Christmas escape! Authorities recapture murderer who escaped from Mississippi prison

Escape of Convicted Murderer Drew Johnson Triggers Alarm.

How Did He Escape and Where Was He Found?

The Capture and His History of Violent Crimes.

Authorities in Mississippi confirmed the capture of Drew Johnson, a 33-year-old convicted murderer.

He escaped from the South Mississippi Correctional Institution (SMCI) on Tuesday afternoon.

The prison is located near the city of Leakesville, and his escape triggered an intense manhunt that ended on Wednesday with his recapture in a nearby area to the SMCI.

The Mississippi Department of Corrections warned the public about Johnson’s high level of danger.

DREW JOHNSON RECAPTURED

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In a statement issued by the George County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook, the public was urged to take precautions:

«He will be desperate and very dangerous. Call your family and let them know. Send them messages and get responses.»

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«People tend to be more generous during Christmas and lower their guard. Be alert and stay safe.»

Johnson was convicted in February 2022 in Rankin County, Mississippi, for homicide/murder and sentenced to life in prison.

Drew Johnson Has a History of Violent Crimes

His escape put nearby communities on high alert, especially during the Christmas holidays.

Johnson’s criminal history is extensive and alarming.

According to the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office in Tennessee, before his trial in Mississippi, he pleaded guilty to several crimes in Tennessee.

These included the 2016 stabbing murder of a man whose body was found in Memphis.

The Capture: A Relief for Authorities

Authorities in Mississippi are searching for a prison escapee police have described as «desperate» and «very very dangerous.» https://t.co/Hp1SaPQ51f

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Additionally, Drew Johnson was responsible for the attempted murder of a fellow inmate while incarcerated at the Shelby County Jail.

These prior crimes highlight Johnson’s danger and the level of threat he posed during his brief time on the run.

The quick response from law enforcement allowed for his capture before he could commit further crimes.

However, the escape raises questions about the security measures at SMCI and how easily Johnson managed to escape, CBS News reported.

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