Manhunt underway to trace prisoner who absconded from medical facility

A manhunt is under way to locate a prisoner who police say “poses a risk both to himself and the public” and has absconded from a medical facility in London.

Anthony Lloyd, 38, was last seen at around 4.10pm on Friday after forcing his way out of the unit in Lewisham in South London.

Lloyd was seen heading in the direction of Catford, a Met Police spokesperson said.

The 38-year-old is white, around 5ft 8in, of medium build with short dark hair, and was wearing a grey-blue t-shirt, black tracksuit bottoms and white trainers, police said.

The force has warned members of the public not to approach Lloyd.

Detective Superintendent Melanie Pressley, who is leading the manhunt, said:

“We are conducting various significant enquiries to find Lloyd and return him to custody.

“We are concerned he poses a risk both to himself and the public, and would urge anyone who sees him to call 999 immediately. Do not approach him.

“If you have any information – however small – that could help us locate Lloyd, please get in touch with police as a matter of urgency.”

Officers believe Lloyd could be anywhere in London.

He also has links to Surrey, Sussex, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Merseyside.

Anyone with information is asked to call 999 quoting CAD4739/23Oct.

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