A CONVICTED burglar has absconded from Hollesley Bay open unit.Edward Paul Ward, 24 was serving three months for burglary when he went missing on Saturday evening.

A CONVICTED burglar has absconded from Hollesley Bay open prison.

Edward Paul Ward, 24, was serving four years, three months for burglary.

He is described as 5ft 8in tall, of stocky build with brown hair and has a number of scars on his left arm, right forearm and right leg.

He left the prison on Saturday and is known to have connections in Croydon, Surrey.

Police are advising anyone who sees him not to approach him and to call 999 immediately.

Anyone with information should call Suffolk police on 01473 613500 or contact their local police station.