Prisoner flees on foot while attending funeral

Jason Osborne ran away from a family member who was returning him to Whanganui Prison. Photo/Police

Police are seeking an inmate who has failed to return to Whanganui Prison.

Jason Osborne was given leave to attend a funeral on March 10.

While a family member was returning him to prison, he has taken off on foot.

It is possible he will be in New Plymouth.

Anyone who sees Osborne or knows where he might be, is asked to contact New Plymouth Police on (06) 759 5500.