Rape suspect on the run after skipping bail

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 16:55hrs
Photo: North Yorkshire Police
Police are urging anyone who knows his whereabouts to contact them immediately

A manhunt is underway for a suspected rapist who failed to answer bail at the crown court in York.

In an appeal made today, North Yorkshire Police said:

“Have you seen wanted man, Kristian Franks, 34, from York? 

Franks is wanted after failing to answer bail set by Crown Court in relation to a charge of rape.

Extensive enquiries have been carried out to locate him and we are now asking members of the public to report any sightings.

Please contact North Yorkshire Police if you have any information about his whereabouts.”

Call 101 with information or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Please call 999 if you have an immediate sighting.

Please quote reference number 12170083266.

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