Louisiana Teen Charged with Attempted Murder Escapes Custody
A daring escape from custody has authorities in Louisiana on high alert as a teenager charged with attempted murder managed to flee from the Office of Juvenile Justice. Kimmy Dauntain Jr., a 17-year-old facing multiple charges including attempted first-degree murder and illegal possession of a handgun, escaped while being escorted to a funeral on Friday afternoon. However, his freedom was short-lived as he was quickly turned in to law enforcement by his own parents.
Kimmy Dauntain Jr., 17, was returned to law enforcement by his parents after his brief escape from custody. (St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office)
A Series of Daring Escapes
This incident comes on the heels of several recent jailbreaks, where inmates have managed to temporarily evade capture. In Arkansas, two prisoners, Noah Roush and Jatonia Bryant, made a daring escape from the Dub Brassell Adult Detention Center in Pine Bluff. The inmates created a hole in the shower area ceiling, then proceeded to break through the roof of the facility, ultimately making their escape. Roush, who was being held for residential burglary and theft of property, is also a suspect in a homicide. Bryant, on the other hand, was detained for capital murder and was apprehended just days after the escape.
Shane Pyror was seen on surveillance video inside a grocery store around Godfrey Avenue and Mascher Street at 1:30 p.m., less than two hours after he escaped. (U.S. Marshals Service)
A High-Stakes Manhunt
Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, a 17-year-old murder suspect named Shane Pryor managed to evade authorities for five days before being captured by U.S. Marshals. Pryor’s escape took place when he was uncuffed and accompanied by two prison staff members, who were transporting him to the Emergency Room parking lot at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He made his daring escape around noon on January 24. However, after an intense manhunt, Pryor was apprehended and taken back into custody.
If you find yourself in a dangerous situation, it’s important to remember that law enforcement is diligently working to keep communities safe. It is crucial to report any suspicious activity or information that could assist in the capture of these fugitives.
Stay informed and stay safe!
