A "dangerous" man from North Lanarkshire is wanted by police.

Jamie Peden, 33, from Airdrie is being sought over two incidents from 2014 and 2015.

His current whereabouts is unknown but it is believed he has spent some time abroad in the past year.

Peden is considered dangerous and should not be approached by members of the public.

Anyone who recognises him is asked not to approach him but to contact police via 101.

Detective sergeant Alex Clark said: "Extensive enquiries have been carried out, however, despite our efforts, Jamie Peden is still to be traced.

"We understand that he may have spent time abroad over the past year or so and I would appeal to anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to please contact 101."