British and Dutch police have launched a joint operation aimed at tracking down fugitives believed to be on the run in the Netherlands, including some suspected of murder and serious drugs offences.
Operation Return has resulted in more than 100 people being caught by Dutch officers in the last five years and brought back to the UK to face justice.
"The National Crime Agency (NCA) and its partners will pursue fugitives relentlessly," said Dave Allen from the NCA.
"Those who believe they can use the Netherlands to evade capture or continue illegal activities soon find out that it is not a safe haven. Be our extra eyes and ears and let us know if you have any information on the whereabouts of our targets."
Among the five new names on the 'most wanted' list is 28-year-old Shane O'Brien from Ladbroke Grove, West London, who is wanted in connection with the stabbing to death of 21-year-old Josh Hanson in a bar in northwest London last October.
"Josh was the perfect son, just a lovely lad who was out enjoying a night out with his girlfriend when he was attacked," said his mother Tracey Hanson.
"The last five months have been hell for us. We need answers and we need justice. I would urge anyone who can help the police to come forward."
Police investigating the murder have described the attack as "motiveless".
Also on the run is 29-year-old Shazad Ghafoor, who is wanted by West Yorkshire Police and Greater Manchester Police for offences including fraud, dangerous driving and a drugs charge.
David Ung, 24, from Liverpool, is also believed to be on the run in the Netherlands. He is wanted on suspicion of murder and conspiracy to supply heroin.
"No matter where you run or how far you run, we will catch you," said Mr Allen.
Some 23 fugitives from British justice were caught by Dutch authorities in 2015.
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