A EUROPEAN arrest warrant has been issued for a man wanted in connection with sexual offences against children in Kent.

Police say Paul Anthony Bures used to live in the county but is now thought to be living in Spain.

He is wanted for 13 offences, including four rapes of boys and six serious sexual assaults, according to police.

The offences are alleged to have taken place this year and last.

The warrant for Mr Bures's arrest has been obtained by Northumbria Police.

His image is also being featured on the Crimestoppers UK Most Wanted website in a bid to trace him.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 0845 043043 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.