The 15 men pictured here are wanted by detectives investigating a series of crimes, some dating back years.
They 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 ‘wost 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/
5. Danyal Iqbal: Wanted after being charged with Sheffield man's murder
Police are asking for your help to find Danyal Iqbal, who is believed to have fled overseas after being charged with the murder of 23-year-old Hamza Mohammed who died following an attack in Sheffield in June 2024 Speaking on September 24, 2025, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Iqbal, 21, previously of Popple Street, Sheffield, has been charged with the murder of Hamza in his absence and is now being sought by officers after failing to appear before Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on Monday 15 September. "Hamza was found with a serious head injury on Saturday 8 June 2024 after we received reports of a serious assault at a takeaway on Staniforth Road in Darnall, Sheffield. He was taken to hospital but sadly died on 10 June." Detective Chief Inspector Tom Woodward, senior investigating officer for this murder inquiry, added: “We believe Iqbal may have travelled overseas shortly after the incident, and we now need the public’s help to find him and bring him to trial. He has been charged with murder in his absence and failed to attend court for his first appearance last week. “Enquiries are ongoing to locate Iqbal and I would urge anyone who has information on his whereabouts to contact us immediately. No matter how small or insignificant the information you may have might seem, this could be the missing piece that we need to bring him before the courts.” If you see Iqbal, please call 999 immediately. If you have information on where he may be, or where he has been, you can report this by calling 101 quoting incident number 609 of June 8, 2024. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111. | SYP
6. WANTED: James Maughan
James Maughan, also known as JJ, 30, from Sheffield is wanted in connected to reports of a violent assault in the city in September 2023. Posting on November 20, 2023, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: " He is described as white, 5ft 9ins tall, slim build with short, shaved brown hair and facial hair. He also has a tear drop shaped tattoo on the right-hand side of his face. "Maughan is aware he is wanted and is believed to be actively evading officers. "Have you seen Maughan? If you have any information that can help us find him please report online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 1207 of 11 September 2023." | SYP
7. WANTED: Andi Trokthi
Andi Trokthi, 38, of no fixed abode, is wanted in connection with a reported burglary on Ecclesall Road South, Sheffield on 10 January 2023. Posting on February 7, 2023, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "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." | SYP
8. WANTED: Nasir Ali
Nasir Ali was released on temporary licence from Hatfield prison between 8.30am on October 18 and 3pm on October 20. 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. Posting on October 21, 2021, a South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "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 October 20, 2021 | SYP