Manhunt underway after dangerous murderer escapes custody in California.

Near 10th Avenue and Kensington Street, a 34-year-old man named Caesar Hernandez leaped from a transport van while being taken to the courthouse.

Manhunt underway after dangerous murderer escapes custody in California.
Manhunt underway after dangerous murderer escapes custody in California.

On Monday, a murderer who was being held in CDCR custody escaped.

Near 10th Avenue and Kensington Street, Caesar Hernandez, 34, leaped from the transport van while being taken to the courthouse.

CDCR announced that he was given a sentence of 25 years to life with the possibility of parole for first-degree murder, a second-strike offense.

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Caesar Hernandez, 34, was being transported to the courthouse near 10th Avenue and Kensington Street when he jumped from the transport van. (California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation)

CDCR reports that the Delano Police Department is collaborating with other law enforcement agencies in the search for Hernandez.

The corrections department describes the individual as being 5 feet, 5 inches tall and weighing approximately 161 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. They were last seen wearing an orange jumpsuit with white thermals.

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A dangerous criminal in custody for murder escaped from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s (CDCR) custody on Monday. (iStock)

Anyone with information about Hernandez, who is considered dangerous, should contact local law enforcement immediately by calling 9-1-1 or contacting Lt. Anthony Sotello, the Incident Commander, at (661) 721-6300 extension 5506.

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A dangerous criminal in custody for murder escaped from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s (CDCR) custody on Monday. (iStock)

Officials stated that community safety is ensured due to your diligence, and updates will be given as more information emerges.

Since 1977, 99% of all offenders who have escaped from an adult institution, camp, or community-based program without permission have been caught.

by Christina Shaw

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