Watch Fugitive Murderer Danelo Cavalcante Fatally Shot by Pennsylvania Homeowner After Gun Theft (Full Video)
The convicted killer who managed to escape from a Pennsylvania prison last month reportedly broke into a residence on Monday night and, after stealing a rifle, was shot seven times by the homeowner, according to a report.
Pennsylvania State Police issued a warning that Danelo Cavalcante might now be armed after allegedly absconding with a .22 caliber rifle he took from the house, as reported by Fox 29 Philadelphia.
Cavalcante was spotted in East Nantmeal Township, where the homeowner shot at a person who matched his description, according to Action News. The individual resembling the escaped convict fled the scene, and it remains unclear if he was hit, as no blood was discovered at the site, according to local ABC.
The neighborhood was swarmed by hundreds of police officers, including SWAT teams in armored vehicles, after a helicopter identified the dangerous escapee in South Coventry Township. During the search of the location where he was sighted, investigators found shoes they believe could belong to Cavalcante, according to the local report.
Pennsylvania State Police used a reverse 911 call to instruct residents of South Coventry, West Vincent, and East Nantmeal townships to shelter in place. They warned that the killer might have obtained a weapon and urged residents to secure their homes, cars, and stay indoors during the emergency alert. Authorities advised against approaching the unpredictable criminal and instead encouraged people to call 911 if they spotted him.
According to Action News, Cavalcante, aged 34, might have taken a .22 rifle from the homeowner’s property before being shot.
This 5-foot-tall murderer had escaped from prison on August 31, just a week after receiving a life sentence for the fatal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend. His daring escape involved scaling a wall and running across the prison roof to freedom.
On Sunday, police released new photos of Cavalcante in which he appeared to have altered his appearance by shaving his beard and changing his clothes.