Convicted Killer Escapes Prison in Pennsylvania
Authorities in Pennsylvania have just revealed chilling surveillance footage of Danelo Cavalcante’s daring escape from Chester County Prison. Cavalcante, convicted of a 2021 murder, made his dramatic getaway on August 31 and is now on the run. His escape has set off a massive manhunt, with authorities hunting him down not only for his prison break but also for a homicide in Brazil.
The Great Escape
In the early hours of August 31, Cavalcante, along with a group of fellow inmates, headed to the prison’s exercise yard at 8:33 a.m. It was here that he executed his audacious breakout. At 8:51 a.m., the security cameras captured Cavalcante crab-walking up a wall, navigating razor wire, sprinting across the roof, scaling yet another fence, and pushing through more razor wire before finally making his exit.
A mere 12 minutes later, at 9:45 a.m., officers noticed his absence. They immediately informed central control, and by 9:50 a.m., the entire prison was locked down, with a call to the 911 center for backup.
The Investigation
The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office is now on the case, investigating every detail of Cavalcante’s escape. Curiously, the tower officer on duty failed to observe his daring getaway.
A Daring Dash to Freedom
Cavalcante’s escape has sent shockwaves through the community, causing local schools, like the Kennett Consolidated School District and Unionville-Chadds Ford School District, to close for a second consecutive day. The manhunt has disrupted daily life, with road closures and a search perimeter affecting staff, families, and students.
Hot on His Trail
Authorities managed to spot Cavalcante on a trail camera at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square on Monday night. He was seen maneuvering through a wooded area, seemingly determined to avoid capture.
Questions Surrounding His Entry into the U.S.
While it remains unclear when Cavalcante entered the United States, immigration officials have confirmed that he was not “inspected or admitted by a U.S. immigration official.”
The Elusive Fugitive
As of now, Cavalcante’s whereabouts remain unknown. Despite multiple sightings, the fugitive remains at large, leaving law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to bring him to justice.
The escape and ongoing manhunt have turned the community upside down, demonstrating the lengths some will go to evade justice. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward as they intensify their efforts to locate and apprehend Danelo Cavalcante.