February 13, 2022 1.37 pm This story is over 25 months old

Absconder – Paul Robson

He has absconded from HMP North Sea Camp

Update 5:45pm 

The search for convicted sex offender Paul Robson, aged 56, continues and we are urging members of the public to call us on 999 with sightings.

Update 1:35pm

We are urgently seeking the help of the public to find Paul Robson, 56, who was reported missing from HMP North Sea Camp this morning.

Robson, a convicted sex offender, is serving a life sentence for attempted rape and indecent assault.

Detective Chief Superintendent Andy Cox said: “We are urgently seeking the help of the public to find Paul Robson, who absconded from HMP North Sea Camp this morning. This man is a convicted rapist, serving a life sentence and is extremely dangerous. I believe he poses a real risk of causing significant harm to members of the community.

“Whilst he absconded from a prison in Lincolnshire, by now he may by anywhere in the country and as such I encourage communities around the country to be mindful of this appeal. Since reports of his escape came to light, we have deployed additional resources to apprehend Robson.

“If you have any information as to his current whereabouts, please get in contact. If you do find him, please do not approach him, or try to apprehend him yourself, but instead call us on 999. Thank you.”

Original release

We are appealing for help to find Paul Robson, aged 56, who is wanted for absconding from HMP North Sea Camp in Boston.

Robson was reported missing from the prison shortly before 7am today.

He is believed to be in the Boston area.

If you have seen him or know his whereabouts, please don’t approach him and contact us.

Reference: Incident 75 of 13 February