Man wanted after break-in at woman's home

A MAN who has connections to the Dearne Valley is wanted in connection with a break-in at a woman's home which left her feeling "threatened and afraid".

Jonathan Osbourne (26), who is known as Jonny, is being hunted by police after a break-in on Yews Avenue, Worsbrough, on April 16 which caused criminal damage.

Since the incident the woman is reported to have been threatened and intimidated, a police spokeswoman said.

Osbourne spends time in the Stairfoot and Wombwell areas of Barnsley and also has links to Skegness.

He is described as being slim, around 5ft 9ins with short brown hair.

Investigating officer Det Insp Stuart Hall said: “This incident was extremely unpleasant and has left a woman feeling threatened and afraid.

“My team of officers are working hard to find Osbourne and our enquiries are continuing.

“If you have any information at all - however minor you think it may be – please get in touch.

"We need the help of the Barnsley community and beyond to find him."

Anyone who sees Osbourne should not approach him, but should call 999 and report it immediately.

Anyone who knows where he might be should call 101, quoting incident number 718 of April 28.

Alternatively, you can share information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.