Police are appealing for the public's help in finding a man wanted for attacking somebody with a gun - but have warned people not to approach him.

Kevin McAteer, 25, is wanted by police for a Section 18 assault with a firearm.

The attack took place on Friday, June 2, on Blain Street, Salford .

McAteer has links to the Salford, Eccles and Stockport areas of Greater Manchester.

He also has links to Bacup, in Lancashire.

Investigators believe he may now have a beard and are warning anybody who sees him to not approach him, but to contact police as soon as possible.

Anyone with information about McAteer’s whereabouts should contact police on 0161 856 6493, 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.