Police appeal for wanted Essex man sentenced to more than two years in prison
ESSEX Police are appealing for information about a man who has failed to attend a court hearing where he was sentenced to more than two years in prison.
Michael Casey, 24, Romford, is the eighth member of an organised crime group whose members have been jailed for a total of more than 35 years for car thefts and money laundering.
He failed to appear at a court hearing on Thursday and police now want to track him down.
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A spokesperson for Essex Police said: "We want to speak to 24-year-old Michael Casey after he failed to attend a court hearing where he was sentenced to more than two years in jail.
"Casey, from Romford, is the eighth member of an organised crime group whose members were jailed for a total of more than 35 years for motor vehicle thefts and money laundering offences.
"The investigation was led by officers from Serious and Organised Crime Unit.
Missing - Michael Casey is wanted by Essex Police (Image: Essex Police) "Casey did not attend a sentencing hearing on Thursday 19 June, and we want to track him as soon as possible."
If you've seen Michael Casey or if you have information on where he is, you can contact Essex Police on 101.
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