
Incarceration
Jailbreaks in Pennsylvania are not as common as recent events imply
A Spotlight PA analysis of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections data reveals jailbreaks aren’t as common as recent high-profile examples imply.
1 week ago
Escaped Missouri inmate on the run since June captured in Chester County, Pa.
An "armed and dangerous" inmate who escaped a jail in Barry County, Missouri earlier this summer was arrested on Thursday in Avondale, Pennsylvania.
2 weeks ago
Chester County to hold 2 town hall sessions to address prisoner escape, residents’ concerns
The Chester County Commissioners will hold the meetings to offer support, information on counseling, and more details on efforts to increase prison security.
2 weeks ago
After recent escapes, Pa. Republicans plan to introduce bills to improve jail security
Rep. Kathy Rapp plans to introduce a bill that would remove the chance of parole for inmates that try to escape.
3 weeks ago
K-9 named Yoda helped authorities catch escaped murderer in Pennsylvania
Danelo Cavalcante made one last attempt to get away, but Yoda was unleashed to stop him.
3 weeks ago
After catching escaped murderer, officers took a photo with him. Experts say that was inappropriate
Policing experts said the celebratory moment after the grueling 14-day search for the armed suspect was inappropriate and dehumanizing.
3 weeks ago
The timeline of the hunt for escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante
Here's a look at major developments in the massive manhunt.
3 weeks ago
What it takes to search for a fugitive
The manhunt for convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped from a prison near Philadelphia last month, is nearing the two-week mark. So how do authorities find him?
3 weeks ago
Escaped Chester County prisoner stole rifle, fled homeowner’s gunfire; remains at large
Residents in East Nantmeal and South Coventry townships are asked to lock all external doors and windows, secure vehicles, and remain indoors.
3 weeks ago
New images show escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante has changed appearance and fled search area
Meanwhile, schools in Chester County are taking extra precautions to keep students and faculty safe, and Longwood Gardens is set to reopen after initial Cavalcante sightings.
3 weeks ago
Danelo Cavalcante escape: Murder convict spotted twice on Friday within search area, police say
Danelo Cavalcante has been missing since he broke out of the Chester County Prison in Pennsylvania on August 31.
3 weeks ago
Watchtower guard is fired as search for fugitive killer in Pennsylvania focuses on botanical garden
Pennsylvania officials say a prison tower guard has been fired after letting a convicted murderer slip out on his watch in a brazen escape.
4 weeks ago
What we know about the search for escaped Pennsylvania prisoner Danelo Cavalcante
Danelo Cavalcante, a 34-year-old Brazilian man who fatally stabbed his ex-girlfriend, escaped from the Chester County Prison last Thursday, sparking a massive manhunt.
4 weeks ago
Escaped Chester County prisoner possibly spotted again near Longwood Gardens
Law enforcement officials said Danelo Cavalcante was seen near Longwood Gardens, but he continues to evade arrest.
4 weeks ago
4 confirmed sightings of escaped Chester County prisoner; residents urged to stay on alert
Danelo Cavalcante was spotted Saturday on surveillance video on the 1800 block of Lenape Road in Pocopson Township.
4 weeks ago