Murderer and associate who escaped jail spotted on CCTV

Police have launched a manhunt after two men, including a convicted murderer, absconded from HMP Leyhill on New Year's Day and CCTV images were released.

Two men are the subject of a police manhunt after they walked out of the open prison HMP Leyhill on New Year's Day. Avon and Somerset Police released CCTV images identifying Matthew Armstrong, 35, and Daniel Washbourne, 40. Armstrong is reported to have been convicted of a murder in Warwickshire connected to a robbery in the late 2000s. Staff reported the absconding and officers attended the prison later that evening. Key details: - The pair are reported to have left HMP Leyhill between about 5pm and 8pm on New Year's Day. - The men have been named as Matthew Armstrong, 35, and Daniel Washbourne, 40. - The article reports Armstrong was convicted of a murder in Warwickshire during a robbery in the late 2000s. - Prison staff reported the absconding and police attended the prison at about 9.45pm to carry out enquiries. - Avon and Somerset Police say they have released CCTV images and are reviewing reported sightings and further CCTV to build an understanding of the men's movements. Summary: Police have launched enquiries and are reviewing sightings and CCTV footage as part of a manhunt to locate the two men. Undetermined at this time.