November 22, 2009
- Portland, Oregon
Inmate uses toilet paper 'bomb' to attempt escape
By Associated Press
CEDAR CITY, Utah (AP) — The Iron County sheriff's office said an inmate tried to escape from a correctional facility by fashioning a fake bomb. Sheriff's Deputy Aaron Pallesen said the 28-year-old inmate cornered an officer in a lobby while holding what looked like a silver device with a red detonator.
Pallesen said deputies tackled the inmate, who allegedly threatened to blow up himself and anything around him if he wasn't released. A bomb squad found the device was made from toilet paper rolls, headphone wires and a pencil eraser. The inmate, who was already charged with possession of a stolen vehicle and illegal firearms, could face additional charges. |
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