absconded
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Police and the Prison Service have appealed directly to Anderson to hand himself in after he absconded on Monday, while the public have been advised not to approach him.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Anderson was released from Maghaberry Prison on Monday to attend his father's funeral, but absconded from his court-approved chaperone.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
Khalife, who sparked a nationwide manhunt when he absconded from the London prison, was sentenced to 14 years and three months for spying for Iran after a 2024 trial.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
Last year, North Koreans absconded with $1.5 billion from crypto exchange Bybit, the largest crypto heist ever.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 29, 2026
It is with regret that I confirm the report that has come to your ears: The experimental subject has indeed absconded from the property, and, at present, has not been located.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson
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