Cops hunt convicted killer, 54, who escaped open prison HMP Leyhill as public urged to stay away from him

POLICE are hunting a convicted killer who has escaped from an open prison – with the public being urged to stay away from him.

Marcus Coates, 54, who was jailed in 2012 for manslaughter, has disappeared from HMP Leyhill in Gloucestershire.

Police are now warning Brits to keep their distance if they see him – and to immediately call emergency services.

He’s described as white, male, about 5ft 10ins, with blue eyes and receding mousey brown hair. 

He has several tattoos, including his name and a rose on his left hand, a heart and West Ham FC on his right arm and a female’s name across his knuckles on his right hand.

Cops say he was last seen near Bristol Bus Station between 8.30-9.30am on Thursday October 28 wearing a blue polo shirt, blue jacket, blue jeans and grey Puma trainers.

Police believe Coates has links to London and Kent areas.

A spokesperson for the force said: “If you see Coates, don’t approach, call 999 and give reference number 5221253377. 

“If you know where he may be, call 101 and use the same reference number.”

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