BRIAN TRAVERS FROM DUNDEE FOUND AFTER ESCAPING HMP CASTLE HUNTLY

A convicted sex offender who managed to escape from HMP Castle Huntly on Friday has now been located and returned to custody. The incident prompted an immediate response from law enforcement authorities, who issued a public appeal for information and cautioned the community against attempting to approach the individual.

Brian Travers, aged 43, was reported missing from the open prison situated near Dundee, a situation that raised concerns given his criminal background. Police Scotland issued a statement urging the public to remain vigilant and to avoid any direct contact with Travers, emphasizing that he had known connections in Edinburgh and Fife, which could potentially influence his whereabouts.

Following a thorough investigation and extensive efforts by the police, Travers was successfully traced on Tuesday morning. The police spokeswoman confirmed the apprehension and expressed gratitude to the members of the public who provided information that contributed to his recovery. The authorities have not disclosed further details about the circumstances of his capture or whether any additional charges are pending related to his escape.