Police have launched a manhunt for an absconder who could be in Bristol.
Detectives have warned the public not to approach Richard Smart if they do see him. Instead people are being urged to call 101 immediately.
The 52-year-old failed to return to HMP Prescoed in south Wales on Friday January 24.
Smart was convicted of burglary at Exeter Crown Court on September 13 in 2018.
And now police officers believe he could be in Stockwood.
He is described as white, about six feet tall, with short grey hair, last time he was seen he had grey facial stubble. He was also wearing a black zip up jacket, black jogging bottoms and black trainers/shoes.
A Gwent Police spokesperson said: "Richard Smart is not a registered sex offender and is not considered to be a risk to the public.
"Gwent Police has activated its operational plan with the aim of locating him, he has been circulated as wanted to all police forces and the prison is co-operating fully with us.
"Members of the public are advised not to approach Richard Smart if they see him but to call police instead on 101 quoting reference number 2000029490, you can also message us on our facebook or twitter pages."
Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
