On-the-run James Boyle arrested in Glasgow

By The Newsroom
Published 22nd Feb 2017, 10:48 BST
Updated 1st Mar 2017, 09:44 BST
James John Boyle failed to return to the open prison in Longforgan, near Dundee on 9 February. Picture: HandoutJames John Boyle failed to return to the open prison in Longforgan, near Dundee on 9 February. Picture: Handout
James John Boyle failed to return to the open prison in Longforgan, near Dundee on 9 February. Picture: Handout
A man who absconded from an open prison has been arrested by police.

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James John Boyle, 24, was reported missing on February 8 after failing to return to HMP Castle Huntly near Dundee following a period of home leave.

The prisoner, who the public were warned not to approach, was arrested in the Glasgow area on Tuesday, police said.

Boyle will appear in court in due course.

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