Hamilton police released this image of 51-year-old Mark Daniels Tuesday, who should not be approached if spotted. (Hamilton Police Service)

Police are searching for a 51-year-old Hamilton man charged with 11 crimes, who they say is a "violent offender" with a criminal history including a break-in, assault and skipping probation multiple times.

The man is described as five-foot-eight inches tall with brown eyes, a thin build, a moustache and goatee. He also has dreadlocks that land at his shoulders.

He has 11 charges to his name, police say, including four counts of failure to comply with probation, assault causing bodily harm and failure to attend court.

Police allege the man's criminal activities occurred between January and August of this year, but they are withholding other details in order to "protect other parties involved."

A warrant for the arrest of Mark Daniels, Hamilton police say, has been issued.

If spotted, police said the man should not be approached under any circumstances. People should instead call 911 immediately.

Anyone with information they believe could assist police with their investigation is asked to call Detective Constable Scott Yuill at 905-546-8911.