Get the inside track on the big stories from Manchester courts with our weekly newsletter Police are appealing for help to track down a wanted man from north Manchester.
Lee Dove is wanted for failing to show up at Minshull Street Crown Court after being charged with rape. The 49-year-old has links with Moston, Rochdale and Middleton, police said.
Detectives are urging anyone who has information about Dove's whereabouts to get in touch. Anybody with information should contact police on 0161 856 3513 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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