A search is underway for an escaped prisoner charged with carrying out a robbery in Hornsey.

Abdi Ali Noor was on remand at Pentonville in Holloway when he escaped during a visit to Whittington Hospital, in Highgate, on Thursday.

Noor, who is described by police as black, 5ft 4ins tall, with a scar above his left eyebrow, is believed to be in the north London or West Midlands area.

Although not considered dangerous, police have warned people not to aproach him.

Anyone with information should call Islington Police on 8721 7600 or dial 999 in the event of an immediate sighting.