Prisoner escapes from Fort Frances

The OPP in Fort Frances say they are searching for a prisoner who escaped their custody early this morning.

Police say 25 year old Matthew Bradley Meyers of Emo fled this morning shortlyafter 7:00.

He is described as a white male, 5 feet, 8 inches tall, 150 pounds with a brown brushcut, blue eyes, medium build and unshaven.

He was last seen wearing a green camouflage t-shirt, grey sweat pants, white socks and no shoes.

The OPP says you should not approach the escapee if you see him, and contact them immediately by dialling 9-1-1.