Metropolitan Police Seek Escaped Prisoner Anthony Lloyd
- An urgent manhunt is underway for Anthony Lloyd, a 38-year-old prisoner who forced his way out of a medical facility in south-east London on October 23.
- Lloyd absconded from the health unit in Lewisham shortly after 4:10 pm on Friday, October 23, heading in the direction of Catford, according to the Metropolitan Police.
- We are conducting various significant inquiries to find Lloyd and return him to custody.
An urgent manhunt is underway for Anthony Lloyd, a 38-year-old prisoner who forced his way out of a medical facility in south-east London on October 23. Metropolitan Police officials warn that Lloyd poses a risk to himself and the public, urging anyone who spots him to dial 999 immediately rather than approach him.
The Escape From Lewisham and Search Operations
Lloyd absconded from the health unit in Lewisham shortly after 4:10 pm on Friday, October 23, heading in the direction of Catford, according to the Metropolitan Police. Detectives believe he could be anywhere in London. He also maintains links to Surrey, Sussex, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Merseyside. Detective Superintendent Melanie Pressley, who leads the manhunt, stated that officers are conducting significant inquiries to track him down.
We are conducting various significant inquiries to find Lloyd and return him to custody. We are concerned he poses a risk both to himself and the public, and would urge anyone who sees him to call 999 immediately. Do not approach him.
Detective Superintendent Melanie Pressley, Metropolitan Police
Criminal Record and Medical Facility Transfer
Lloyd stands about 5ft 8in tall, of medium build with short dark hair, and was last seen wearing a grey-blue T-shirt, black tracksuit bottoms, and white trainers. In 2025, he received a 12-month custodial sentence for actual bodily harm following an incident in Nottinghamshire that involved three emergency services workers. Following his conviction, authorities transferred him from prison to the Lewisham medical facility in September.
Regional Police Jurisdictions and Public Safety Warnings
Because Lloyd’s known links extend across numerous counties, police forces outside London remain on alert. Authorities ask anyone possessing information regarding his whereabouts to contact emergency services immediately, referencing CAD4739/23Oct.