Manhunt Underway: Inmate Escapes Custody at Grady Memorial Hospital

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Manhunt Underway: Inmate Escapes Custody at Grady Memorial Hospital

An inmate named Timothy Shane escaped from Grady Memorial Hospital in Rockdale County, Georgia, after being taken there for a medical evaluation following a suicide attempt. Shane fled the hospital while in a deputy's custody and stole an SUV parked nearby. He later crashed the vehicle and escaped on foot, taking a Glock handgun from the car. Shane is described as a white male, 5-feet-9 inches tall, with a buzz-style haircut, wearing a blue hospital gown and no shoes. He has a history of fleeing and prior felony drug and weapons charges, making him armed and dangerous. Law enforcement agencies are conducting a search for him, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Rockdale County Sheriff's Office or call 911.