A former Hollywood actor who was released from prison before being rearrested the following day is now wanted by police.

Jason Hoganson, who had a starring role in the 1987 film Empire State, was released from Durham Prison on September 10.

The following day, the 53-year-old was arrested in Newcastle’s West End on suspicion of two counts of breaching a restraining order and one count of assault.

After appearing at North Tyneside Magistrates’ Court on September 12 and pleading not guilty to the charges, Hoganson was released on bail.

Northumbria Police said Hoganson was wanted for recall to prison for breaching his license conditions and was “actively avoiding” arrest.

The force said he could be anywhere in Tyneside or County Durham.

Anyone who saw Hoganson should not approach him and contact police immediately, it added.

Hoganson was released after serving half of an 18-month prison sentence at HMP Durham earlier this month.

The Justice Department has been contacted for comment.