Manhunt: Prisoner On The Run

Police have released this image of a prisoner currently on the run after absconding during a home visit.

Malcolm Parker, 55, (pictured) was serving time at the Category C/D HMP Blantyre House, Kent when he was allowed out on a temporary licence at 8.00am on January 6.

He failed to return by 5.30pm the same day.

He is described as black, 6ft 1ins tall, of medium build and balding.

He has a distinctive scar on his left elbow which is between one and two inches in size.



Parker is known to have associates in the Croydon and Hendon areas. 



He is not currently considered to be a direct threat to the public, but we would advise that he is not approached.

Anyone who sees him should contact police immediately on 999.



Anyone with information should contact police on 020 8358 1752, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.