Hamilton Police have successfully apprehended a woman who had allegedly escaped from their custody earlier this week.
According to authorities, the woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was arrested on Monday for an undisclosed offense. However, she managed to escape from police custody while being transported to a detention facility.
After an extensive search, the woman was located and arrested on Thursday evening. She is now facing additional charges for escaping lawful custody.
The Hamilton Police Service has not provided any further details about the incident, including how the woman managed to escape or where she was found.
This is not the first time a prisoner has escaped from police custody in Hamilton. In 2019, a man escaped from a police cruiser while being transported to a detention center. He was later apprehended and charged with escaping lawful custody.
The Hamilton Police Service has assured the public that they take all necessary precautions to ensure the safety and security of prisoners while in their custody. They are also conducting a thorough investigation into this recent incident to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
The woman is currently in police custody and is expected to appear in court for her initial hearing. The Hamilton Police Service has not released any further information about her charges or court date.
This is a developing story and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
