Police hunt for prisoner who escaped custody while under escort in Edinburgh
Officers have said inquiries are ongoing
Last updated 23rd Nov 2023
Police are searching for a prisoner who escaped custody while under escort in Edinburgh.
34-year-old Ryan Gandy went missing from the Western General Hospital around 5pm on Wednesday.
He was last seen at Crewe Road South.
Ryan is described as being around 6ft tall, of slim build with dark receding hair.
He was wearing a blue Nike dry-fit top, black jogging bottoms, dark-coloured trainers, and a black Hoodrich gilet. He has a tattoo with the word “Katy” on his right arm and scars on both sides of his face.
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Officers are carrying out extensive searches and reviewing CCTV in an effort to trace him. Members of the public are advised not to approach Mr Gandy if they see him but to contact police immediately.
Anyone who knows of his present whereabouts should contact Police Scotland on 101, or in an emergency on 999. Please quote incident number 2515 of Wednesday, 22 November, 2023.
Information can also be passed via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.