POLICE are trying to track down a Hollesley Bay prisoner, serving eight years for robbery, who absconded earlier today.

POLICE are trying to track down a Hollesley Bay prisoner, serving eight years for robbery, who absconded earlier today.

John Gomez, 38, was last seen at 6am this morning.

He is described as white, of heavy build, 5ft 10in tall, with brown hair and brown eyes.

If anyone sees Gomez, they should phone the police and not take any further action.

Anyone who may have seen him, or who may have information about where he is now, should call Suffolk Police on 01473 613500 or contact their nearest police station.