Footage has emerged showing the dramatic moment a convicted sex offender, who was mistakenly released from a London prison, was taken back into custody by police.
Prison Error Sparks Manhunt
Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, a 24-year-old from Algeria, was accidentally freed from HMP Wandsworth in south London on 29 October. The Metropolitan Police immediately launched a manhunt for the individual, who also has previous convictions for theft.
Re-arrest in North London
Sky News captured the video of the moment the search concluded successfully. The footage shows Kaddour-Cherif being apprehended by Metropolitan Police officers in the Islington area of London, ensuring he is no longer a potential risk to the public after his erroneous release.
System Under Scrutiny
This incident has raised serious questions about prison procedures and public safety. The fact that a convicted sex offender could be released by mistake from a major facility like HMP Wandsworth has prompted concerns. Authorities have confirmed that the individual is now back in custody while an investigation into the administrative failure is undoubtedly underway.
