Police have launched a manhunt this morning after a prisoner freed himself from security at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
Lee Hipson escaped at around 12.20am last night after being taken to the hospital for treatment.
The 24-year-old is described as being around 6ft 1in, of a slim build, dark blond shaved hair, unshaven and has blue eyes.
Hipson is believed to be wearing a black Nike jumper, black/grey/white Nike t-shirt, black Nike jogging bottoms and black/grey Nike trainers.
Police Scotland have urged people not to approach Hipson and to call them on 101 if they spot him.
UPDATE: Hipson has now been detained by police.
The 24-year-old was traced in the Newtonhill area this afternoon.
It is expected he will appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday.
Local Area Commander Chief Inspector Kevin Wallace said: “I would like to thank the members of the public who assisted officers with this enquiry and for sharing our appeal.”