Detectives investigating crimes relating to the EncroChat network have released images of a man they want to trace.
Officers are appealing for information about wanted man Dean Nugent, from Huyton, who is a suspected drug dealer.
The 34-year-old is wanted in connection with conspiracy to supply Class A and B drugs, as part of Operation Venetic.
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Operation Venetic is an investigation into international mobile encryption, also known as messaging platform EncroChat.
Nugent is described as being white, 5ft 11 inches tall, of slim build, with receding blonde hair and blue eyes.
A Merseyside police spokesperson said: "We’re continuing to seek Dean Nugent from Huyton, who is wanted in relation to drug supply offences.
"Officers want to speak to 34-year-old Nugent in connection with conspiracy to supply Class A and B drugs, as part of Operation Venetic, the international mobile encryption investigation.
"Nugent is described as white, 5ft 11in tall, of slim build, with receding blonde hair, protruding ears, blue eyes. He speaks with a Liverpool accent.
"Contact us via our social media desk on Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ or call 101, with reference 21000318591."
You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.
