Police reissue appeal to find man who absconded from Spring Hill Prison last month

38-year-old Michael Gilworth absconded on the 27th of February.

38-year-old Michael Gilworth.
Author: Luke ReeveyPublished 26th Mar 2025

Thames Valley Police is reissuing an appeal to help trace a man who absconded from Spring Hill Prison.

Michael Gilworth, who is 38-years-old, absconded at around 8.45pm on Thursday 27th February.

In our previous appeal, Gilworth was described has having ginger hair and a ginger beard, but we believe he has dyed his hair and beard black.

He has a goblin tattoo on his upper left arm, a fish tattoo on his lower left arm, ‘Kelly’ written on his inner forearm, a lip tattoo on the side of his neck and ‘Lewis’ written on his right hand.

He is known to frequent Stockport and Middlesbrough.

He was last seen getting into a blue Ford Mondeo, wearing a light blue jumper, dark trousers and a black beanie hat.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Melanie Cannon said: “If you see Gilworth, do not approach him and call 999 instead.

“If you know where he is or may have seen him, please call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43250098823.

“Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”

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