The public has been warned not to approach a convicted killer who escaped from prison in Warrington.
Shane Farrington was last seen at HMP Thorn Cross in Appleton at 6.45pm on Thursday, March 24.
The 39-year-old was found guilty of manslaughter in 2009 after he attacked and killed a prisoner in his cell at HMP Peterborough.
He previously escaped prison in 2018, while he was being treated for a head injury at a hospital in Norfolk.
Officers have urged anyone with information on Shane’s whereabouts to contact them.
Farrington was last seen wearing a dark top with white writing on the front, blue jeans, black shoes, a dark coat and has a dark rucksack.
He is known to have links within the Peterborough area.
Superintendent Mike Evans said: “We currently have numerous officers carrying out a variety of searches to locate Farrington.
“While our enquiries are ongoing we’re urging anyone who sees Farrington to not approach him but to instead call Cheshire Constabulary immediately on 999 quoting IML 1230000.
“Officers will be maintaining a presence around the prison and in the local area to provide reassurance to the community. If you have any concerns please do speak to one of them.”
Information can also be passed on anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
