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Police issue 'do not approach' warning for wanted man in Blackpool

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Key Points
  • Police issued a 'do not approach' warning for Sam Stewart, wanted for failing to appear in court.
  • The warning highlights public safety concerns and ongoing efforts to locate the missing man.
  • Authorities urge anyone who sees him to call 999 and not approach, with further updates expected.

Sam Stewart, who also goes by the name Sam Fleetwood, was last seen on Whinney Heys Road in Blackpool at around 3:40 PM on Monday, March 2, according to police. He has not been seen since that date, with efforts ongoing to find him. Lancashire Police said the 35-year-old may have also been in the Bispham area since he was reported as missing.

Sam Stewart has links to Chorlton in south Manchester, and Fleetwood, police stated. He is currently wanted for failing to appear in court, though the specific court case he missed has not been disclosed. Police have urged the public to call 999 immediately if they see him, and others with information about his whereabouts can contact police on 101.

In a statement, police said: 'Whilst we have been making enquiries since he was reported missing to us, we are now in a position to ask for your help. ' The reason for the 'do not approach' warning beyond the failure to appear has not been specified. Sam Stewart is described as being 5 feet 10 inches tall, of a medium build, with short, light brown hair, and multiple tattoos including a red rose on his neck, according to police.

He was last seen wearing black pants, a light green top, a green padded coat with brown fur around the top, and a grey cap, police said.

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