London police search for escaped prisoner after van escape

Police in London are searching for a 25-year-old prisoner who escaped from a transport van in southeast London earlier this week. Temitope Segun fled custody on Monday, June 8, while being transported from Bromley Magistrates' Court to HMP Thameside.

Segun was last seen near Woolwich High Street at approximately 6:40 p.m. Authorities believe he has connections to the nearby areas of Plumstead, Abbey Wood, and Woolwich. He was last observed wearing a black jacket, black trousers, and black trainers. The Metropolitan Police have released an image of Segun and urged the public not to approach him, but to immediately call 999 and quote reference number 227010JUN. Anonymous tips can also be provided to Crimestoppers.

Detective Sergeant Claudine Manning, who is leading the investigation, stated that her team is working around the clock to locate and apprehend Segun. She emphasized the importance of public assistance in the search.

The escape occurred from a prisoner transport van operated by the private contractor Serco. The company confirmed an incident took place on the evening of June 8 in Woolwich and that the matter is under investigation. During the escape, a Serco staff member...