Each of the 19 individuals are all believed to hold vital information about incidents which could help cops crack a number of cases.
Their names and photographs have been published by South Yorkshire Police, along with brief details of the offences officers want to speak to them about.
Some of those in the ‘most wanted’ list have been evading arrest for years, including Ahmed Farrah, who is wanted in connection with the murder of a young man in Sheffield in 2018. To date, nobody has been charged over the murder, leaving the victim’s family in turmoil.
Where possible, crime reference numbers are included within the picture caption.
Anyone with information about any of the wanted men should call South Yorkshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.
You can also access South Yorkshire Police's online portal here: www.southyorks.police.uk/contact-us/report-something/
9. WANTED: Andi Trokthi
Police are are asking for your help to find wanted man Andi Trokthi. Posting on February 7, 2023, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Trokthi, 38, of no fixed abode, is wanted in connection with a reported burglary on Ecclesall Road South, Sheffield on 10 January 2023. "We are keen to hear from anyone who has seen or spoken to Trokthi recently or knows where he might be staying. "Trokthi is 5ft 7ins tall, with dark brown hair and known to frequent the Surrey area. "If you see Trokthi, please call 101. If you have any other information about where he might be, you can contact us via our new online live chat, our online portal or by calling 101. Please quote incident number 757 of 10 January 2023 when you get in touch." Alternatively, if you prefer not to give your personal details, you can stay anonymous and pass on what you know by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers. Call their UK Contact Centre on freephone 0800 555 111 or complete a simple and secure anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org | SYP
10. WANTED: Nasir Ali
Police are appealing for your help to locate prison absconder, Nasir Ali. Launching a public appeal on October 21, 2022, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Ali was released on temporary licence from Hatfield prison between 8.30am on 18 October and 3pm yesterday (20 October). Ali breached his licence requirements and failed to return to his approved premises on 19 October. He has since failed to return to HMP Hatfield. "Ali, 42, is Asian and described as slim with a shaved head. He’s known to have links across Sheffield, as well as in Leeds and Manchester. "Ali was serving an indeterminate sentence after being convicted of conspiracy to murder and firearms offences in 2009." If you see him, please do not approach but instead call 999 immediately. If you have information about his whereabouts, please contact us via 101, live chat or our online portal. The incident number to quote is 909 of 20 October. | SYP
11. WANTED: Eljaso Cela (left) and Mateo Cela
Detectives investigating the murder of Armend Xhika in Sheffield in May 2021 are asking for your help to locate two brothers who are wanted in connection with Armend’s death. Speaking on October 4, 2022, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Eljaso Cela, 28, and his brother, 26-year-old Mateo Cela, are being sought by investigating officers as the murder inquiry continues. "Armend suffered fatal stab wounds in Sheffield on Thursday 13 May 2021, after police received reports of men fighting on Earl Marshal Road in the Burngreave area. "Armend, 22, was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later." Detective Chief Inspector Simon Palmer, the senior investigating officer for this murder inquiry, added: “Three people have been charged in connection with the death of Armend Xhika and legal proceedings are ongoing. “We are now very keen to hear from anyone who has information on the whereabouts of the Cela brothers. “Eljaso is believed to also use the alias name Illiazy and it’s possible that his brother Mateo may also be using an alias. The images that we’re sharing with you today are the most recent we have available and are believed to have been taken around 2021. “Both brothers have been known to frequent the Sheffield and Rotherham areas, but we understand they are very transient and may have travelled elsewhere in the UK.” If you see either Cela brother, please call 999 immediately. If you have information about where Eljaso or Mateo may be, or where they have been, you can report this by calling 101 quoting incident number 857 of 13 May 2021. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers via their website – <a href="http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.crimestoppers-uk.org</a> – or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111. | SYP
12. WANTED: Liam Jones
Officers in Barnsley are asking for your help to find wanted man Liam Jones. Posting on May 3, 2022, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Jones, 26, is wanted for failing to appear at Sheffield Crown Court on 12 November last year, in connection to possession with intent to supply drugs. "Since this time, officers have carried out extensive enquiries to trace Jones including several searches at addresses linked to Jones, and other investigative checks. We are now asking for the public’s help to locate him. "Jones is white and described as about 6ft tall and muscular. He has ginger/blonde hair that is shaved at the sides and curled on the top and he is normally clean shaven. "Police want to hear from anyone who has seen or spoken to Jones recently, or knows where he may be staying. "Jones has links to Barnsley town centre and the Darton/Barugh Green and Woolley Edge areas. "If you see Jones, please do not approach him but instead call 999. If you have any other information about where he might be, please call 101 quoting investigation number 14/185476/19." Alternatively, you can stay completely anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111. | SYP