Teenage Murder Suspect in Philadelphia Captured by US Marshals
Shane Pryor Arrested After Daring Escape from Philadelphia Hospital
January 28, 2024
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Philadelphia, PA – In a dramatic turn of events, Shane Pryor, a teenage murder suspect who had escaped from a hospital just days ago, was captured by the U.S. Marshals Service on Sunday. Pryor, who was in custody for a 2020 fatal shooting, had managed to evade authorities for several days before finally being apprehended, according to Philadelphia Police Department officials. The suspect was taken into custody “without incident” and is now being transferred to the Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit for further questioning.
Escape and Apprehension
Pryor’s escape occurred on Wednesday, when he managed to break free from the Juvenile Justice Services Center staff at a hospital after being transported there for an apparent hand injury. The incident took place in the emergency room parking lot of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. “He was able to escape from staff and run from this area on foot,” stated Deputy Commissioner of Investigations Frank Vanore.
Background and Allegations
Pryor, who was only 14 years old at the time, was being held on murder charges for the October 2020 shooting of Tanya Harris in Philadelphia’s Holmesburg neighborhood. The courts had recently made the decision to try Pryor as an adult. While in custody, Pryor claimed to police that he had solicited the victim for sex but was not responsible for the shooting.
Accomplice Arrested
In a significant development, the alleged accomplice of Pryor, 18-year-old Michael Diggs, was apprehended by police on Friday. Diggs, believed to be Pryor’s getaway driver, now faces multiple felony charges in connection to the escape. According to surveillance footage, Pryor had entered a building at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where he unsuccessfully attempted to borrow a cellphone from an employee. Pryor then managed to use a civilian’s phone and contacted Diggs, who arrived at the scene and picked up Pryor in a cream-colored Ford Fusion. Both suspects have been taken into custody following extensive police efforts.
Conclusion
The capture of Shane Pryor brings an end to a tense manhunt that gripped Philadelphia over the past few days. The Philadelphia Police Department and U.S. Marshals Service have been commended for their tireless efforts in ensuring the apprehension of Pryor and the alleged accomplice, Michael Diggs. As the investigation moves forward, authorities will thoroughly examine the circumstances surrounding the escape and take appropriate legal action.
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Sources: ABC News
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