Police Urge Public Help to Find Violent Suspect Who Escaped Care Facility Metropolitan Police are seeking help to locate Balasankar Narayanan, 46, after he fled from a care home in Ilford during an escorted leave, with a history of violent behaviour and previous absences from care facilities across London. The public is urged to report any sighting with reference CAD 4956/3Sep. An urgent appeal has been issued by the Metropolitan Police after Balasankar Narayanan, a 46‑year‑old man with a history of violent behaviour, fled from a care facility in Ilford, east London, during an escorted leave. The incident occurred on Thursday, 3 September, when Narayanan ran away from staff at South Park at approximately 14:00 hours. Officers describe him as having a shaved head and wearing a light green t‑shirt, grey and black shorts, black socks with red stripes, and grey shoes-a distinctive outfit that may aid witnesses in identifying him. Police are actively seeking any information that could help locate the suspect, stressing that there is an urgent need for public assistance.Narayanan's past is troubling. In August 2024, he absconded from a care facility while on a walk with staff, prompting a separate police appeal. That escape was reportedly from an unspecified location, but experts note it could be the same facility in Ilford. Earlier, in January 2025, Narayanan vanished again from east London, raising concerns for his safety and the safety of others.The Metropolitan Police have warned that Narayanan poses a risk to women and that he is a potentially violent individual. His absences have led to repeated police missions to locate him, with the last incident raising alarms about his protective status. The police are looking for any lead that could narrow his movements across London. Previous reports have linked Narayanan to various parts of the city, including Newham, Greenford, Hammersmith, Highgate, and Ilford, as well as the West Midlands.He has also been found in Essex and Manchester in the past. The Metropolitan Police have urged anyone who may have seen him in the aftermath of the escape to contact emergency services immediately, citing case number CAD 4956/3Sep. They emphasize that any sighting could provide crucial information for ensuring the safety of the public and for bringing Narayanan back into custody. Police officers are on high alert, investigating whether Narayanan may have retreated to the suburbs or neighboring counties.The need for swift and accurate reporting is paramount, as individuals within the community play a key role in monitoring and reporting suspicious activity. Authorities have highlighted the importance of security and vigilance, especially given Narayanan's history of violence and his capability to flee from care environments. The public is encouraged to remain alert and to forward any information without delay.The situation remains under continuous review, with police assured that they will continue to compile any evidence leading to his capture. The Metropolitan Police remain committed to resolving this matter swiftly and safeguarding the community from potential future incidents. As of now, no further details regarding Narayanan's whereabouts are available. The police request that if anyone has any information-no matter how trivial it may seem-contact the Metropolitan Police immediately.The public is requested to call 999 and provide the case reference CAD 4956/3Sep when reporting. The urgency of locating Narayanan has never been higher, as his recent absences have flagged both his own plight and a broader concern for public safety. The community is therefore essential in the investigation, with every report bringing the police a step closer to bringing Narayanan to justice and preventing any potential harm that could arise should he remain at large