Man convicted for Hackney murder is on run after prison escape

On the run: John Massey

Police are appealing for help in tracing a convicted murderer who escaped from HMP Pentonville yesterday.

John Massey, 64, made off from the Islington prison at around 6.30pm on Wednesday 27 June.

He is considered potentially dangerous and the police are are warning the public that he should not be approached if seen.

He was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of a man at a Hackney pub in September 1975.

Anyone with information of Massey’s whereabouts is asked to call Islington Police 0207 421 0296; if you wish to remain anonymous please call Crimestopppers on 0800 555 111.

With an immediate sighting of Massey, call 999.

Massey’s hair has more grey than the image shown here.

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