A prisoner remains at large after escaping from custody in Dublin.

Keith Macken, who's from Cabra, was brought to Tallaght Hospital for treatment, where he fled from prison officers at around 6am.

He's currently on remand and awaiting sentencing for assault causing harm.

Gardaí have been made aware of his escape and are assisting in the search.

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