Convict fails to return to HMP Sudbury

We are appealing for information after a convict has failed to return to HMP Sudbury.

Justin Poynton, 46, absconded from the prison on Friday 14 July 2023.

He was convicted at Derby Crown Court in 2022 for burglary and fraud and was jailed for four years.

Poynton has links to the Derby are and is 5’10” tall with grey hair, blue eyes and has numerous tattoos on his neck, hands and arms.

If you have seen him or now of his whereabouts, please do not approach him, instead contact us immediately quoting reference number 1240 of 14 July on any of the methods below:

• Website – We have crime reporting tools on our website: use our online contact form
• Facebook – send us a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
• Twitter – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Phone – call us on 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.