LancsLive.Over the past decade he has been released four times but recalled on each occasion after breaking rules and going on drink and drug binges.A Prison Service spokesperson said: "The prison and police are working together urgently to recapture the offender."While absconds have halved since 2010, the deputy prime minister has introduced greater scrutiny of Parole Board recommendations on open prison moves."Those who abscond face tough consequences, including being returned to closed prison conditions and serving additional time behind bars."The last time he was moved to an open prison he went on the run, but was caught after five days as a fugitive.A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Darren Pilkington, aged 39, was last seen at HMP Kirkham on 25 May 2022.
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