The Ironton Police Department has released the photo of a person of interest relating to recent tire slashings in the city.

Detective Joe Ross said the public’s help is needed to find Brent Patrick, 25.

Patrick’s last known address is 622 Lane St., Coal Grove. He is 5 foot 11 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds.

Ross cautioned citizens not to approach Patrick if they see him.

Anyone with information on the man’s whereabouts is asked to call the IPD at 237-6101 or 442-1876.

More than 20 vehicles on South 10th, 11th and Latonia streets in Ironton were vandalized early Monday morning.