West Midlands Police have issued an urgent appeal for help locating a man wanted in connection with an assault in Birmingham. Karl McCormack, 37, is also subject to a recall to prison, adding urgency to the search.
Assault in Erdington
McCormack is suspected of carrying out an assault in the Erdington area of the city, although police have not disclosed further details about the incident. The force has released a custody photograph showing him smiling, in the hope that someone will recognise him.
He is described as white, with brown hair styled in a side-parting and shaved at the sides. In the image, he also sports a beard. Police are urging anyone who sees him to call 999 immediately, quoting crime reference 20/248678/26.
Public appeal
In a statement, a West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “Do you know where Karl McCormack is? The 37-year-old is wanted on suspicion of assault in Erdington and on recall to prison. If you’ve seen him, call 999, quoting crime reference 20/248678/26.”
The appeal underscores the importance of public assistance in locating individuals who are wanted for serious offences. Police have not confirmed the nature of the assault or the circumstances of the recall to prison, but they emphasise that McCormack should not be approached.
How to help
Members of the public are advised not to approach McCormack but to contact police immediately if they have any information about his whereabouts. The force has not indicated whether he is considered dangerous, but the recall to prison suggests a breach of licence conditions.
Anyone with information can also contact West Midlands Police via their website or by calling 101, although the force has specifically requested 999 for immediate sightings. The investigation continues as officers work to trace McCormack.
