Three Dangerous Prisoners Escape in Derbyshire

Three prisoners, including a manslaughter convict, broke free from jail on Saturday, 5 December. Authorities warn the public: do not approach these fugitives.

Meet the Trio on the Run

  • Lewis Daniel Thornton, 29 Convicted of manslaughter at Wolverhampton Crown Court in 2016. Thornton is white, 6ft 2ins, with blue eyes and brown hair. He’s thin and sports a “RIP Cobra” tattoo on his right wrist and an “Angel” tattoo on his left arm. Known to have links to Wolverhampton and Walsall.
  • Daniel Gerald Ferris, 30 Convicted of robbery at Birmingham Crown Court in 2018. Ferris is white, medium build, with blue eyes and brown hair. Has connections to Birmingham.
  • Rory Allen, 33 Convicted in 2018 at Worcester Crown Court for involvement in cocaine and heroin supply. Allen is black, 6ft 2ins tall, thin build, with brown eyes, black hair, and a black moustache. He has a tattoo reading “Tug” on his right arm and links to Birmingham, Walsall, and Wolverhampton.

Urgent Public Warning

Police urge anyone spotting or knowing the whereabouts of these fugitives to contact Derbyshire Police immediately. Quote reference 906 of 5 December when reporting.

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