Crime & Safety

Federal Prison Inmate Escapes In Philadelphia: Authorities

Keith Freeman, 30, was finishing a 96-month sentence stemming from weapons violations when he escapes Sunday, authorities said.

Keith Freeman, 30, is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 160 pounds.
Keith Freeman, 30, is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 160 pounds. (U.S. Marshals Service)

PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia prison inmate has escaped, authorities said.

According to the U.S. Marshals Service, Keith Freeman, 30, escaped the Kintock Group on the 600 block of East Luzerne Street on Sunday.

Authorities said Freeman climbed two fences to escape.

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He was set to finish a 96-month sentence for weapons possession.

He is described as 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 160 pounds.

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Submit tips on Freeman's whereabouts should call 866-865-8477.

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