Cameroon Prison Break: 17 years old murder suspect escapes from New Bell "maximum" Prison in Douala
A 17-year-old murder suspect has from the New Bell prison in Doula. the economic capital of Cameroon.The suspect is believed to have used a cutter to escape the Douala on Sunday, November 13. 2016.
The suspect had been in detention since July 13,2016. According to reports from press outlets in Douala, Pierre Y. age 17, is charged with co-firing with firearms in the case of the assassination of a Chinese national in Douala Cameroon.
The young inmate who is accused of being a member of the gang who murdered the Chinese businessman in Douala used a ramp on the newly built staircase to get to the roof of the prison complex.Warning shots from gaurds on duty failed to curb the young prisoner's escape.Police and prison officials in Douala are calling on the general public to come up with information that will lead to his re-arrest.
Any members of the public who see Pierre Y are being urged not to approach him but instead contact any nearest Police or Gendarme station.
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