Prisoner on the loose in NI - PSNI appeal to drug offender to hand himself in

A prisoner is on the loose in Northern Ireland, the PSNI has confirmed.
Maurice Kane. (Photo issued by the PSNI)Maurice Kane. (Photo issued by the PSNI)
Maurice Kane. (Photo issued by the PSNI)

Police are working to locate 23 year-old Maurice Kane who had his licence revoked in January

Inspector Antony Frazer said Kane has connections in North and East Belfast.

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“Kane, who was sentenced for a number of offences including theft, Possession of Class B and Class C drugs, was released from prison on licence, however following a number of breaches, his licence was revoked in 18/1/20

“He is described as around 173 cm tall, of slim build with short/crewcut dirty fair hair.

"We believe he has connections to North and East Belfast and possibly Portadown."

Inspector Frazer added: "Despite exhaustive attempts to arrest Kane, police have been unable to locate him. I appeal to anyone who has seen Maurice Kane, or who knows of his whereabouts to contact us on 101 quoting reference number 1738 of 18/01/2020

“I would also appeal directly to him directly to hand himself in.”

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous.