A prisoner who failed to return from a period of home leave has been found.

Paul Stewart was reported missing from HMP Castle Huntly near Dundee at 2pm on Monday.

The 44-year-old absconded after some time on home leave.

Paul Stewart, who was found after absconding from HMP Castle Huntly in Dundee (Police Scotland/PA)
Paul Stewart, who was found after absconding from HMP Castle Huntly in Dundee (Police Scotland/PA)

Police said early on Tuesday morning that he had been found safe and well.

Officers had advised members of the public not to approach the 44-year-old if they saw him.