Leeds fugitive sought in connection with knifepoint robbery and theft spree

Leeds police are searching for Andrew Lee, wanted in connection with a robbery and multiple thefts

Police in Leeds are searching for a man wanted in connection with a knifepoint robbery and a series of shoplifting offences.

Andrew Lee, 47, has been on the run since he allegedly robbed a man at an address in the Hunslet area of Leeds in April last year.

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47-year-old Andrew Lee is wanted by police. | West Yorkshire Police

He is also wanted in connection with a number of thefts at The Springs and in Leeds city centre.

Police have made several attempts to locate Lee, including issuing public appeals for information, but his whereabouts remain unknown.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "As part of these ongoing enquiries, officers are asking anyone who believes they have seen Andrew Lee, or who has any information that could help locate him, to get in touch.

"Information can be provided via www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat or by calling 101, quoting crime reference number 13250206994."

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