Police are hunting Anthony Lloyd, 38, a prisoner who forced his way out of a Lewisham medical unit on 23 October and headed towards Catford. Do not approach him.

The Metropolitan Police is searching for a prisoner who escaped from a medical facility in Lewisham on Friday. Anthony Lloyd, 38, was last seen at about 4.10pm on 23 October after forcing his way out of the unit. He was seen heading towards Catford.

The force says anyone who sees him should call 999 straight away and should not approach him (Metropolitan Police).

What he looks like

The police description:

  • white
  • about 5ft 8in tall
  • medium build
  • short dark hair
  • last seen wearing a grey/blue t-shirt, black tracksuit bottoms and white trainers

What the police say

Detective Superintendent Melanie Pressley is leading the search. She said: “We are conducting various significant enquiries to find Lloyd and return him to custody.

“We are concerned he poses a risk both to himself and the public, and would urge anyone who sees him to call 999 immediately. Do not approach him.”

Officers believe he could be anywhere in London. The force says he also has links to Surrey, Sussex, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Merseyside.

The force has not named the medical facility or said why he was being held.

What it means for you

  • If you see him: call 999 immediately and quote CAD4739/23Oct. Do not approach him.
  • If you have information: even a small detail could help, the force says. Call 999 with the same reference.