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'Make sure doors are locked,' officials say, as they search for man who escaped ICE custody at processing center

Law enforcement agencies advise not to pick up any hitchhikers and make sure your doors are locked.

KARNES COUNTY, Texas — The Karnes County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be on the lookout for a man who escaped from ICE's custody at the immigration processing center.

It happened just after midnight on Thursday.

Multiple law enforcement agencies are actively looking for him.  

Authorities say Alejandro Jose Martinez-Hernandez, 19, is from Honduras and is being charged with illegal entry.

The sheriff's office said to make sure your doors are locked and do not pick up any hitchhikers.

If you see anyone suspicious, report it to the sheriff's office at (830) 780-3931 Option 1.

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