A 25-year-old Nigerian inmate, Temitope Segun, is the subject of a major police manhunt after escaping from a prison transport van in London on Monday evening.
According to authorities, Segun managed to flee while being transported through the Woolwich area, prompting an immediate search operation.
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Police have released a photograph of the fugitive and warned members of the public not to approach him if spotted. Instead, anyone with information regarding his whereabouts has been urged to contact law enforcement immediately.
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Authorities described the escape as a serious security breach and said officers are actively pursuing several leads to locate and re-arrest the inmate.
The circumstances surrounding the escape have not yet been fully disclosed, while investigations into how Segun managed to evade custody remain ongoing.
Police have appealed to residents in and around Woolwich and neighbouring areas to remain vigilant and report any sightings or relevant information that could assist in his capture.
Further updates are expected as the search continues.