Hunt for prisoner who has absconded in west London
Officers are carrying out searches, concerned for his welfare.
Police are appealing for help in tracking down an absconded prisoner from HMP Wormwood Scrubs.
Detectives say the man escaped from custody after he was taken to hospital.
Graham Gomm, 63, was taken to Hammersmith Hospital by prison staff yesterday after being taken unwell. He had been on remand for burglary offences.
Police were alerted at around 01:18hrs on Thursday, 18 July that Gomm had absconded. He was last seen wearing a grey T-shirt and grey tracksuit.
Officers are carrying out searches, working closely with partners, conducting CCTV enquiries and have visited a number of addresses linked to Gomm.
No suggestions of a threat to the public
Detectives are also concerned for Gomm’s welfare as he was undergoing medical care before he escaped. There is nothing to suggest that Gomm is a threat to the public.
If anyone sees Gomm they are asked not to approach him but they should call 999.
Information on his whereabouts can also be shared with police via 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting reference CAD0481/18JUL24.