A convicted rapist could also be residing “off grid” after absconding from jail greater than two months in the past, police have warned.
Sean Phipps didn’t return to HMP Leyhill in South Gloucestershire after being launched on a brief licence to go to Bristol on 1 June.
The 51-year-old, who has convictions for kidnap and rape, is described as white, 6ft 2in tall, and slim.
Avon and Somerset Police stated it had a devoted crew following up all reported sightings of Phipps and was coordinating with different forces to trace him down.
They suspect he should be within the larger Bristol space, together with south Gloucester and North Somerset.
Phipps is understood to stroll or hitch-hike over lengthy distances, in addition to to steal bikes for transportation, police stated.
He has an curiosity in residing off-grid, and could also be tenting exterior and foraging in rural areas.
Officers warned that he may strategy individuals to ask for water or for work as an off-the-cuff labourer.
They added that he could also be sheltering in disused buildings in Bristol or different cities within the area, and could possibly be looking out by bins for meals.
Phipps had beforehand handed himself in when he knew he was wished by police.
Anyone who sees him is requested to not strategy him, and to name 999 instantly. Anyone with any details about his whereabouts can contact police on 101, quoting reference quantity 5222130002.
Source: information.sky.com”