Authorities in South Carolina are on the hunt for a escaped prisoner who was last seen at WalmartThe person, who is described as desperate and dangerous, has been on the run for several days.

A Search by several authorities is underway to arrest Michael C. Burham, the prime suspect in several serious crimes. Lt. Col. George Bivens noted: The fact that he has made contact with people who have a long connection makes me think that he does not have a large support network. This gives an insight into Burham's current state of despair.

Timeline of the escape

The daring escape began with Burham using a method described as “crab walking” to scale walls and evade security measures at Chester County Prison. As described by Howard Holland, Burham's arduous method involved crawling through barbed wire and scaling fences.

Public safety warnings

Sheriff Kristin Graziano emphasized the seriousness of the situation and stated: This guy is dangerous. He is a refugee. He is desperate, he is tired, he is hungry. We have asked the public not to approach him. Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and secure their homes.

Recent sightings and law enforcement efforts

Deputy Chief Davenport explained that officers receive extensive training in various aspects required to track fugitives, including the use of dogs and drones. Such measures are critical, as Burham was observed zigzagging through Chester County, taking advantage of his multilingualism and small stature to evade capture.

The consequences of his escape

The incident has heightened concerns about prison security protocols, particularly given that Burham contacted long-missing acquaintances, expressing his growing desperation, according to Lt. Col. George Bivens.

The search continues

With multiple agencies, from the New York Police Department to Chautauqua County Sheriff's deputies, involved in the manhunt, checkpoints are being set up across state lines. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro commented on his desperate actions during the pursuit, saying: He was desperate and it was only a matter of time.