Police working to locate man unlawfully at large in Falls Road area of west Belfast

Police are working to locate a man who is unlawfully at large in west Belfast.The man was arrested at approximately 12.15 on Saturday following the report of a burglary in the Falls Road area, but absconded from police custody a short time later.

In a statement, Inspector Ferguson said: “He is described as being in his 20s, with dark hair and was wearing black shorts and a black t-shirt and handcuffed to the front.

“We are advising the public to not approach the man but to call 999 immediately if seen.”

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