Inmate Known as the 'Devil in the Ozarks' Attempts Escape
Officials say the inmate known as the 'Devil in the Ozarks' organized a months-long attempt to flee custody using commonplace items, including Sharpie markers and a homemade badge.
Materials Used in the Escape Plan
The Arkansas Department of Corrections, in a statement shared via CNN Newsource, said the materials were among items allegedly assembled and used while the inmate planned the escape. Authorities characterize the effort as deliberate and sustained over several months.
Purpose of the Items
According to officials, the Sharpies and the improvised badge were intended to facilitate impersonation and the alteration of documents or identification, though investigators have not publicly detailed every step of the alleged scheme.
Detection and Response
Prison administrators say the plot was detected during routine security checks and an internal review. The department is cooperating with ongoing inquiries and has said it is reassessing procedures to prevent similar incidents.
Next Steps and Ongoing Investigation
No additional case outcomes or charges were an...