An accused rapist managed to bust out of a lockdown medical facility in Scioto County during the early morning hours of July 31, and authorities say he’s dangerous.
👉 Escaped Inmate:
Name: Jimmy Wombles
Age: 61
Date of Birth: 11/18/1963
Time of Escape: Between midnight and 7 AM
Location: Lockdown medical facility, Scioto County, Ohio
👉 Facing Serious Charges:
Rape
Possession of Firearms Under Disability
Possession of Controlled Substances
👉 New Warrant Issued:
Brown County Sheriff’s Office has issued an arrest warrant for escape
👉 Law Enforcement Response:
Brown County Sheriff’s Office,
Scioto County Sheriff’s Office,
U.S. Marshals Service are all actively involved in the manhunt.
👉 What You Need to Know:
Wombles is considered dangerous and potentially armed
Do NOT approach him under any circumstances
Call authorities immediately if you spot him
📞 Tip Line: Contact Detective Sergeant Charles Ernst at (937) 378-4435 ext. 126
We will continue to update this developing story as more details from police reports become available. Stay tuned—and stay safe.