Police are searching for a man who failed to appear in court for possessing a knife in a public place.

Matthew Stevens is wanted in relation to a warrant issued after he did not appear at court for possessing a knife in a public place.

The Argus: Matthew Stevens is wanted by policeMatthew Stevens is wanted by police (Image: Sussex Police)

The 48-year-old is described as medium build, with short curly light hair.

Stevens is known to have links to Crawley.

Anyone who sees him or who has any information as to his whereabouts is asked to call 999, quoting reference 47220170697.

Alternatively, information can be passed to police anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.