ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — Update 9:21 a.m.: The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office has announced that all juvenile inmates who escaped from the Deep Creek Academy have been located and taken into custody. All four will be taken to the St. Johns County Jail.
The St. Johns County Fire Rescue treated one of the suspects after an encounter with a K9. The SJSO Major Crimes Unit detectives are currently investigating the escape. This is an ongoing investigation.
ESCAPED INMATES UPDATE: All juvenile inmates who escaped from the Deep Creek Academy in Hastings are now IN CUSTODY. All (4) will be transported to the St. Johns County Jail. (1) K9 engagement occurred, subject was treated by Fire Rescue. SJSO Major Crimes Unit detectives are… pic.twitter.com/nZNHHfIL8f
— St. Johns County Sheriff's Office (@TeamSJSO) October 14, 2024
Original: The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO) is actively searching for four juvenile felony offenders who escaped from Deep Creek Academy on East St. Johns Avenue.
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The escape reportedly occurred Monday morning, prompting a massive response from law enforcement.
The juveniles were last seen wearing green sweatshirts and dark shorts or pants, their inmate uniforms. Local residents are urged to exercise caution and review any exterior surveillance cameras for potential sightings of the escapees.
The area has a significant law enforcement presence, including the SJSO Air Unit, K9 teams, and multiple assisting agencies. Authorities are asking the public to immediately call 911 if they have any information about the whereabouts of the offenders.
Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Action News Jax is working to gather more information. This is an ongoing story, and we will update you when details become available.
ESCAPED PRISONERS: SJSO is searching for (4) juvenile felony offenders who escaped from Deep Creek Academy on E. St. Johns Ave in Hastings. If you live in the area please use caution and review your exterior surveillance cams. The juveniles were last seen wearing their inmate… pic.twitter.com/BowpDVR7ro
— St. Johns County Sheriff's Office (@TeamSJSO) October 14, 2024
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