Authorities are looking for an inmate who failed to return from a work release assignment.

According to a press release, 26-year-old Andrew Buchanan failed to report back to the Marshalltown Residential Facility Wednesday night. Iowa Department of Corrections officials said Buchanan is now considered an escapee.

Buchanan is described as a black man. He's about 5'9" and weighs around 156 pounds.

Court records show that Buchanan was convicted of second-degree robbery in Polk County. He was admitted to the work release facility on Monday (Feb. 17, 2020).

Anyone with information on Buchanan's whereabouts should contact local police.

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