Manhunt for escaped Lewisham medical facility patient

A police manhunt is underway for Anthony Lloyd, 38, who escaped from a medical facility in Lewisham. Lloyd forced his way out of the unit at approximately 4.10pm on Friday, October 23. He was last seen heading in the direction of Catford.

Description and Concerns

Lloyd is described as a white man, approximately 5ft 8in tall, of medium build, with short dark hair. At the time of his escape, he was wearing a grey/blue t-shirt, black tracksuit bottoms, and white trainers. Detective Superintendent Melanie Pressley, who is leading the search, stated that officers are conducting significant enquiries to locate Lloyd and return him to custody. Police have expressed concern that Lloyd poses a risk to himself and the wider public.

Detective Superintendent Pressley urged anyone who sees Lloyd to call 999 immediately and to avoid approaching him. She also requested that anyone with any information, no matter how small, to contact the police as a matter of urgency. The Metropolitan Police made the incident public approximately 24 hours after the escape.

Wider Search

While the escape occurred in Lewisham, officers believe Lloyd could be anywhere within London. He also has known links to Surrey, Sussex, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Merseyside. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to call 999, quoting reference CAD4739/23Oct.