Police are on the hunt for a Wandsworth man after he escaped from court.

Ashley Mitchell, 30, was sentenced to four years in prison for possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin at Lewes Crown Court on July 27.

He left the court that day and has not been seen since.

Mitchell is described as black, 178cm tall, of an athletic build, with short dark hair and brown eyes. He was wearing a white tee-shirt and chinos when he was last seen.

He has links to the London area and Surrey Police are working with the Met Police to track him down.

If you know where Ashley Mitchell is, or you have any information regarding his whereabouts, you are asked to contact the police quoting PR/45180006905.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.