UPDATE: As of 10:15 p.m. on March 7, Michael Fort is in custody.
He was captured in the North gate area of Morgantown, according to Sheriff Patten.
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The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for 21-year-old Micheal Fort, a 21-year-old inmate who escaped from the Adams County Jail while serving as a trustee.
The Sheriff released a current photo of the escapee. HE is believed to be in the Morgantown area.
According to Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten, Fort had been incarcerated on burglary charges before his escape.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding Fort’s whereabouts to come forward immediately.
If seen, the public is asked to call 911 or contact the Adams County Sheriff’s Office at 601-442-2752 or 1-888-442-5001 for Crime Stoppers.
Michael Fort has brown eyes, black hair, is 6’2″, and weighs 200 pounds.
The community is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any possible sightings.
