An escaped inmate from Marion County, Alabama, was apprehended in Melissa, Texas, after a traffic stop at a Buc-ee's gas station. Flock camera technology played a crucial role in locating the inmate and his accomplice.
An escaped inmate from Marion County, Alabama , is back in custody after police in Melissa , Texas , arrested him and an accomplice. Authorities located their vehicle using Flock camera technology in Anna, a town near Melissa . Flock cameras utilize license plate recognition and AI to analyze vehicles. Officers discovered the car in the parking lot of a Buc-ee's gas station in Melissa .
According to a statement, the vehicle left the parking lot and drove northbound on the frontage road, where officers conducted a traffic stop. Melissa police reported that the escaped inmate surrendered peacefully. Jail records indicate that 25-year-old Pierson McKinnley Anthony is currently held at the Collin County Jail, awaiting extradition to Marion County, Alabama. The driver was also apprehended as officers found an active felony warrant for aiding in the inmate's escape. 'This successful apprehension underscores the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the dedication of our officers to ensuring the safety of Melissa,' stated Chief Erik Stokes. 'This demonstrates the effectiveness of Flock technology in apprehending wanted fugitives from across the nation. The Melissa Police Department remains committed to employing technology and proactive policing strategies to safeguard our community.' According to Melissa Police, Anthony escaped from prison grounds at approximately 11:20 p.m. on Saturday night. He is currently serving a 16-year prison sentence for an assault conviction
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