HC Deb 14 August 1913 vol 56 c2656
74. Mr. ARNOLD WARD

asked the Home Secretary whether his attention has been called to the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Johnson, a prisoner released from prison on a seven days' licence, at Heworth Green, on Friday, 1st August; and whether he will cause inquiry to be made with a view to the rearrest of Johnson and the prosecution of any persons who aided and abetted his flight?

Mr. McKENNA

Yes, Sir, and the case is having the close attention of the police.