Police are searching for a man who absconded from prison asking anyone to call 999 "immediately" if they see him.

Nicholas Doyley, aged 47 is on the run after he absconded from HMP Springhill yesterday (October 1).

He is described by Thames Valley Police (TVP) as being 5ft 10 inches tall, medium build, with brown eyes, and a scar on the left side of his head.

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Officers believe that he often frequents London.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Kate Bottomley, based at Aylesbury police station, said: “If anyone sees Doyley they are advised not to approach him but instead to call 999 immediately.

“If you have any information regarding where he may be, you can call 101 or report online via the Thames Valley Police website, quoting reference 43220441148.

“Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”