Cantley area of Doncaster and Scarborough. It is believed he may have also travelled to Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Have you seen him? If you know where he might be or if you have any information about his whereabouts call 101 quoting crime reference number 14/127381/20.)

flickr image WANTED - Have you seen Liam Jones? (Officers in Barnsley are asking for your help to find wanted man Liam Jones.

Jones, 26, is wanted for failing to appear at Sheffield Crown Court on 12 November last year, in connection to possession with intent to supply drugs.

Since this time, officers have carried out extensive enquiries to trace Jones including several searches at addresses linked to Jones, and other investigative checks. We are now asking for the public’s help to locate him.

Jones is white and described as about 6ft tall and muscular. He has ginger/blonde hair that is shaved at the sides and curled on the top and he is normally clean shaven.

Police want to hear from anyone who has seen or spoken to Jones recently, or knows where he may be staying.

Jones has links to Barnsley town centre and the Darton/Barugh Green and Woolley Edge areas.

If you see Jones, please do not approach him but instead call 999. If you have any other information about where he might be, please call 101 quoting investigation number 14/185476/19.

Alternatively, you can stay completely anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111.)

flickr image WANTED - Brothers sought in connection with Sheffield murder (Detectives investigating the murder of Armend Xhika in Sheffield in May 2021 are asking for your help to locate two brothers who are wanted in connection with Armend’s death.

Eljaso Cela, 28, and his brother, 26-year-old Mateo Cela, are being sought by investigating officers as the murder inquiry continues.

Armend suffered fatal stab wounds in Sheffield on Thursday 13 May 2021, after police received reports of men fighting on Earl Marshal Road in the Burngreave area.

Armend, 22, was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later.

Detective Chief Inspector Simon Palmer, the senior investigating officer for this murder inquiry, said: “Three people have been charged in connection with the death of Armend Xhika and legal proceedings are ongoing.

“We are now very keen to hear from anyone who has information on the whereabouts of the Cela brothers.

“Eljaso is believed to also use the alias name Illiazy and it’s possible that his brother Mateo may also be using an alias. The images that we’re sharing with you today are the most recent we have available and are believed to have been taken around 2021.

“Both brothers have been known to frequent the Sheffield and Rotherham areas, but we understand they are very transient and may have travelled elsewhere in the UK.”

If you see either Cela brother, please call 999 immediately. If you have information about where Eljaso or Mateo may be, or where they have been, you can report this by calling 101 quoting incident number 857 of 13 May 2021. You can also provide information via the Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) here – <a href="https://mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO1" rel="noreferrer nofollow">mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO1</a>
Officer have also created a dedicated MIPP link for the Albanian community here: <a href="https://mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO2" rel="noreferrer nofollow">mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO2</a> Please share this with Albanian friends and associates who may have difficulties with the English appeal.
Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers via their website – <a href="http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.crimestoppers-uk.org</a> – or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111.
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flickr image WANTED - Brothers sought in connection with Sheffield murder (Detectives investigating the murder of Armend Xhika in Sheffield in May 2021 are asking for your help to locate two brothers who are wanted in connection with Armend’s death.

Eljaso Cela, 28, and his brother, 26-year-old Mateo Cela, are being sought by investigating officers as the murder inquiry continues.

Armend suffered fatal stab wounds in Sheffield on Thursday 13 May 2021, after police received reports of men fighting on Earl Marshal Road in the Burngreave area.

Armend, 22, was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later.

Detective Chief Inspector Simon Palmer, the senior investigating officer for this murder inquiry, said: “Three people have been charged in connection with the death of Armend Xhika and legal proceedings are ongoing.

“We are now very keen to hear from anyone who has information on the whereabouts of the Cela brothers.

“Eljaso is believed to also use the alias name Illiazy and it’s possible that his brother Mateo may also be using an alias. The images that we’re sharing with you today are the most recent we have available and are believed to have been taken around 2021.

“Both brothers have been known to frequent the Sheffield and Rotherham areas, but we understand they are very transient and may have travelled elsewhere in the UK.”

If you see either Cela brother, please call 999 immediately. If you have information about where Eljaso or Mateo may be, or where they have been, you can report this by calling 101 quoting incident number 857 of 13 May 2021. You can also provide information via the Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) here – <a href="https://mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO1" rel="noreferrer nofollow">mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO1</a>
Officer have also created a dedicated MIPP link for the Albanian community here: <a href="https://mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO2" rel="noreferrer nofollow">mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY21K05-PO2</a> Please share this with Albanian friends and associates who may have difficulties with the English appeal.
Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers via their website – <a href="http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.crimestoppers-uk.org</a> – or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111.
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WANTED

flickr image Wanted - Have you seen Ahmed Farrah? (Detectives investigating the murder of 21-year-old Kavan Brissett are appealing to find the man pictured.

Ahmed Farrah, 29, who is also known as Reggie, is wanted in connection to Mr Brissett’s murder, as the investigation progresses.

Mr Brissett was stabbed once in the chest on Tuesday 14 August, near to Langsett Walk, Sheffield. He died in hospital four days later on Saturday 18 August as a result of his injuries.

Detective Chief Inspector Jude Ashmore, the Senior Investigating Officer, said: “Efforts to find and arrest Farrah, who is known to frequent the Broomhall area of Sheffield, have been ongoing but so far we haven’t been able to locate him.

“I’d now like to ask for your help – if you know where he is, or have seen or spoken to him recently, then please contact us. If you do see him, do not approach him but instead call 999 straight away.

“I’d also like to remind anyone who is letting Farrah stay with them, or helping him to evade arrest by any means, that you are committing a criminal offence which could result in prosecution.

“Farrah knows he is wanted and is deliberately avoiding police and I’d ask anyone who has any information, and Farrah himself, to think about Kavan’s family and the pain they are suffering. Do the right thing and contact police.”

If you see Farrah, please call 999. If you have any other information as to where he might be, please call either 101 or the incident room to speak to detectives directly on 01709 443507.

You can also speak to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. Please quote incident number 827 of 14 August 2018 when passing on information.
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