Manhunt for prisoner who escaped on Christmas Day
Thames Valley Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who escaped HMP Springhill on Christmas Day. The public is urged not to approach him and to call 999 immediately.
Thames Valley Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who escaped HMP Springhill on Christmas Day. The public is urged not to approach him and to call 999 immediately.
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Mahad Elmi, 27, is unlawfully at large after absconding from HMP Spring Hill. Police urge public not to approach and call 999 immediately if seen.
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Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who left HMP Springhill between Christmas and Boxing Day. He has links to South West London. Public urged not to approach.
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