POLICE have arrested a man wanted on suspicion of sex offences in Basildon.

Officers launched a public appeal for information last week as they tried to track down Ross Huscroft, 18.

He was last known to be living in Woodford Green, but was wanted by police in connection with offences committed in Basildon in August 2014 and November 2013.

Huscroft was arrested in south west London last night, and is currently in custody being questioned.