Police have launched a public appeal to trace a man wanted in connection with a serious assault investigation in Birmingham.
Manhunt for Suspect in Robbery-Assault Case
Officers from West Midlands Police are urgently trying to locate Jan Lacko, who is 23 years old and from the Birmingham area. He is wanted on suspicion of assault with intent to rob.
The force has released a photograph of Lacko and issued a direct plea to the public for assistance. They are advising anyone who sees him not to approach him but to immediately contact the authorities.
Urgent Public Appeal: Dial 999
The police instruction is clear: if you spot Jan Lacko, you should ring 999 without delay. Callers are asked to quote the reference number 20/373565/25 to ensure the information reaches the correct investigation team.
The appeal was prominently shared on the Birmingham Police Facebook page with a post titled "WANTED | Have you seen Jan Lacko?" This digital outreach is part of a broader strategy to utilise community networks to locate the suspect.
Ongoing Police Inquiries
Police have confirmed that their inquiries into the incident are actively continuing. Releasing the image and making a public call for information are standard steps in such investigations when a suspect's whereabouts are unknown.
The case underscores the ongoing collaboration between law enforcement and the community in tackling serious crime across the West Midlands region.
