PSNI ask convicted killer to hand himself in after 18 months on the run

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Police are seeking help in finding convicted murderer Thomas McCabe. 

The 55 year old has been unlawfully at large for almost 18 months. 

He was released from prison on licence but following a number of breaches it was revoked in January 2018. 

The PSNI say he has connections in Newry, Newtownabbey & Dublin.

Detective Constable William Arnott said: “McCabe, who was sentenced to life for murder, was released from prison on licence, however following a number of breaches his licence was revoked in January 2018. 

“He is described as around 5' 8" tall, of medium build with short grey coloured hair. We believe he has connections to Newry, Newtownabbey , and Dublin.

"I would appeal to anyone who has seen Thomas McCabe, or who knows of his whereabouts to contact us on 101.

“I would also appeal directly to him directly to hand himself in.”

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