A convicted murderer from Manchester who absconded from a Lancashire prison last month has been arrested in Scotland
Paul Gerrard was sentenced to life in prison in 2009 for the murder of David Argent in Runcorn.
The 40-year-old absconded from HMP Kirkham, Lancashire.
Following enquiries, officers from Cheshire’s Serious and Organised Crime Unit located the fugitive in Irvine, Scotland, on Tuesday 17 January.
Gerrard has now been taken to custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Ian Murray, of Cheshire Constabulary’s Serious and Organised Crime Unit, said: “Gerrard is a dangerous individual and I welcome the fact that the is now back behind bars where he belongs.
“I’d like to thank all of the officers involved in this manhunt for their dedication, going well beyond the boundaries of Cheshire to keep our communities safe.”
After serving 13 years behind bars, the 40-year-old was moved to HMP Kirkham – an open prison – to complete the remainder of his sentence prior to his release.
