An inmate in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) briefly escaped custody this morning after reportedly breaking away and running from officers. The female inmate, who was charged with armed robbery, was quickly apprehended in the area of 22nd Avenue and Front Street near Castle.
Meridian Police Department officers responded and successfully located the inmate. Senior Patrol Officer Haddox took the female back into custody.
The Meridian Police Department then returned the inmate to MDOC custody. Pafford EMS was also called to evaluate the inmate as a precautionary measure.
Thanks to the quick response of MPD officers, the inmate was safely apprehended and returned to MDOC custody.