Police have offered a £1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a murderer who has gone on the run from an open prison.

Officers also want to talk to Paul Flint – who has the word “Paul” tattooed on his hand – in connection with a spate of burglaries in Brighton and Hove.

Flint, 48, walked out of Ford Open Prison near Arundel on July 1.

He has connections with North London and Sussex – people have been warned not to approach him, but to dial 999.

Detective Inspector Dave Richards said: "This reward has been offered to help encourage anyone who may have any information about where Paul Flint is to come forward.

"We would urge anyone who knows of his whereabouts, to make contact with police.

“We think he is likely to commit more offences unless he is arrested so I would urge anyone that sees him to contact us immediately. But please do not approach him – just dial 999. We have recent information that suggests Flint may be in North London."

Flint is black, of stocky build with black greying hair, wears glasses and speaks with an English accent. He has Paul tattooed onto his fingers on his left hand.”