A MAN convicted for arson and possessing a weapon has escaped from prison.

Police are hunting for Aaron Thomas who escaped from HMP Spinghill on Tuesday, February 25, at around 8.15pm.

Thomas is known to be in Reading, Berkshire, Poole in Dorset, Lower Aldershot in Hampshire or Aldershot in Surrey.

He is white, about 5ft 6ins tall with a stocky build, has a cropped or shaved head.

He has hazel coloured eyes, tattoos on both forearms and both of his ears are pierced.

The prisoner was last seen wearing a dark green winter jacket, a light blue beanie hat, dark blue jeans or grey patchwork trousers and light tan work boots. It is also likely he is wearing dark tinted glasses.

He has been convicted for arson and possession of an offensive weapon.

Investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Lewis Prescott-Mayling, based at Aylesbury police station, said: “I am appealing for information which will help us find Aaron Thomas.

“If you see him, please do not approach him, instead call us on 999.

“If you think you may have seen him or you have information about his whereabouts, please contact us on the non-emergency number 101 or make a report online quoting the reference 43200065766

“You can also contact Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.”