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Wanted escapee captured after hourslong search of River Walk area

They are looking for Pedro Andres Escamilla, 27, who was last seen running from the Bexar County Courthouse.

SAN ANTONIO — UPDATE: Bexar County officials say the man has been captured and will face charges.

See previous story below:

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The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is currently searching for a wanted man who they say escaped the downtown courthouse.

They are looking for Pedro Andres Escamilla, 27, who was last seen running from the Bexar County Courthouse wearing a khaki shirt and khaki pants. He was seen running southbound along the River Walk and is believed to have taken off his shirt, BCSO says.

Deputies later found pants at Dawson Park but could not confirm if they belong to Escamilla. 

He is described as being 5'05" in height and weighs 130 pounds. Officials say he has brown eyes and brown hair. 

If you know anything about this wanted man, please call BCSO at 210-335-6000.

This is a developing story and further details will be added as they are received.

 

 

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