POLICE are on the hunt for "dangerous" Airdrie man Jamie Peden.

The 33-year-old is being sought in connection with two incidents dating from 2014 and 2015.

His current whereabouts is unknown.

Peden is considered dangerous and should not be approached by members of the public. Anyone who recognises him is asked not to approach him but to contact police via 101.

Detective Sergeant Alex Clark from Coatbridge CID said: “Extensive enquiries have been carried out however despite our efforts, Jamie Peden is still to be traced.

“We understand that he may have spent time abroad over the past year or so and I would appeal to anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to please contact Coatbridge CID via 101.”