Mt Eden prisoner has been on run for four days since slipping hospital escort

Police are seaching for the prisoner. Photo / RNZ, Nate McKinnon

Police are hunting a prisoner who escaped while on a hospital escort in Auckland.

The prisoner from Mt Eden Corrections Facility has now been on the run since just before 9am Friday.

Acting general manager Edith Pattinson said police were informed immediately and were searching for the person.

“We encourage anyone with information about the prisoners’ location to contact police on 111.

“Public safety is our top priority. Any escape is unacceptable and an immediate review into how this incident occurred is being carried out.”

RNZ reported it is understood the prisoner had been handcuffed.