Manhunt Underway After Convicted GBH Prisoner Escapes in Derbyshire
Derbyshire Police have launched an urgent manhunt for Frankie Michael O’Leary, 26, who fled custody around 5:30pm on Friday, January 12. The convict, serving nearly eight years for a brutal Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) offence, is considered dangerous. Authorities warn the public: do not approach him.
Who Is Frankie Michael O’Leary?
- Age: 26
- Height: 5ft 10in
- Hair: Brown, short sides, longer on top
- Build: Slim
- Eyes: Blue
- Crime: GBH with intent (2021 conviction)
- Last spotted wearing black Under Armour tracksuit bottoms, black puffa jacket, and white-grey Nike trainers
Known Areas O’Leary Has Ties To
- North London – Tottenham, Haringey, Finsbury Park, North Finchley, Hornsey
- Bedfordshire – Biggleswade
- Dorset – Poole
- Hampshire – Lymington
- North Wales – Llandudno
- Brighton and Hove
- Northampton – Blackthorn
- Cambridgeshire – Bedford
- Wiltshire – swindon/" title="Swindon" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Swindon
Police Plea: Stay Alert, Don’t Approach
Derbyshire Police urge anyone who spots O’Leary to not confront him. Instead, immediately report his location to the police quoting case number 1190-120124. The force is following all leads and hunting hard to bring this dangerous man back into custody.
This manhunt highlights the crucial role of local communities in keeping the UK safe. Police insist public safety is their top priority while this tense search continues.
