A BURGLAR is wanted by police after absconding from prison release.

James Hutton was at Ford Prison following his convictions for burglary, assaulting the police, and driving dangerously in Sussex.

The 30-year-old has links to Eastbourne, and to Mitcham in South London.

He is a slight 6ft tall man with short dark hair, he is clean shaven and has a scar on his face.

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Hutton has been missing since July 14, where he was serving a sentence at the open prison for his crimes.

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James Hutton is wanted

Police believe he has taken clothes with him and is likely to have changed soon after leaving prison.

Anyone who sees him is advised not to approach him, but to dial 999 immediately.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report it online.