Man who absconded from Derbyshire’s open prison found in West Midlands

John Joseph Hickinbottom, 54, left HMP Sudbury on January 2 – sparking a public appeal for information by Derbyshire Constabulary.

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A spokesperson for the force said on Wednesday: “He was found in the West Midlands area and is no longer being sought by officers.

“Thank you to all who shared our appeal.”

Members of the public were warned not to approach Hickinbottom, who is serving an indeterminate sentence for public protection.

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