POLICE have launched a manhunt after a drug dealer escaped from a Suffolk prison today.

Officers are appealing for help in tracing Keith Miller, 28, who was serving a seven-year sentence for supplying drugs.

He is thought to have absconded from the prison between 4am and 6am today.

Miller is described as white, 6ft 2ins, of a large build with short dark brown hair and brown eyes. He has tattoos around his wrists and arms.

He has connections to the Great Yarmouth area in Norfolk, but police have warned anyone who sees him not to approach him or take any further action.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Suffolk Police on 01473 613500.