Manhunt after convicted robber serving years-long sentence absconds from prison

A convicted robber who absconded from prison is being sought by police.

Scott Warner, 37, was reported missing to police after being absent from a roll call at HMP Hollesley Bay.

He was serving a sentence of four years and seven months for robbery and other offences when he absconded from the open prison in Suffolk.

Warner, who has links to Essex, is described as white, around 6ft 3in tall, of stocky build, with blonde hair and blue eyes.

Members of the public are advised not to approach him and should call police on 999 immediately if they see him.

HMP Hollesley Bay is a Category D open prison.

In these facilities, detainees are typically allowed to spend most of their day off-site for work, education or for other resettlement purposes.

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