Police are searching for a man who escaped custody two days ago after being granted compassionate leave.

Police were notified by Corrections on July 5 that 33-year-old David James Horsfall failed to return to custody after being granted compassionate leave, a spokesperson said.

Police would not confirm his last known location but said enquiries have been underway to locate him, and he remains on the run.

“A warrant to arrest has now been issued,” a spokesperson said.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is advised to contact police via 105, referencing job number P055228942.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.