Making and distributing indecent images of children.

Steven Hobson, aged 29, is wanted by South Yorkshire Police for breaching the Sex Offenders Notification Requirements.

Hobson was placed on the Sex Offenders Register for 10 years in 2017 after being jailed for making and distributing indecent images of children. Upon his release, he was required to notify the police of any change of address.

However, Hobson has failed to register an address with police since January 2022.

South Yorkshire Police have stated that "extensive enquiries have been made to locate Hobson but despite speaking to him, he has failed to provide us with his current location."

Hobson's last known address was in Sheffield, but he also has links to Rotherham, Lincolnshire, and Lancashire.

The delay in notifying the public about Hobson's disappearance has sparked concern and criticism.

Jacqueline Howarth questioned, "Why has it taken four months to release this information? I hope he is found quickly and taken off the streets again. We all have a duty of care and protection towards all children whether they are your own or not."

Dale Young echoed these sentiments, stating, "So he's been missing since January, a DANGER to children and your letting the public know NOW. Wow do we not think the public should of been updated on day one of the offender missing?"

Hennifer Rach expressed her disappointment, saying, "Since January they've not known where he is and only just made the public aware."

Some have suggested changes to the law, including the use of electronic tagging for sex offenders upon release from prison.

Dawn Cartwright commented, "Shouldn't he have one of them things on his ankle, so they know where it is at all times?"

Julie Beales agreed, adding, "They should be on tag for 10 years and the register for life."

Anyone who spots Hobson should dial 999 immediately.