Police are appealing for help in tracking down a convicted fraudster and thief who is wanted on recall to prison.

Munawar Jahngir is wanted by Barking and Dagenham Police but his current address is unknown.

But he is believed to frequent east London boroughs including Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge and Waltham Forest.

A Met spokeswoman saod: "Jahngir is an Asian man, aged 33 years, 5ft 11” tall with black hair and brown eyes.

"Anyone who can provide information on his whereabouts should contact Barking and Dagenham Wanted Offender Unit by dialling 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

Jahngir was previously in prison for fraud and theft.

The Guardian is awaiting further information from police about why officers want to recall him to prison.