Prisoner escapes on Woolwich High Street
Police are hunting a man who escaped a prison van on Woolwich High Street near the old Waterfront leisure centre.
The incident occurred around 6:40pm on Monday 8th June. Serco were responsible for the transfer. They report a guard was injured.
Temitope Segun, aged 25, escaped from a van located outside the old leisure centre opposite Hare Street.
The Met state he is believed to have links to Plumstead, Abbey Wood and Woolwich.
Detective Sergeant Claudine Manning, who is leading the search, said:
“My team of dedicated officers are working around the clock to trace and apprehend Temitope Segun. It is imperative that the public contact police via 999 if they see him – or know where he may be.
“He was last seen wearing a black jacket, black trousers and black trainers and has links across south London.”
Police advise the public to not approach Temitope Segun and instead dial 999, quoting 2270/10JUN.
Why are we not surprised..