Manhunt for Michael Donnelly, suspected drug dealer
An international manhunt is taking place for a Lancashire man suspected of supplying drugs and money laundering.
Police believe Michael Donnelly, 41, from Barrowford, is on the run in Cape Town, South Africa.
Mr Donnelly, who is wanted over an alleged conspiracy to supply cocaine, amphetamine and cannabis, flew to South Africa last September, said police.
Detectives say a dedicated team is working on tracking him down and it is only a matter before police find him.
'Give yourself up'
Det Insp Martin Kane said Mr Donnelly was the "most wanted" man in east Lancashire.
"If convicted he is facing a sentence of around 15 years," said the detective.
Six men have already been convicted for their role in the £1m conspiracy.
Det Insp Kane said Mr Donnelly left for South Africa via Dubai from Manchester Airport on an Emirates flight last September.
He said: "We are also actively investigating individuals who may be assisting him whilst he's on the run and if we identify anyone, they will be arrested, too."
He added: "My message to Michael Donnelly is quite simple: make contact with Lancashire Police and give yourself up. If not, we will track you down and formally extradite you to the UK to face trial."