A man on the UK’s most wanted list for supplying class A drugs in Lincolnshire could be hiding in Cyprus, according to an appeal by Crimestoppers and the National Crime Agency (NCA).
The campaign, called Operation Zygos, features six new appeals for fugitives, and five remaining suspected criminals from the original campaign in 2012.
The campaign includes Mehmet Salih, who is accused of being involved in a conspiracy to supply cocaine in areas such as Lincolnshire between December 2010 and November 2011.
It is thought he was regularly contacted by an associate, buying the class A drug then delivering it and collecting payments.
He allegedly visited Lincolnshire in May 2011 to deliver cocaine that was recovered by police.
He was arrested and found in possession of £20,000. He was released on bail to appear at a police station later in the year, but failed to attend.
Salih is of proportionate build, with brown eyes, short dark brown hair and a scar on his right eye. He is believed to be in his early to mid 40s, and approximately 5 foot 6 tall.
Crimestoppers, the NCA and the Cypriot Police Authorities (CYPOL) work closely together on campaigns such as these, as well as with the British High Commission in Nicosia.
Crimestoppers’ Regional Manager for the East Midlands, Kiran Dhanda, said: “I hope that criminals in the East Midlands realise that there is no escaping justice for their crimes and would urge the public to look at the most wanted section of our website to see if they recognise any of the individuals listed.
“If you have any information then please contact us anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at crimestoppers-uk.org as your information could prove vital to police.”
Lord Ashcroft, KCMG PC, Founder and Chair of Crimestoppers, said: “Following the last Operation Zygos appeal in Cyprus in 2012, a third of the featured suspects were arrested in just three weeks following the launch.
“The results speak for themselves; these outcomes reiterate the effectiveness of the Crimestoppers model in the UK and overseas in locating criminals attempting to evade justice.
“Operation Zygos aims to ensure members of the public in Cyprus are alert to the possible presence on the island of the eleven wanted individuals.”
Those calling from Cyprus can use the Cypriot number 8000 55 11, which is answered in the UK by Crimestoppers’ call agents. A translation service is available upon request.
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From 4am on Tuesday, December 7, anyone wishing to travel to the UK must show proof of a negative PCR or LFD pre-departure test, taken no earlier than 48 hours before departure. This applies to vaccinated passengers and children aged 12 and above.
Nigeria will slo be added to the travel red list from 4am Monday, December 6, following 21 cases of Omicron reported in England which are linked to travel from this country, with 134 UK cases now reported in total.
New Government analysis indicates the window between infection and infectiousness may be shorter for the Omicron COVID variant, which increases the efficacy of pre-departure testing as it is more likely to identify positive cases before travel.
Airlines will be required to check for pre-departure tests alongside completed Passenger Locator Form, and passengers will not be allowed to board a flight without providing evidence of a negative test result.
Given the reduced incubation period of the Omicron variant, passengers are advised to take the pre-departure test as close as possible to their scheduled departure to the UK and no earlier than 48 hours before travelling.
The Government said these additional measures are vital to delay the import of additional cases and slow the rise in cases within the UK.
All temporary measures will be reviewed after three weeks to ensure that they remain necessary and proportionate, and this will take place on December 20.
Animal Protection Services is offering a reward of up to £1,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of people involved in badger baiting following an incident in Lincolnshire.
A badger was rescued by Lincolnshire Badger Group from a warehouse in Market Rasen, which had suffered injuries that were consistent with badger baiting.
Badger baiting is a form of blood sport that involves a dog being forced to fight with a badger.
Unfortunately, due the serious injuries sustained, the vet was forced to euthanise the badger.
Jacob Lloyd, a trustee of Animal Protection Services, said: “Badger baiting is a horrific cruel blood sport that affects the welfare of dogs and badgers.
“These wild animals will suffer immensely in the moments’ leading up to their deaths.
“This is a despicable crime that was made illegal in 1835. Despite it being illegal, we are hearing of more badger baiting cases than ever before.”
“We are offering a reward of up to £1,000 for information leading to a conviction of badger baiting.
“All of the information that is provided to us will be treated in the strictest confidence and any source may wish to remain anonymous.”
Anyone with information should call Animal Protection Services on 020 4534 2786 or send information by email to [email protected].
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