Police forces have launched an appeal after a man wanted on a warrant was reported to have been seen in Broadway, Worcestershire. The 40-year-old, identified as Benjamin Clarke of Newnham in the Forest of Dean, is wanted for failing to appear at Cheltenham Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 14 July.
What police have said
Gloucestershire Constabulary confirmed officers have explored "a number of lines of enquiry" but have been unable to locate Clarke. The force issued a public appeal for information and Evesham Police in Worcestershire shared the request because of Clarke’s known links to the area.
"Officers have pursued a number of lines of enquiry to find Clarke, but have been unable to locate him, and are now asking for information from the public."
Members of the public who spot Clarke are asked not to approach him and to contact the police immediately. If the sighting is urgent or he presents an immediate danger, the public should call 999. For non-emergencies, information can be given via 101 or online through the Gloucestershire Constabulary website.
Description and last known details
Police have provided a physical description and the last known location without releasing further personal details.
- Name: Benjamin Clarke
- Age: 40
- Last known location: Broadway, Worcestershire
- Links to: Newnham, Forest of Dean
- Appearance: 6ft 2ins, medium build, long brown hair and a beard
- Wanted for: failing to appear at Cheltenham Magistrates’ Court on 14 July
| Detail | Information |
| Name | Benjamin Clarke |
| Age | 40 |
| Height | 6ft 2ins |
| Last reported | Broadway, Worcestershire |
| Court date missed | 14 July (Cheltenham Magistrates’ Court) |
What residents should do
Local people are advised to be alert but to avoid confronting the individual. The police appeal makes clear that anyone who believes they have seen Clarke should:
- Call 999 if the sighting is immediate or if there is a risk to safety.
- Use the non-emergency 101 line or the constabulary’s online reporting system to pass on information.
- Provide as much detail as possible — location, time, clothing and direction of travel — but do not place yourself at risk.
This appeal follows routine enquiries by officers from Gloucestershire Constabulary and co-operation with Evesham Police because of the Worcestershire connection. No further details about the original offence or additional charges have been released.
Anyone with information about Clarke’s whereabouts is asked to contact Gloucestershire Constabulary via 101 or through their online contact options, or to call 999 if they believe the matter is an emergency.
