A homeless man known to frequent Oxford hospitals is wanted in connection with a burglary at the John Radcliffe Hospital. 

Raymond Starkings, 35, of no fixed abode, is being sought in relation to an incident at the hospital in Headington between 4pm on Tuesday, April 14 and 7am the following day.

Thames Valley Police is now appealing for the public’s help in tracing the man but has warned people not to approach him. 

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Starkings is described as a white man, around 5ft 10 inches tall and of medium build.

He has a brown coloured beard, hazel eyes and dark brown coloured hair with a receding hairline.

Police have released an image to the public to help identify him. 

Investigating officer Detective Constable Timothy Slater, based at Oxford's police station, said: “Enquiries have been ongoing to locate Raymond Starkings in relation to this incident but we are now appealing for the public’s help.

“If you see Starkings, do not approach him and call 999 instead.

"If you know where he is or may have seen him, please call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43240171435.

“Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”