Prisoner escapes from hospital, police on the look out

A 45-year-old prisoner identified as Yilmaz Gümüş who was taken to hospital due to illness  has reportedly escaped.

According to a circular released by the police, the suspects who was serving jail term at the Girne police department for illegally entering into North Cyprus was taken to the Akçiçek hospital in Girne on Tuesday evening due to illness where he later escaped.

The 45-year-old prisoner is said to be wearing a white t-shirt and a dark jean when he escaped. The public are advised to report to the nearest police station if seen.