Police issue warning as ‘dangerous sex offender’ escapes from prison

A ‘dangerous’ sex offender is on the loose after he escaped from prison, with officers warning he could be anywhere in the country.

Police have issued a warning after convicted sex offender Paul Robson absconded from HMP North Sea Camp in Boston – an open prison.

The 56-year-old is said to present a ‘particular danger to women and children’.

Lincolnshire Police are urging members of the public to call them on 999 immediately with any sightings, and not to approach Robson.

He was serving a life sentence for attempted rape and indecent assault, and in 2000 was jailed after he broke into a woman’s home, held a knife to her throat and sexually assaulted her.

Detective Chief Superintendent Andy Cox said: “We are still working tirelessly to locate Paul Robson and are still working through numerous lines of enquiry.

“He could be anywhere in the country, and we are really keen to hear from the public with potential sightings so we can take this man off our streets.”

He continued: “Robson is a dangerous sex offender and while he presents a particular danger to women and young children, I believe he can cause real harm to anyone he comes across.

“If you see Robson, please do not approach him, and do not try to apprehend him yourself. Call 999 immediately.

“We are really grateful for all the shares so far and rest assured we will continue our efforts to find and arrest him. Thank you.”

He was reported missing from HMP North Sea Camp shortly before 7am yesterday, Sunday February 13th.

Robson is described as a slim white male with a bald head and a long goatee beard.

If you have seen him or have information as to where he may be, the police are asking the public to get in touch via 999.