The National Crime Agency (NCA) has released its latest list of the UK’s 20 most wanted fugitives, with seven of them believed to be hiding in London. The men are wanted for crimes ranging from drug trafficking to fraud and murder.
The NCA is appealing for public assistance in locating these individuals and urges anyone with information to report sightings immediately.
1. Ozgur Demir and Osman Aydeniz
? Crime: Conspiracy to supply 17.83kg of heroin
? Nationality: Turkish
Demir and Aydeniz are wanted in connection with a major drug trafficking operation, in which three people have already been convicted.
? Where they might be: London
? Public appeal: Anyone with knowledge of their whereabouts is urged to contact the NCA.
2. Jack Mayle
? Crime: Supplying MDMA, diazepam, and other drugs
? Believed to be in: South London and Surrey
Mayle is accused of running a drug distribution network called Flavour Quest, operating through dark web connections. He allegedly fled the country after being charged.
Distinctive Features:
- Tattoo reading ‘Croydon’ on his left forearm
- Diamond tattoo under his left eye
- “Money never sleeps” tattoo on his left hand
- Muscular build, regular gym-goer, and vegan
⚠️ Warning: Mayle is believed to carry weapons.
3. Daniel Dugic
? Crime: Attempting to import 255kg of cocaine
? Date of Offence: 2011
Dugic is suspected of orchestrating a cocaine smuggling operation in which a UK-based vessel met a commercial container ship in the English Channel to transfer drugs.
While several accomplices were convicted, Dugic was never caught.
? Where he might be: London
4. John Barton
? Crime: Drug trafficking – heroin importation
? Date of Offence: 1999-2000
Barton was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2003, but he fled before he could serve his sentence.
? Where he might be: London and Spain (Fuengirola)
Description:
- 5ft7in (170cm) tall
- Medium build
- Dyed receding hair
5. Christakis Philippou
? Crime: Travel agency fraud
? Date of Offence: 2004-2006
Philippou was behind a travel fraud scam, setting up fake travel agencies that sold cut-price holiday packages before suddenly ceasing operations, leaving 20,000 people without holidays.
? Where he might be: London
Description:
- 5ft5in (165cm) tall
- Grey receding hair
- Tanned skin
Public Appeal: How to Report a Sighting
The NCA is urging anyone with information on the whereabouts of these individuals to:
? Call Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111
? Visit the NCA website to submit information
? Contact police via 101
⚠️ Do not approach these fugitives directly. Instead, report any sightings to law enforcement immediately.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
