SAN DIEGO, CA — Authorities sought the public’s help Wednesday in finding a man who escaped from police custody in San Diego.
Dandre Lamonte Johnson, 27, was secured with two pairs of handcuffs when he escaped from an unsecured holding cell at the San Diego Police Department’s Central Division station.
“Johnson was able to escape police custody by opening the door to the holding cell and exiting the police station by running out of Central Division onto the Imperial Avenue side of the station,” Lt. Daniel Meyer said. “An extensive search was conducted by officers, K9s and the department’s helicopter unit.”
Find out what's happening in San Diegowith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Johnson was arrested Tuesday as part of an operation by the department’s VICE unit, Meyer told Patch. The VICE unit typically investigates crimes related to gambling, liquor laws and prostitution.
“I cannot advise specific charges as it would damage the investigation,” Meyer said.
Find out what's happening in San Diegowith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Johnson was described as a 6-foot-1, 180-pound Black man, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, pants and black tennis shoes.
Click Here: new zealand kiwis jersey
Anyone with information about Johnson’s whereabouts was asked to call the station at 619-744-9500. Tipsters can remain anonymous by calling San Diego County Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.