Breaking News: Police Launch Manhunt for Two Men Released in Error from London Prison
Two men, Brahim Kaddour-Cherif and William Smith, have been mistakenly released from Wandsworth Prison in London. Kaddour-Cherif, a 24-year-old Algerian man facing deportation, was let out on October 29, while Smith, a 35-year-old convicted fraudster, was released on November 3.
The Metropolitan Police are searching for both men, releasing images of them to the public. The error has sparked concerns about the UK's prison release procedures, with Justice Secretary David Lammy facing criticism.
This is the second high-profile case of mistaken prison release in recent weeks, following the release of migrant sex offender Hadush Kebatu from HMP Chelmsford in Essex. Lammy had promised to implement extra checks to prevent similar cases.
The police are urging anyone with information about Kaddour-Cherif and Smith's whereabouts to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and further developments are expected in the coming hours.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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