A fugitive who recently escaped from a prison in Pennsylvania is not being viewed as a folk hero or a modern-day Robin Hood, according to retired U.S. Marshal Art Roderick. Roderick, who has extensive experience in law enforcement and the apprehension of fugitives, believes that the escapee, Danelo Cavalcante, will eventually be caught despite evading capture for nearly two weeks.
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Roderick, a retired U.S. Marshal, believes that the escaped inmate from Pennsylvania will be captured despite the challenges involved. He dismisses the notion that the fugitive will be seen as a folk hero or embraced by locals.
Roderick acknowledges the challenges involved in tracking down Cavalcante, especially given the ever-changing perimeters based on reported sightings and possible destinations. However, he remains confident that law enforcement will apprehend him; it’s just a matter of time.
The recent development of Cavalcante obtaining a rifle from a home in a small Pennsylvania town adds to the concern surrounding his escape. He is now considered armed and dangerous, increasing the urgency in capturing him.
While acknowledging the seriousness of the situation, Roderick believes that Cavalcante is more likely attempting to flee the country rather than causing harm to anyone. Roderick also dismisses the idea that locals would embrace Cavalcante’s story in a similar fashion to infamous American antiheroes such as D.B. Cooper. He emphasizes that people in the area are well aware that Cavalcante is a convicted murderer and will not support him.
Cavalcante’s escape from Chester County Prison, characterized by his brazen crab-walking maneuver, has drawn significant attention due to its audacity.
