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Jon Hebditch

Cops release new CCTV images in manhunt for escaped Scots prisoner

Cops have released new CCTV images in a manhunt for an escapee Scots prisoner.

Steven Ross escaped guards while being taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh from HMP Addiewell around 5.20pm last Wednesday.

The 33-year-old is still being hunted by police who have now released new pictures.

A statement from Greater Glasgow police read: "Around 5.20pm on Wednesday, 11 March, 2020, Steven escaped while on escort from HMP Addiewell to The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

Steven Ross is still on the run after escaping (Police Scotland)

"Recent enquires have confirmed that Mr Ross has travelled through to, and may still be in, the Greater Glasgow area. He is also known to have links to other areas of Scotland."

He is described as white, 5ft 9ins tall, slim build, dark brown hair with a distinctive tramline and when last seen he was wearing a black beanie hat, black jacket, black shorts and grey Nike trainers with a distinctive green sole.

Superintendent Mark Rennie, said: “It has now been a week since Steven escaped and we are continuing to appeal for any information that will help trace him.

“I would like to advise members of the public to not approach Steven Ross if you do see him, but instead, contact police immediately."

Police can be contacted on 101 quoting incident number 2686 of Wednesday, 11 March, 2020.

Information can also be passed via Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111.

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