These people are wanted by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, and Crimestoppers, for various different offences. These include grievous bodily harm, assault, theft, and breaching court or bail conditions.
All of these offenders have links to different parts of the county. All reports made to Crimestoppers can be made anonymously. Emily van der Lely, Crimestoppers regional manager, said: “I am proud that our charity gives people the power to speak up and stop crime 100 per cent anonymously.
“You can call us on freephone 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers-uk.org/most-wanted. As a charity, we ensure you won’t have to give your personal details, just tell us what you know, and we’ll pass it on for you.”
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary issues wanted appeals in a bid to make communities safer, and to catch often violent criminals.
More information on how to submit reports can be found on its website, where regular updates are made. These are the criminals who are currently wanted by the force.
For some of them, the public are advised not to approach them, but to call 999. Other reports can be submitted to the police online, or by calling 111 and quoting the appropriate reference number listed in the photo captions.
1. Hampshire's most wanted
These are the most wanted people in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight. Picture: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary. Photo: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary
2. Samuel Lee Hamilton
Samuel Lee Hamilton, 24, of Portsmouth, is wanted on recall to prison for breaching his license conditions. He was last seen in the Portsea area on January 7. Anyone who sees him should call 999, quoting 44230520076. Photo: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary
3. Reece Michael Binks - GBH and Assault
Binks wanted on a court warrant in connection with an assault causing GBH, which occurred in High Street, Eastleigh on 23 September 2022. Binks has connections to Hampshire, including Eastleigh, but his current whereabouts are unknown. Anyone with information is advised to call 101, quoting 44220388076. Photo: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary
4. Khaled Meridja - Recall to Prison
The 32-year-old from Southampton is wanted on recall to prison. He has a scar that runs from the corner of his left eye to his left ear, and a tattoo on his left wrist with the name ‘Sinead’ and a heart symbol. Anyone with information is advised to call 101, quoting 44230111824. Photo: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary