8 inmates escape from NM jail, including murderer

Veelyn · Aug 25th, 2008, 06:25 PM

Scary!

CLOVIS, N.M. (AP) — Eight inmates, including a convicted murderer and another man charged with murder, escaped from a county jail by cutting a hole in the roof, authorities said Monday.

One of the men was captured by Clovis police, but the other seven remained at large and were considered dangerous, the sheriff said.

The escape was discovered Sunday night when police saw two people in orange jumpsuits running near the jail, Curry County Sheriff Matt Murray said.

The inmates apparently used handmade tools to cut the hole in the roof near a skylight, he said.

"We have a feeling that they have split up and went different ways from finding some of the jumpsuits throughout the city," Murray said. He would not answer questions.

He told reporters the department was working on several leads, including searching an Albuquerque home and following up on a lead in Cactus, Texas.

State Police Lt. Eric Garcia said motorists also were being stopped and questioned at roadblocks on the outskirts of the eastern New Mexico town. Federal agencies, including the U.S. Marshals Service, joined the investigation, the sheriff's department said.

One of the missing inmates was identified as Edward Salas, who was sentenced to life in prison last month for the murder of a 10-year-old boy. Shots were fired through the child's bedroom window as he slept.

Salas was being held at the jail awaiting transfer to state custody, authorities said.

Another escapee, Larry McClendon, was charged with murder and aggravated robbery in the January 2007 death of a store owner.

One man, Victor Apodaca, was chased and captured by Clovis police officers, Murray said. The sheriff's office gave no details on Apodaca's record.

On July 15, a female inmate got out of the jail by hiding a food cart, the Clovis News Journal reported. She was caught seconds later after she was knocked down by a passing vehicle while trying to cross a street.

In 2006, an inmate slipped out a door and wasn't missed for two days. That inmate was later captured.

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declaredbeauty · Aug 26th, 2008, 03:34 AM

Indeed this is scary!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Veelyn

On July 15, a female inmate got out of the jail by hiding a food cart, the Clovis News Journal reported. She was caught seconds later after she was knocked down by a passing vehicle while trying to cross a street.

But this is hilarious.. that's what she gets! Commit the crime, deal with it and serve the time.

twin53 · Aug 26th, 2008, 09:17 AM

those are dangerous men

Jahpson · Aug 26th, 2008, 10:55 AM

I need to come back to the real world!! I thought the NM in the heading stood for Neiman Marcus!!

DC-Cutie · Aug 26th, 2008, 11:51 AM

^^ you and me both. I'm thinking, "NM has a jail" - LOL

AAA07 · Aug 26th, 2008, 01:20 PM

NM = Neiman Marcus yeah that is too funny. I am from New Mexico and often when I am on this forum and see "NM" I am thinking New Mexico.

My folks still live in ABQ I tell them to get outta there!!

gacats · Aug 27th, 2008, 08:26 AM

And I LOVE NM, I would trade places with your folks in a heartbeat!
Hope they catch the rest of those inmates.

LV Rawks · Aug 28th, 2008, 01:34 AM

This is so scary! I hope that they catch them soon!

Miyoshi637 · Aug 28th, 2008, 01:52 AM

That's creepy. I hope they catch those guys soon! And the lady in the box is so funny!

Aug 25th, 2008, 06:25 PM	#1
Veelyn ♥ Bill ♥ Location: The Zou!	8 inmates escape from NM jail, including murderer Scary! CLOVIS, N.M. (AP) — Eight inmates, including a convicted murderer and another man charged with murder, escaped from a county jail by cutting a hole in the roof, authorities said Monday. One of the men was captured by Clovis police, but the other seven remained at large and were considered dangerous, the sheriff said. The escape was discovered Sunday night when police saw two people in orange jumpsuits running near the jail, Curry County Sheriff Matt Murray said. The inmates apparently used handmade tools to cut the hole in the roof near a skylight, he said. "We have a feeling that they have split up and went different ways from finding some of the jumpsuits throughout the city," Murray said. He would not answer questions. He told reporters the department was working on several leads, including searching an Albuquerque home and following up on a lead in Cactus, Texas. State Police Lt. Eric Garcia said motorists also were being stopped and questioned at roadblocks on the outskirts of the eastern New Mexico town. Federal agencies, including the U.S. Marshals Service, joined the investigation, the sheriff's department said. One of the missing inmates was identified as Edward Salas, who was sentenced to life in prison last month for the murder of a 10-year-old boy. Shots were fired through the child's bedroom window as he slept. Salas was being held at the jail awaiting transfer to state custody, authorities said. Another escapee, Larry McClendon, was charged with murder and aggravated robbery in the January 2007 death of a store owner. One man, Victor Apodaca, was chased and captured by Clovis police officers, Murray said. The sheriff's office gave no details on Apodaca's record. On July 15, a female inmate got out of the jail by hiding a food cart, the Clovis News Journal reported. She was caught seconds later after she was knocked down by a passing vehicle while trying to cross a street. In 2006, an inmate slipped out a door and wasn't missed for two days. That inmate was later captured. http://charter.net/news/read.php?rip...ARSDCCL1_UNEWS __________________ ANIMAL CRUELTY IS NEVER ACCEPTABLE!! *PLEASE HELP GET JUSTICE FOR KARLEY!* *SIGN THE PETITION TODAY!* http://justice4karley.com/upcoming_events_3.html

Aug 26th, 2008, 10:55 AM	#4
Jahpson Member Location: The Playground	I need to come back to the real world!! I thought the NM in the heading stood for Neiman Marcus!! __________________ Amazingly Sophisticated Happy Holidays to all my TPF friends!

Aug 26th, 2008, 11:51 AM	#5
DC-Cutie Member	^^ you and me both. I'm thinking, "NM has a jail" - LOL __________________

Aug 26th, 2008, 01:20 PM	#6
AAA07 True Gemini Location: Phoenix	NM = Neiman Marcus yeah that is too funny. I am from New Mexico and often when I am on this forum and see "NM" I am thinking New Mexico. My folks still live in ABQ I tell them to get outta there!! __________________ More Books Please!

Aug 27th, 2008, 08:26 AM	#7
gacats love me some bags! Location: Georgia	And I LOVE NM, I would trade places with your folks in a heartbeat! Hope they catch the rest of those inmates. __________________ GaCats Proud Navy Mom My 2009 wish list: Chanel Ultimate Soft medium handbag in black Louis Vuitton Panda pochette ( in the works) Something Goyard- yeah, that'll happen.....

Aug 26th, 2008, 09:17 AM	#3
twin53 Member Location: Georgia	those are dangerous men

Aug 28th, 2008, 01:34 AM	#8
LV Rawks Sofa King Aware Location: Midwest USA	This is so scary! I hope that they catch them soon! __________________ *"We cannot change the cards we are dealt,* *just how we play the hand"* *~Randy Pausch*

Aug 28th, 2008, 01:52 AM	#9
Miyoshi637 Frankin-Stinks Location: Bay Area	That's creepy. I hope they catch those guys soon! And the lady in the box is so funny! __________________ All I need for Christmas is new tires for my car!