HENRICO COUNTY, Va. -- A suspect is back in custody after he escaped police in Henrico's West End on Wednesday evening, police say.
On Wednesday, Henrico Police searched for 25-year-old Dashawn Keon Hunter who was wanted on outstanding warrants from both Caroline County and Henrico County.
Upon arrival to the jail, around 5:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Hunter escaped police custody outside the Henrico County Sheriff's Office. Just after 8:20 p.m., he was found along Shrader Road near Uxbridge Court and was taken into custody.
Henrico Police brought Hunter to the Henrico County Jail where police will serve the following warrants.
- Use of a firearm while in the commission of felony x 2
- Breaking & entering at night to commit a felony while armed
- Possession of a firearm
- Use of a firearm in the commission of a felony
- Misdemeanor hit and run
Hunter may also face additional charges.
“We appreciate the communities support and understanding while there was a heavy police presence in area neighborhoods and around our schools, during this search. Officers worked diligently with multiple resources to take this offender into custody in a timely, safe manner. Our priority is to ensure that our Henrico Community and schools remain a safe place,” says Lt. Matt Pecka.
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