A prisoner who had escaped from custody while receiving medical treatment at Tallaght Hospital in Dublin has been recaptured, according to reports. Keith Macken, a 43-year-old from St Attracta Road, Cabra, managed to flee from the hospital on Saturday morning but was subsequently caught by authorities, reports Breaking News.
Macken, who was on remand at Wheatfield Prison awaiting sentencing for an assault causing harm charge, escaped while under the supervision of prison officers, reports Breaking News.. His escape led to a brief manhunt, with his details being circulated to An Garda SÃochána for assistance in his recapture.
The incident has sparked an investigation by the Irish Prison Service into how the escape occurred, aiming to prevent similar incidents in the future. This event underscores the challenges faced by prison services in maintaining security during external medical visits.
Macken’s recapture brings relief to both law enforcement and the community, ensuring that he will face the judicial process for his original charges and potentially additional charges related to his escape.
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