A major search is underway in Victoria and South Australia for a man wanted over alleged child sex abuse.
Police in both states are hunting down Allan Hopkins, 44, for alleged serious sexual offending involving a child.
He is described as Caucasian with short brown hair and brown eyes and is 185cm tall with a solid build.
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He has a skull tattoo on his right upper arm.
Police said Hopkins was believed to have fled from SA to Victoria in a grey 2022 Mazda BT50 ute with South Australian registration XC101T.
Anyone who spots him, his vehicle or has information on his whereabouts is urged to call Police Assistance on 131 444 immediately or Triple Zero in an emergency.