Escape from open prison

AN escaped convict who went on a joyriding rampage in Dublin and injured a mother and child was transferred to an open prison although he had despite having previously absconded from custody.

The 39-year-old man had also been caught with possession of prohibited articles in prison, including a weapon in November 2000.

In spite of his record, the west Dublin man was deemed suitable for transfer to the open prison in Shelton Abbey, Co Dublin, on November 14, 2001.