POLICE are calling on the public to help them trace a convicted drug dealer wanted on recall to prison.

Mert Gercek, from St Helens, was sentenced to three years in prison for possession of drugs with intent to supply.

He was released on licence in June 2017 and had his license revoked on Friday, June 29, 2018. Gercek is believed to be in the Thatto Heath area.

Extensive efforts have been made by the police to find him but he remains outstanding and officers are requesting the public's help to find him.

Gercek is described as 5ft 5in tall, with brown eyes, dark brown hair and of medium build.

Anyone who has seen Gercek, or who knows of his whereabouts, is asked to contact @MerPolCC, 101, 0151 777 6961 or Crimestoppers UK, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Alternatively you can provide information to Crimestoppers online at crimestoppers-uk.org/information