Prisoner at large arrested by police
An on the run prisoner with a history of violence has been arrested by police in Northern Ireland.
Last updated 17th Dec 2017
PSNI Detective Inspector Darren McCartney said: “Detectives from the Serious Crime Branch, in conjunction with colleagues from our armed support unit and District Policing, arrested a 52-year-old man at an address in the north Belfast area around 5am on Sunday 17 December.
“James Valliday is a remand prisoner who has been unlawfully at large from Maghaberry Prison since Thursday 9 November.
"A 29-year-old woman was also arrested today on suspicion of assisting an offender. Both are currently in custody, helping police with our enquiries.
“We would continue to appeal for information regarding the whereabouts of a second remand prisoner, 45-year-old Charles Valliday, who also failed to return to Maghaberry Prison on the same date.
"Charles is described as 5ft 9ins in height, of stocky build, with short, brown hair, protruding ears and green eyes.
"He has a tattoo on his left arm – a bulldog, panther and snake - and a fish tattoo on his right arm.
“I would appeal to Charles Valliday to hand himself in without further delay. As he has a history of violence, I would urge the public not to approach him.
“Anyone who knows of his current whereabouts or who has any information should contact police immediately on 999."