Lewisham Manhunt for Prisoner Convicted of ABH
Anthony Lloyd, who absconded from a medical facility, is considered a risk to the public.
Police are searching for Anthony Lloyd, 38, who escaped from a medical facility in Lewisham, South London, on Friday afternoon. He was last seen at approximately 4.10pm heading towards Catford. Lloyd was convicted in 2025 of Actual Bodily Harm (ABH) following an incident in Nottinghamshire.
Public Safety Warning Issued
Detective Superintendent Melanie Pressley, leading the search, stated that Lloyd poses a risk to himself and the public. The Metropolitan Police have issued a warning advising members of the public not to approach him. Anyone who sees Lloyd should call 999 immediately. The public has been urged to report any information that could assist in locating him.
Lloyd, described as white, around 5ft 8in tall, of medium build with short dark hair, was wearing a grey-blue t-shirt, black tracksuit bottoms, and white trainers when he absconded. While police believe he could be anywhere in London, he also has connections to Surrey, Sussex, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Merseyside.
Background to Custody
The 12-month custodial sentence Lloyd received was for the ABH conviction involving three emergency workers. He had been serving his sentence in prison before being transferred to the Lewisham medical facility in September. The Metropolitan Police are conducting extensive inquiries to find Lloyd and return him to custody.
Questions this report answers
01Who is Anthony Lloyd and why is police searching for him?
Anthony Lloyd, 38, is a prisoner who absconded from a medical facility in Lewisham, South London, on Friday afternoon. He was convicted in 2025 of Actual Bodily Harm (ABH) and is considered a risk to himself and the public.
02What should people do if they see Anthony Lloyd?
The public is warned not to approach Anthony Lloyd if sighted. Instead, they should call 999 immediately and report any information that could help police locate him. He was last seen heading towards Catford.
03When and where was Anthony Lloyd last seen?
Anthony Lloyd was last seen at approximately 4.10pm on Friday. He was observed leaving the medical facility in Lewisham and heading in the direction of Catford in South London.
Support is available without a police report
Find London services, specialist support and the rights set out in the Victims’ Code. If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
Find victim supportSend a correction or case update
If a hearing, charge or outcome has changed, send the court, case number and source document so we can update the record.
Contact the deskContinue the investigation
LatestManhunt for escaped Lewisham medical facility patient