Prisoner absconds from Suffolk jail

Anthony Hinchelwood absconded from Hollesley Bay prison Credit: Suffolk Police

People are being warned not approach a prisoner who absconded from a jail in Suffolk overnight.

Staff at Hollesley Bay prison near Ipswich realised that Anthony Hinchelwood was missing early this morning. They last saw the 31-year-old about 11 o'clock last night (Friday 7th September). He was serving a sentence for robbery, and has connections to the Woolwich and Charlton areas of London.

Hinchelwood is described as white, five foot seven and of stocky build. He has blonde hair, blue eyes and a number of tattoos.

Police say anyone who sees him should not approach him or take any action, but should phone them with the details.