27-year-old arrested after escaping police custody at hospital (Image: Newsquest)
A 27-YEAR-OLD has been arrested following a manhunt from police after he escaped custody while being escorted at a hospital.
Officers from Hampshire Constabulary appealed for help to find the man on November 30.
However, a spokesperson confirmed that he has now been found. They said: "Good morning all,
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"We recently appealed for information to help us locate a wanted 27-year-old man, who has links to Basingstoke.
"We can confirm that we have made an arrest and a man is in custody. As a result, we no longer require the circulation of the wanted appeal.
"Thank you to everyone who responded to assist our enquiries."
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