Danelo Cavalcante pleads guilty on escape charges from Chester County Prison
Danelo Cavalcante pleaded guilty to escape charges on Friday in Chester County, about a year after a manhunt that drew nationwide attention.
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Search continues for convicted killer
The manhunt for escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante continues after police say he's changed his appearance. Cavalcante is convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend. Brandon Goldner reports.
Inmate who escaped Missouri jail captured in same county as Cavalcante
Mario Che-Tiul, who escaped from a Missouri jail in June, was captured on Thursday in Chester County, Pennsylvania, in the same location where Danelo Cavalcante was found, the U.S. Marshals said.
How the manhunt for Danelo Cavalcante captured the nation
For two weeks, escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante eluded police in the woods of eastern Pennsylvania. Correspondent Erin Moriarity looks back at his escape, his time on the run, and his ultimate apprehension, and finds out from supervisory deputy U.S. Marshal Robert Clark what Cavalcante revealed following his capture.
How common are prison escapes?
CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson explains the risks of prison breaks like the recent escape of convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante in Pennsylvania.
Escaped murderer had planned to go to Canada
Convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante, who was captured Wednesday two weeks after escaping from a Pennsylvania prison, had planned to travel to Canada, a U.S. Marshal said. Cavalcante also told authorities that searchers nearly stepped on him while he was hiding under leaves and brush.
Police photo with captured inmate Danelo Cavalcante stokes criticism
Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bivens said the officers were "proud of their work."
Before Cavalcante, a manhunt in the '90s put Pennsylvania on edge
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What's next for Cavalcante after capture
Danelo Cavalcante, the killer who escaped prison and the hundreds of officers looking for him, has been captured. CBS Philadelphia reporter Nikki Dementri joins "Prime Time" to discuss what happens next for Cavalcante. Plus, former FBI executive assistant director Josh Skule examines why the manhunt lasted 13 days.
Meet Yoda, the dog who helped law enforcement catch Danelo Cavalcante
The search for escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante came to an end on Wednesday on the 14th day of the manhunt in South Coventry Township.
Relief felt after search for escapee ends
The search for escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante ended Wednesday morning, nearly two weeks after he made his break from a Philadelphia-area prison. CBS News Philadelphia chief investigative reporter Joe Holden has more on how residents are feeling about the end of the search.
Unpacking the final hours of Cavalcante hunt
Residents of Chester County, Pennsylvania, can breathe easier after state police captured fugitive Danelo Cavalcante following a manhunt that lasted about two weeks. Former FBI supervisory special agent Eric Miller and Pat Milton, senior producer for the CBS News investigative unit, detail how authorities found the escaped murderer.
Officials say prison security is being bolstered after Cavalcante escape
Officials "have brought in security contractors to make permanent changes to the exercise yards," the Chester County Commissioners said.
PA officials on escaped killer's capture
Escaped convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante has been captured, 14 days after escaping from a prison near Philadelphia. CBS News' Gayle King anchored a special report as officials addressed reporters following the capture.
Inside the manhunt for Danelo Cavalcante
Police in Pennsylvania have captured escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante after a two-week manhunt. Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis joined CBS News to discuss the search and eventual apprehension of Cavalcante.
How police found Danelo Cavalcante
It took about two weeks, but convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante is back in custody after escaping from a Philadelphia-area prison. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill has more on how officials apprehended Cavalcante.
Escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante captured
Pennsylvania State Police say the two-week manhunt for escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante is over after he was captured Wednesday morning. Keith Taylor, adjunct assistant professor for the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joined CBS News to discuss the escape and manhunt.
"Element of surprise": Authorities reveal details of Danelo Cavalcante's capture
Law enforcement first detected Danelo Cavalcante's heat signal, then established a perimeter to surround him.
Pennsylvanians frustrated with inmate manhunt
A convicted killer who escaped from a Pennsylvania prison nearly two weeks ago is now considered "armed and extremely dangerous." Police say Danelo Cavalcante stole a rifle from a garage Monday night. CBS Philadelphia reporter Nikki Dementri joins "Prime Time" to discuss how the search is impacting day-to-day life for people in the area.
Escaped killer's altercation with homeowner
The 13-day search for a convicted murderer who escaped from a Pennsylvania prison continued Tuesday after "significant developments" overnight, authorities said. Danelo Cavalcante stole a rifle from a Chester County garage and evaded shots fired by the homeowner as he fled the scene, officials say. CBS News Philadelphia chief investigative reporter Joe Holden has more on the search.
Escaped prisoner armed with stolen rifle
The convicted murderer who escaped from a Pennsylvania prison last month is armed with a stolen rifle, police say. Danelo Cavalcante remains on the loose despite being spotted twice on Monday night. CBS Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentiri has the latest.
Civilian shot at escaped killer, police say
Police in Pennsylvania gave an update Tuesday on the search for escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante. Investigators say Cavalcante is now armed following an altercation with a homeowner.
Escaped killer armed with rifle, Pa. cops say
Escaped inmate Danelo Cavalcante is now armed with a rifle, according to Pennsylvania police. Residents have been urged to lock their doors and cars and remain alert. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner has the latest on the search.
Police warn escaped prisoner is "armed"
Officials are continuing to pursue escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante, who they say is armed with a rifle. Cavalcante was spotted early Tuesday morning in South Coventry Township, in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Brandon Goldner has the latest.
Pennsylvania inmate caught on camera again
A convicted murderer who crab-walked up a wall and escaped from a Pennsylvania prison 12 days ago keeps getting caught on security footage. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Nikki Dementri has the latest on the search for Danelo Cavalcante.
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National Guard member is "slowly healing" after D.C. shooting, governor says
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2 Louisiana inmates on the run after escape through damaged jail wall
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U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
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U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
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