POLICE in Salford are calling on the public for help in finding a man who didn't turn up for a court appearance.

Shane James Ward, 19, failed to make a court appearance at Salford Magistrates on December 20, 2007, for breaching a court order.

Ward had been made the subject of an ASBO in the spring of last year at the same court.

It is thought to have a number of friends in Higher Broughton.

Anyone who sees Ward should not approach him but ring police immediately.

Anyone with any information about Ward's whereabouts is asked to contact Swinton police station on 0161 856 5291, Greater Manchester Police on 0161 872 5050, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.