Police are in pursuit of a man who escaped from prison, where he was serving time for attempted murder. Kieran Cameron, convicted for a 2016 attempted murder in Dorset, disappeared from HMP Thorn Cross in Warrington. Authorities from Cheshire Police are seeking public assistance to locate Cameron, advising against approaching him but urging immediate contact with emergency services.
In a court hearing at Portsmouth Crown Court, it was revealed that Cameron and another individual, Michael O’Rourke, viciously attacked a 22-year-old man from Poole, inflicting multiple stab wounds. The assailants targeted the victim due to threats from a rival gang, intending to shift blame onto their adversaries.
Describing the severity of the crime, Detective Sergeant Jamie Halford emphasized the court’s decision as a strong stance against violent offenses involving knives. The planned assault by O’Rourke and Cameron posed a grave risk to the victim’s life, prompting commendation for the swift actions of bystanders and medical staff who treated the injured individual.
Following his escape, Cheshire Police provided details on Cameron’s appearance and connections to Manchester, Liverpool, and Dorset, urging the public to report any sightings without approaching him directly. Detective Chief Inspector Nick Henderson emphasized the importance of community cooperation in locating Cameron and provided contact information for sharing relevant information.
A spokesperson from the Prison Service highlighted the seriousness of absconding, emphasizing the legal repercussions faced by offenders. Urgent efforts are underway to locate and apprehend the escaped prisoner, with a call for cooperation from individuals with pertinent details to assist law enforcement agencies.