Manhunt Intensifies for Escaped Mississippi Killer
A risky convicted murderer is on teh loose after escaping from a Mississippi prison, triggering a massive manhunt and prompting urgent warnings from law enforcement.Drew Johnson, 33, broke free from the South Mississippi Correctional Institution in Leakesville on Tuesday, leaving authorities scrambling to recapture him.
The George County Sheriff’s Office issued a stark warning on social media, stating, “He will be desperate and very very dangerous. Call your family and alert them. Send messages to them and get responses. People tend to be more generous during Christmas and let their guard down. Be vigilant and be careful. Please share this.”
Johnson’s criminal history is extensive. He was convicted in February 2022 in Rankin County, Mississippi, receiving a life sentence. However, his crimes extend beyond the Mississippi conviction. A 2022 statement from the Shelby County, Tennessee District Attorney’s Office revealed that while awaiting trial in Mississippi, Johnson pleaded guilty to multiple felonies in Tennessee. These included the 2016 stabbing death of a man in southwest Memphis and the attempted murder of a fellow inmate in the Shelby County Jail.
The escape has heightened concerns across the state, particularly given the holiday season. Law enforcement urges residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately. the escape underscores the ongoing challenges faced by correctional facilities in maintaining security and preventing escapes. The investigation into how Johnson managed to escape is ongoing.
This developing story will be updated as more information becomes available. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding Johnson’s whereabouts to contact the George County Sheriff’s Office immediately.
Delta, 33, was convicted of murder in February 2022 in Rankin County, Mississippi, after which he received a life sentence. [3]
While awaiting trial in Mississippi, Johnson pleaded guilty too multiple felonies in Tennessee including teh 2016 stabbing death of a man in southwest Memphis and the attempted murder of a fellow inmate at the Shelby county Jail. [3]
The George County Sheriff’s Office describes Johnson as a desperate and risky individual who needs to be apprehended. [3]
Johnson escaped from the South Mississippi Correctional Institution on Christmas Eve.
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