Police: 'Extremely Dangerous' Escaped Inmate Seen At Sheetz, Westmoreland Mall
GREENSBURG (KDKA) - An escaped inmate from Ohio was seen at a Sheetz on Route 22 in New Alexandria around 7:15 a.m. before the search began at Westmoreland Mall.
*Update Christopher Clemente
He was observed @ the Westmoreland Mall at 11. The mall has been searched and cleared. We have no reason the believe he is in that area. He was also observed at the Sheetz @ Rte 22/981 @ 0715. See photos. Operating a 2019 grey charger OH plate HVP8419 pic.twitter.com/E4hQZTTF9F— Troop A Public Information Officers (@PSPTroopAPIO) September 29, 2019
He is believed to be driving a grey, 2019 Dodge Charger with Ohio plates, "HVP8419."
Christopher Clemente was believed to be in the area of the Westmoreland County Mall.
The mall was evacuated after police believed an "extremely dangerous" inmate was in the area.
Shoppers and workers were forced from the mall on Sunday, but it was ultimately searched and determined to be clear. The mall reopened shortly afterward.
We have reason to believe the below pictured in mate escapee Christopher Clemente is in the area of the Westmoreland Mall. If seen please contact 911. Keep doors locked and make sure not to leave keys in vehicles. See attached news release from Gallia County pic.twitter.com/DfWwPyrXf1
— Troop A Public Information Officers (@PSPTroopAPIO) September 29, 2019
Clemente is one of four men that overpowered two female corrections officers, the Gallia County Sheriff says, and escaped from an Ohio jail.
The Gallia County Sheriff says all the inmates should be considered extremely dangerous.
Clemente is described as a 24-year-old who is about 6 feet and one inch tall, weighing approximately 165 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel eyes.
Brynn Martin, Troy McDaniel Jr., and Lawrence Lee III are among the other escaped inmates.
The Gallia County Sheriff says the inmates had help from at least one person on the inside.
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