Police Arrest Escaped Prisoner from Nakuru Level 5 Hospital
NAKURU, Kenya – Police in Nakuru County have arrested a prisoner who escaped from the Nakuru Level 5 Hospital on Monday, June 26, 2023. The prisoner, identified as John Mburu, was undergoing treatment at the hospital when he managed to flee. He was being held on charges of armed robbery and assault. According to Nakuru County Police Commander, Peter Mwaniki, Mburu was handcuffed to his bed when he escaped. “The prisoner is believed to have used a sharp object to cut the handcuffs and then fled through an open window,” said Mwaniki. Police immediately launched a manhunt for Mburu, and he was arrested at a hideout in the Kaptembwo area of Nakuru East sub-county. “We received a tip-off from the public, and we swiftly moved in and arrested the suspect,” Mwaniki added. Mburu was taken back to the Nakuru Level 5 Hospital for further treatment and will later be arraigned in court. The escape from the Nakuru Level 5 Hospital has raised concerns about security at the facility. “We are investigating the circumstances surrounding the prisoner’s escape, and we will take appropriate measures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future,” said Mwaniki. Meanwhile, members of the public have been urged to report any suspicious activities or information that could lead to the apprehension of escaped prisoners. “We appreciate the support of the public in helping us maintain law and order in the county,” Mwaniki said.
Prisoner Escapes from Nakuru Level 5 Hospital, Police Launch Manhunt
Nakuru, Kenya – [Date] – A prisoner has escaped from the Nakuru Level 5 Hospital, sparking a manhunt by the authorities. According to police reports, the prisoner, identified as [Prisoner’s Name], escaped on [Date] while being escorted to the hospital for medical treatment. He was reportedly handcuffed at the time of his escape. The prisoner is currently serving a [Sentence] for [Crime] at the Nakuru Maximum Security Prison. He is described as being [Physical Characteristics] and has [Distinctive Features]. Police have launched a massive manhunt for the escaped prisoner and have deployed officers to various locations, including the prison, the hospital, and surrounding areas. The public has been urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station. “We are asking for the public’s cooperation in apprehending the escaped prisoner. If you see him, do not approach him and immediately call the police,” said Nakuru County Police Commander [Police Commander’s Name]. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape is ongoing.
