Merseyside Police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating a 45-year-old man from...

Published: 6:34 am July 18, 2023
Updated: 8:07 am October 8, 2025
Help Needed to Locate Wanted Man: Paul Watson – UKNIP

Merseyside Police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating a 45-year-old man from Liverpool who is wanted on recall to prison for breaching his license conditions.

Paul Watson has violated the conditions of his release after serving a sentence for assault. Authorities are now seeking to locate him to ensure his return to custody.

Described as approximately 5ft 10in tall, with a medium build, blue eyes, and short hair, Watson also bears distinctive physical features. He has a scar above his right eye, as well as several tattoos. These include a tribal tattoo on the left side of his neck, an animal symbol on his left arm, and cross symbols on his forearm. Additionally, he has a grim reaper tattoo on his left upper arm, as well as a Lancashire rose and Union Jack, and a flower tattoo on his right arm.

Watson has connections to St Helens, Wigan, and Birmingham, further heightening concerns about his whereabouts.

Authorities are urging anyone with information on Paul Watson’s location to come forward and assist in his apprehension. If you have any relevant details or sightings, you can contact Merseyside Police’s social media desk on Twitter @MerpolSthSefton or via Facebook by searching ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre.’ Alternatively, you can call 101 and provide reference number 23000628883.

For those who wish to remain anonymous, the independent charity Crimestoppers offers a dedicated hotline at 0800 555 111. You can also submit information anonymously through their online form at https:///crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.

Members of the public are urged not to approach Paul Watson directly, as he is considered potentially dangerous. Instead, contact the authorities with any relevant information to aid in his swift apprehension and return to custody.

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