This person has since been located by Police after an extensive coordinated Police response by front line Police members including the Dog Operations Unit. The 17-year-old youth was located shortly after 7:30pm near Anzac Hill. Police would also like to thank members of the public for their assistance.
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NT Police are seeking public assistance to apprehend teenaged escapee Ian Pope who escaped from Police custody this afternoon in Alice Springs.
Commander Michael Murphy said 17-year-old Ian Pope escaped when he was being escorted between the Court House and the Police Watch House at approximately 5:10 pm.
“He was last seen running towards the Todd River from the CBD wearing a black hooded jumper, long jeans, bright fluoro shoes and a black hat. He is also handcuffed to the front.
“I urge Ian Pope to surrender himself or anyone that knows of his whereabouts to contact Police as a matter of urgency.
“We are appealing to the public to be on the look out for this young man and report any sightings immediately," said Commander Murphy.
Police do not consider Ian Pope to be a threat to safety but caution people not approach him.
Anybody who knows the whereabouts of Ian Pope or who may have seen him is urged to contact Police on 131 444 or call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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