Eden Lomax: Convicted murderer remains on run from police

Eden Lomax was convicted of murder and jailed in 2013

A convicted murderer who killed a man with one punch remains on the run from police nearly two months on after officers launched a search.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed they were still looking for Eden Lomax following an appeal on 9 February.

The 27-year-old is wanted in relation to criminal damage and a serious assault.

Lomax was aged 17 when he was jailed in 2013 for murdering Simon Mitchell, 43, with a punch to the face.

Police said he is wanted on recall back to prison.

Mr Mitchell had been trying to diffuse tensions between Lomax and his friends on a night out in Victoria Square, Manchester.

An agitated Lomax then threatened to punch him if "he didn't go away", Manchester Crown Court heard.

He struck after Mr Mitchell offered his hand in friendship several times.

The blow fractured Mr Mitchell's jaw and he fell backwards, hitting his head on the pavement.

After Lomax was convicted Det Ch Insp Pete Jackson said: "Simon lost his life at the hands of a young thug, who was driven by aggression and pent-up violence."

Police said Lomax has connections to the Bolton and Salford areas, and is originally from the Rumworth area of Bolton.

Anyone who has seen him is urged to contact the force or Crimestoppers.

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