Members of the public are being urged not to approach a man who has absconded from an open prison - and instead to call 999. 

Adil Pervez is Asian, aged 30, 5ft 10ins tall, of medium build with a full beard. 

He has 'mum' tattooed across his neck and is believed to frequent Peterborough. 

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He absconded from HMP Springhill today (April 19). 

Police Staff Investigator Mark Weatherstone, based at Aylesbury police station, said: “We are appealing for the help of the public to trace Pervez.

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“If you see him, do not approach him and call 999 instead.

“If you have any information as to where he may be, you can call 101 or make a report online, quoting 43220017152.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.”