POLICE are appealing for the public's help to find Thomas Ellisdon, who is wanted in connection with ongoing investigations into offences including intentional strangulation and theft of a motor vehicle.

Ellisdon, 25 has connections to Chadwell St Mary and Basildon.

He is described as a white man, of a skinny build with short, brown hair.

A police statement said: "We are appealing for the public's help to locate Ellisdon.

"If you have any information on his whereabouts, please contact us quoting reference number 42/8557/24.

"You can let us know by submitting a report online or by using our Live Chat service.

"Live Chat is an online service available on our website Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) between 10am-9pm, where you can send and receive real-time direct messages with an online digital 101 operator.

"To use the service, select the 'Live Chat' icon at the bottom right of your screen when you're on our website. It can be accessed from a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or mobile phone.

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"Alternatively you can call us on 101.

"To find out more about the different reporting services visit our 'Help Us Help You' webpage.

"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."