Police hunt man, jailed for life, on the run from Derbyshire prison

Derbyshire police have issued an appeal to help catch a man, who was jailed for life, and who is on the run from prison.
Phil Bramley
By Phil Bramley
Published 1st Jun 2022, 06:49 GMT
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Alan Paul Steel left HMP Sudbury open prison in Derbyshire at around 1.15am on Tuesday (31 May).

The 41-year-old, who is serving a life sentence for causing death by dangerous driving, is described as white, 6ft tall, clean shaven and with brown hair and green eyes.

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Anyone who has seen Steel, or believes they know of his current location, is asked to contact the force using any of the below methods, including reference 22*311680:

Facebook– send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter– direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website– complete the online contact form https://www.derbyshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/

Phone – call on 101.

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

In an emergency you should always call 999.