Police searching for man ‘unlawfully at large’

Police are trying to trace a 23-year-old man who is unlawfully at large from Maghaberry Prison after having his licence revoked.

Maurice Kane was originally jailed for a number of offences, including theft and drug possession.

He was released on licence, but had it revoked in January, following a number of breaches.

Police now say that, despite “exhaustive efforts” to arrest Kane, they have been unable to find him.

“We believe he has connections to north and east Belfast and possibly Portadown,” PSNI Inspector Antony Frazer said.

“I appeal to anyone who has seen Maurice Kane, or who knows of his whereabouts, to contact us on 101. I would also appeal directly to him directly to hand himself in.”

Kane is described as being around 5ft 7ins tall and of slim build, with short/crewcut dirty-fair hair.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.