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Police looking for man with links to Caerphilly who failed to return to prison

News | Tom Hicks | Published: 10:27, Friday December 22nd, 2023.
Last updated: 10:27, Friday December 22nd, 2023

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Anthony Parsons has links to Cardiff and Caerphilly
Anthony Parsons has links to Cardiff and Caerphilly

Avon and Somerset Police is looking for Anthony Parsons, 30, after he failed to return to Leyhill Prison, Gloucestershire, on Wednesday December 20.

The man, described by the force as “mixed heritage”, is said to be slim, with a tattoo on his right arm.

Parsons was last seen in Bristol at around 8am on Wednesday December 20 wearing a black Nike tracksuit, white t-shirt, and black trainers.

It’s understood he has links to Cardiff and Caerphilly.

The public have been warned by Avon and Somerset Police not to approach Parsons if you do see him, but to contact the force by calling 999 quoting log number 5223310960.


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