Escaped Convist Stil At Large. An Aerial view of Parkhurst. Prison, Isle of Wight, out of which, George Jackson Escaped nine days ago. Paratroopers and police continued the search for the escaped convict George Jackson, today June 26. Jackson, who was serving a five year sentence, for Housebreaking, broke out of Parkhurst Prison, Nine Days ago. Since then he has entered a number of houses, stealing food and clothing. During his nine days of liberty he has narrowly escaped being recaptured many times. July 9, 1946. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).