Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Jayden Smith.

A warrant has been issued for the 28-year-old’s arrest for assault and breaching a court order.

He is known to frequent the Hume, Whittlesea, Moreland, and Darebin areas.

Investigators have released an image of Smith in the hope someone may have information on his current whereabouts.

Anyone who sights Smith or has information about his current whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au