Detroit law enforcement is on high alert as they intensify the manhunt for an escapee, 22-year-old Cortez Rabb, who fled police custody at Henry Ford Hospital on Sunday morning. According to FOX 2, Rabb was under arrest for felony offenses when he claimed to have medical issues, prompting officers to transport him to the medical facility located at 2799 W Grand Blvd.
While attempts were made to secure him in a hospital bed, Rabb managed to break free from the officers' grasp. Detroit Police have established a command post and dispatched multiple units to track down the fugitive, as detailed in a report by WWJ Newsradio. Citizens have been advised to stay clear of the area and to exercise caution. The authorities strongly caution against approaching Rabb, urging anyone who sees him to instead call 911.
ClickOnDetroit reported that police have not disclosed the specific nature of Rabb's felony charges. Despite the information blackout, the seriousness of the manhunt implies an urgency and a cause for public concern.
There is yet to be any statement regarding the protocol followed or any potential lapses that allowed the escape to occur. Those with any information are repeatedly reminded not to engage with the suspect directly, but to immediately contact authorities.
