Prisoner with links to Ayr absconds jail as public warned not to approach him

Martin Jackson, 33, is described as white, of medium build and around 5ft 10ins tall.

Martin Jackson, 33, absconded from HMP Castle Huntly and was reported missing at around 6.30pm on Wednesday, August 28.

Jackson has connections in both Ayr and Cumbria and police are urging the public not to approach him. A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “We are appealing for any information that could help to trace 33-year-old Martin Jackson, a convicted prisoner who has absconded from HMP Castle Huntly. “He is described as being white, of medium build and around 5ft 10ins tall. He is bald with red facial hair.

“He was last known to be wearing a grey top and bottoms with a dark jacket. He may have with him a grey backpack, white plastic bag and black baseball cap.”Anyone wishing to provide information anonymously can do so through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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