Police in southwest England are searching for a man named Morgan Freeman, but it’s not the world-famous actor. Authorities say the 27-year-old fugitive is wanted for violating prison release conditions in Somerset.
According to the Somerset County Gazette, the local Avon and Somerset Police issued an alert asking the public for help locating the man after he allegedly failed to comply with license conditions following his release.
Wanted by Police
Freeman is described as white, 5 feet 4 inches tall, with light brown hair. Police said he is wanted on recall to prison and may still be in the Somerset area. Officers urged anyone who spots him to avoid approaching and instead call emergency services immediately.
“He is wanted on recall to prison after failing to comply with license conditions,” authorities told the Somerset County Gazette.
The name quickly drew attention online due to its similarity to the Oscar-winning American actor Morgan Freeman, best known for his roles in The Shawshank Redemption, Se7en, and Driving Miss Daisy.
Internet Reaction and Humor
Social media users couldn’t help but make light of the coincidence. Many referenced Freeman’s Shawshank Redemption co-star, joking that perhaps “he’s on the beach with Andy Dufresne” — a nod to the film’s famous ending where two prisoners reunite in Mexico after escaping incarceration.
While the real-life Morgan Freeman is known for his calm, authoritative voice, police in Somerset are dealing with a very different kind of drama involving the fugitive who shares his name.
Public Appeal
Authorities have not released details about the offenses that led to the man’s initial conviction but said they are actively tracking leads.
Police encouraged residents to report sightings or information about Morgan Freeman’s whereabouts through their non-emergency line at 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
“We appreciate the public’s help as we continue efforts to locate this individual,” an Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said.
The real Morgan Freeman, meanwhile, remains entirely uninvolved — except, perhaps, as an unintentional punchline in one of the year’s more unusual police bulletins.
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