Police have traced a man who escaped a mental health facility three weeks ago.

Mohamed Mboob, 36, was last seen around midday on August 25 heading in the direction of Archway station.

He was also wanted in relation to an alleged indecent exposure committed in July, Scotland Yard said.

Police urged the public not to approach him but dial 999 immediately if they saw him.

Mr Mboob has links to the Paddington, Stratford, Brent Cross, Hackney and Bromley areas.

He also uses the alias name Jimmie Toshi.

Det Chf Insp Paul Ridley from Central North BCU is urging the public help locate Mr Mboob.

He said: “My investigation team has been diligently trying to trace Mr Mboob for around two weeks.

“Through detailed enquiries, we have established several sightings of Mr Mboob in the Stratford area however he could be anywhere in London or further afield.

“I am asking for anyone with sightings of Mr Mboob to call 101 without delay and if anyone sees him, especially women, my advice is not to approach him and dial 999 immediately.

“He could be using public transport to travel, and again my advice to the public is not to approach him if seen.

“To aid our enquiries, I am today releasing footage of him wearing distinctive clothing, however he may now have changed his appearance including his hairstyle.

“My key priority is locating Mr Mboob and I would encourage anyone who wishes to provide information anonymously to do so. I can assure you that all information provided will be immediately followed up.”

Anyone with information that could assist in locating Mr Mboob should call police on 101, Tweet @MetCC or call Missing People on 116000, quoting 23MIS028958.

If seen, officers urge the public not to approach him but dial 999 immediately.

Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at the Crimestoppers website.