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22 Oct 2025

Wanted man found hiding in Torquay travel agent office

Officers said the man, wanted on recall to prison, was discovered behind a desk chair after fleeing through the town centre

Wanted man found hiding in Torquay travel agent office

Torquay police have revealed how a wanted man made a dash for freedom by hiding in the Torquay offices of a travel agent.

But the only holiday he booked was a spell back behind bars.

They described the incident on their Facebook page:

“Well today a male wanted on recall to prison decided to try and book his dream getaway.

"Officers from Torquay neighbourhood team located the male and gave chase for a significant distance through the town centre before the male darted into a nearby travel agents.

“Unfortunately the male’s hide and seek skills were questionable and he was found hiding behind a desk chair.

“The male has booked himself a trip back to HMP. “

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