POLICE have launched an urgent appeal for help in their search for a man wanted on recall to prison.

Peter Skerry was released from prison on life licence on February 3 after serving part of a sentence for a murder in Speke in 2002.

The 42-year-old, from Liverpool, was recalled to prison on Monday after failing to comply with his release conditions.

Skerry is 5' 8" and described by police as "of proportionate build", with light brown shaved hair and blue eyes.

He has scars on both legs and speaks with a Liverpool accent.

A police spokesperson said: "Members of the public are urged not to approach Skerry if they see him but to call 999 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."