Man escaped from Zelzate psychiatric centre sought, danger to others

A 45-year-old man escaped on Wednesday from the Sint-Jan-Baptist psychiatric centre in Zelzate. Police warn that he poses a danger to the physical integrity of others.

Man escaped from Zelzate psychiatric centre sought, danger to others

Wanted notice following escape of psychiatric patient in Zelzate

According to DHnet, police issued a wanted notice on Thursday at the request of the East Flanders prosecutor's office (Ghent division) concerning Frederik V., 45, who escaped on Wednesday at 13:30 from the Sint-Jan-Baptist psychiatric centre in Zelzate.

The man poses a danger to the physical integrity of others, police warn. He measures 1m75, is of normal build, has a shaved head and bears a tattoo on his left hand as well as on the upper part of his right arm. At the time of his escape, he was wearing a grey hooded jumper.

Police expressly ask anyone who sights him not to approach him and to contact police services immediately.

Any witness with information can reach investigators via the free number 0800/30.300 or send a message to the address [email protected].

Source: DHnet

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