Manhunt Launched after prisoner escapes from Suffolk Prison

Francis Edwards, aged 39, was reported missing to police on Wednesday 3 September 2025, after being absent at a roll call.

Author: Ellie RobsonPublished 4th Sep 2025

Police are appealing for help to trace a prisoner who has absconded from Hollesley Bay.

Francis Edwards is serving a three-year and two-month sentence for burglary and theft.

Edwards is described as white, 5ft 11ins tall, of medium build, with brown hair, blue eyes and a scar on his right upper arm.

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