Search underway for Algerian convict mistakenly freed from custody

🚨 **Manhunt Alert!** 🚨
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Authorities are on the hunt for a 24-year-old Algerian man mistakenly released from HMP Wandsworth in London. This urgent search kicked off after he walked free on October 29th, even though he was serving time for trespass with intent to steal and has a history of sex offences.
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The Metropolitan Police are actively conducting enquiries to locate and return him to custody. It’s not clear when they were first informed of his accidental release, but the blunder comes hot on the heels of a similar high-profile case involving Hadush Kebatu.

There have been 262 such incidents reported between March 2024 and March 2025, sparking concerns about checks on prisoner releases. As this scandal unfolds, David Lammy has introduced enhanced measures to prevent further mistakes.

Stay tuned for updates as this story develops, and let’s hope for a swift resolution. 🕵️‍♂️🔍