PHILADELPHIA, PA — A city-wide manhunt is underway for Gino Hagenkotter, a 34-year-old inmate who escaped from the Riverside Correctional Facility on November 30. The Philadelphia Police Department, along with local law enforcement partners, are actively searching for Hagenkotter, who remains at large.
Hagenkotter was serving a sentence for theft and burglary charges at the time of his escape. He was working on an outside detail assignment in the orchard behind the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Facility (PICC) when he managed to evade custody shortly before noon.
Despite being classified as a minimum custody inmate, authorities have cautioned the public against approaching Hagenkotter due to potential risks. Anyone who spots him or comes into contact with him is urged to call the police immediately.
In the wake of the incident, all Philadelphia prison facilities were locked down by 12:20 p.m., and visits to these facilities have been temporarily discontinued as a safety precaution. While Hagenkotter’s escape has raised concerns about security measures, it’s worth noting that he met the criteria for an outside work assignment due to his nonviolent offense history.
The U.S. Marshals have joined the search for Hagenkotter, intensifying efforts to recapture the escaped prisoner. The ongoing investigation is closely monitoring the PICC perimeter and surrounding areas.
Hagenkotter’s escape marks the third day of an active manhunt. His escape has drawn national attention and prompted discussions about security protocols in correctional facilities.
Meanwhile, Philadelphia residents are being asked to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. As the search continues, the primary goal of law enforcement is to ensure the safety of the community while working tirelessly to bring Hagenkotter back into custody.
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