DETECTIVES investigating the fatal stabbing of a woman in Bradford city centre have named a man who is wanted on suspicion of her murder.

Police are appealing for members of the public to report any sightings of Habibur Masum, 25, who is from the Oldham area.

He is wanted in connection with the broad daylight stabbing, which happened in the Westgate area of Bradford on Saturday. 

He is described as an Asian man and of a slim build. He is pictured on CCTV wearing a coat with three large horizontal lines of grey, white and black, light blue or grey tracksuit bottoms with a small black emblem on the left pocket, and maroon trainers.

A witness also reported seeing him wearing a grey hoody with the hood up.

He is believed to have links to the Burnley and Chester areas.

Detective Chief Inspector Stacey Atkinson, of West Yorkshire Police’s Homicide and Enquiry Team, said: “We have had significant resources following up a number of lines of enquiry to locate Habibur Masum but at this time his whereabouts are unknown."

A knife was recovered from the scene, but DCI Atkinson said: "We cannot say if Habibur Masum is armed, and I would urge anyone who does see him not to approach him but to call 999 immediately.  

“If anyone has any information about his movements or whereabouts since 3.20pm on Saturday please contact police as a matter of urgency."

DCI Atkinson said the "shocking circumstances" of the woman's death have caused "considerable concern in the local community".

"Residents can expect to continue to see a significant police presence in Bradford as we make further enquiries and conduct reassurance patrols in the area," she added. 

Any current sightings of Masum should be reported to West Yorkshire Police via 999.

Any other information that could assist the investigation should be reported via Live Chat online or by calling 101, quoting log 1071 of April 6.