Manhunt launched after three men with links to Ireland escape from UK jail
Cops have warned the public not to approach the trio
A manhunt has been launched after three men with links to Ireland escaped from a UK jail.
Jason MacDonagh (34), Daniel Harty (34) and Barney Casey (24) absconded from Spring Hill Prison near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire at around 6pm on Monday. The men were described has having links to Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, Bristol, the West Midlands, Leicestershire, Leeds and Bradford.
Thames Valley Police have warned the public not to approach the men, but anyone with information has been asked to contact police or make an online report.
The trio were described as white and approximately 5ft 9in tall.
MacDonagh has a medium build, ginger hair, and facial hair. He was last seen wearing grey tracksuit bottoms and a white vest.
Casey was described as being of small build, with black hair, a moustache and a goatee beard. He was also last seen wearing a grey tracksuit.
Meanwhile, Harty is described as having a slim build, black hair and a black beard. He was last seen in a blue jacket with grey joggers.
'We are appealing to the public for any information around MacDonagh, Casey and Harty's whereabouts, or anyone who may see them to get in touch,' Police staff investigator, Claire Busby said.
Harty, MacDonagh and Casey
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'We would advise members of the public not to approach them, but call 999 instead.
'If you have any information as to where they may be, you can call 101 or make a report online, quoting 43250312586.
'Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.'
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