Inmate Escape and Rescue in Hawaii

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Inmate escapes from Hawaii jail, gets hit by a vehicle moments later. Recovery team lifts rental Jeep up a cliff after driver accidentally drives over the edge.

Key Points

  • Inmate Matthew J. Ornellas Jr. escapes from Kauai Community Correctional Center
  • Escaped inmate struck by a vehicle moments later
  • Recovery team lifts rental Jeep up a cliff in Hawaii after driver accidentally drives over the edge

Pros

  • Inmate rescued from water after driving off cliff
  • Community comes together to help in rescue efforts

Cons

  • Inmate seriously injured in hit-and-run incident
  • Driver of the vehicle fled the scene