Anthony Lloyd Manhunt Covers London and Six Other Counties

Anthony Lloyd is wanted by police across London and six other counties after escaping from a medical facility in Lewisham on Friday. The Metropolitan Police launched the search on Saturday, stating that Lloyd is currently at large and considered a risk to both himself and the public.

Lloyd, 38, forced his way out of the health unit shortly after 4:00 pm on Friday. Police reported seeing him last at approximately 4:10 pm, heading in the direction of Catford. Detectives are currently conducting inquiries to locate him and return him to custody. Det Supt Melanie Pressley, who leads the operation, urged the public not to approach Lloyd if they spot him. She instructed witnesses to call 999 immediately and to provide any available details to officers.

Lloyd was convicted in 2025 for causing actual bodily harm in an incident in Nottinghamshire involving three emergency services workers. He received a 12-month custodial sentence. In September, he was transferred to the Lewisham medical facility. Police describe him as a white man with a medium build and short dark hair. He stands about 5 feet 8 inches tall. When last seen, he wore a grey-blue T-shirt, black tracksuit bottoms, and white trainers.

Officers believe Lloyd may be anywhere within the capital. The search has expanded beyond London due to his links to other regions. Police have identified connections to Surrey, Sussex, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Merseyside. The Metropolitan Police asked the public to quote reference number CAD4739/23Oct when reporting sightings.

The force issued a statement on Saturday detailing the escape and the current scope of the manhunt. Pressley appealed for urgent information from anyone with details about Lloyd's whereabouts. She emphasized that even small pieces of information could help locate the prisoner. The search continues as officers work to narrow down his possible locations across the seven designated areas.