Overview
- Thames Valley Police confirm Darnell Smith absconded from the open HMP Springhill near Grendon Underwood at about 11.30am on Wednesday, January 28.
- A public appeal was issued at 1.25pm on Friday, January 30, requesting help to trace him.
- Investigators warn people not to approach, instructing 999 for sightings, 101 or online with reference 43260045393 for information, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 for anonymity.
- Smith, 27, is around 5ft 8in, of medium build, last seen in all black clothing, and has been pictured with his hair tied in bunches.
- Police note his links to Croydon and Plumstead in London as well as Surrey and Sussex, with the search led by the Prison Crime Team and Thames Valley Police.