Image of escaped prisoner who 'frequents Watford' released

Thames Valley Police are appealing for help tracing a man who absconded from HMP Springhill, in Buckinghamshire, on Saturday (July 22).

The force said Michael Wright, who was convicted in 2018 for robbery, was last seen in central Milton Keynes later that day but is "believed to frequent the Watford area".

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The 39-year-old is 5ft 11ins tall, and police described him as being of slim build with dark brown hair.

Police Staff Investigator Claire Busby said: “We are appealing for the help of the public to trace Wright.

“If you see him, do not approach him and call 999 instead.

Michael Wright (Image: Thames Valley Police)

“If you have any information as to where he may be, you can call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43230326191.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”