DETECTIVES are appealing for the public's help in tracing a 20-year-old man who they believe may have vital information about a burglary in Birkenhead.

Officers want to speak to Shaqueme Rock, of no fixed abode, in connection with an aggravated burglary and assault at a flat in Birkenhead on April 24.

Rock is described as 5ft 11 inches tall, of slim build, mixed race with dark brown hair in a skin-head style and green eyes. 

He is known to frequent Wallasey, New Brighton, Toxteth and Halewood areas of Merseyside. 

Anyone who sees Shaqueme, or knows of his whereabouts, should call detectives at Wallasey CID on 0151 777 2246 or ring the police non-emergency line on 101.

People can also call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.