A PRISONER escaped from custody while receiving medical care at Princess Margaret Hospital - but is now back in custody.
The Bahamas Department of Correctional Services reported that Cyril Saltau had escaped from the hospital on Sunday, at about 6.03am, while under the supervision of correctional officers.
Saltau had been sentenced on February 25 this year to imprisonment over charges of overstaying and attempting to escape lawful custody. He had been sentenced to a fine of $2,500 or six months jail on the overstaying charge, and six months jail for the second charge.
He also had a remand warrant on two counts of armed robbery.
Officers said a search team of corrections officers was sent out, leading to Saltau’s capture at his last known residence. He has been returned to custody.
An investigation has been launched into the escape, and the matter has been referred to the police for further action.
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