The manhunt is over. Jimmy Wombles, the 61-year-old inmate who escaped from a lockdown medical facility in Scioto County during the early hours of July 31, has been captured without incident, authorities confirmed today.
👉 Who Is Jimmy Wombles?
- Age: 61
- Charges:
- Rape
- Possession of Firearms Under Disability
- Possession of Controlled Substances
- Escape
👉 The Escape:
- Wombles walked away from a secure nursing facility in Scioto County overnight.
- A multi-agency manhunt began immediately after his disappearance.
👉 The Capture:
- Apprehended earlier today without incident.
- Police have not yet disclosed the exact location of the arrest.
- No injuries reported.
👉 Who Helped Bring Him In?
Massive kudos to the law enforcement agencies who teamed up to take Wombles down:
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- Maysville Police Department
- Scioto County Sheriff’s Office
- U.S. Marshals Service
- Adams County Sheriff’s Office
- Ohio State Highway Patrol
👉 A Big Thanks to the Public:
Officials say numerous tips helped track Wombles down. Your vigilance made a difference.
🔒 The Brown County Sheriff’s Office says the case is a reminder of the power of coordination, public awareness, and fast action.
Stay with us—we’ll update with more details as full police reports come in.