A dangerous fugitive, Daniel Boakye, has vanished from custody, triggering a massive manhunt across London. The 21-year-old escaped while under guard at a west London hospital in the early hours of Tuesday, leaving authorities scrambling to understand how such a breach occurred.
Boakye wasn’t imprisoned for a minor offense. He’s considered extremely dangerous, with established connections to serious gang members, raising fears about the potential for further criminal activity while on the run.
The circumstances surrounding the escape are deeply concerning. Typically, high-risk prisoners like Boakye are double-cuffed – secured to a guard at all times – suggesting a critical error may have been made, potentially involving an officer mistakenly releasing his restraints.
His criminal history reveals a calculated and ruthless pattern. Between June 2021 and January 2022, Boakye and a group of teenagers terrorized London and Essex, engaging in a series of armed robberies.
Wielding knives, they didn’t just steal possessions; they preyed on victims, forcing them to surrender their mobile phones and reveal crucial passcodes. This wasn’t about quick cash; it was a sophisticated operation targeting digital wealth.
The group expertly transferred stolen cryptocurrency into “hot wallets,” amassing a staggering total of over £115,000. They further exploited their victims by using stored bank details for fraudulent purchases, including taxi fares and prepaid cards.
Boakye’s ties to the notorious London gang OFB – Original Farm Boys – based in Tottenham, add another layer of complexity to the investigation. This connection suggests a network of support that could aid in his evasion.
Both the Metropolitan Police and the Prison Service are conducting urgent investigations, determined to recapture Boakye and uncover the full extent of the security lapse that allowed his escape. The priority remains locating him and returning him to custody.
The escape has sent shockwaves through Feltham prison, with staff informed of the situation via email early Tuesday morning. The focus now is on preventing similar incidents and ensuring the safety of the public.
