COPS are hunting for four people suspected of committing violent crimes who may be hiding out in Brent.

Officers have issued photos of the four men who are wanted for questioning in connection with violent crimes.

Detective Inspector Ian Lott, from Brent Violent Crime Unit, said: “We are looking to appeal to local residents and businesses.

“I would also like to appeal directly to these men and their families: hand yourself into a police station and stop running.

“Start the new year by paying your debt to society. Our promise to you is that we will treat you fairly.”

The wanted suspects are:

- Cristian Cosma, 25, who is wanted for grievous bodily harm in Harlesden and is known to come to Brent.

- Nelu Oprean, 39, who is wanted for grievous bodily harm in Crundale Avenue, Kingsbury, and is known to come to Brent.

- Pretesh Valgi, 26, who is wanted for grievous bodily harm in Chalkhill Road, Wembley. His last known address is Kings Drive, Wembley.

- Darren Cronin, 32, who is wanted for an assault in Roe Green Park, and whose last known address is in Harlesden.

Anyone with information can contact Violent Crime Unit on 0208 733 3709, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.