Handcuffed Suspect Who Faked Chest Pain Escapes from Miami Hospital To a Maserati
Theodric Collins, a 36-year-old suspect with a history of criminal activity, managed to flee from custody after being taken to a hospital for medical evaluation. The incident has sparked a widespread manhunt and highlighted potential vulnerabilities in prisoner transport procedures.
Arrest and Medical Concerns
On Saturday, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol apprehended Theodric Collins at the Port of Miami due to multiple outstanding out-of-state warrants. While in custody, Collins complained of chest pains, prompting authorities to transport him to Jackson Memorial Hospital for a medical evaluation. This decision, while standard procedure for ensuring the health and safety of detainees, set the stage for the unexpected turn of events that followed.
Hospital Evaluation and Escape
Collins was medically cleared at approximately 2:25-2:30 p.m. on the same day. As a Miami-Dade police officer prepared to transport him to the Miami-Dade Police Department's Warrants Bureau, the situation took a startling turn. Despite being handcuffed, Collins managed to escape and make his way to a waiting silver Maserati. The vehicle, bearing an Alabama license plate (GBT862), was last detected by a license plate reader in Jupiter, Florida, suggesting a northward trajectory in Collins' flight.
The Suspect's Background
Theodric Collins is described as standing 5 feet, 9 inches tall with a medium build. His criminal history spans multiple states, including previous arrests in Mississippi and Alabama. The charges against him range from felony shoplifting to reckless driving, and notably, leading police on a high-speed chase. This background raises concerns about the potential dangers Collins may pose while at large and underscores the urgency of the ongoing manhunt.
As the search for Theodric Collins intensifies, law enforcement agencies across Florida and neighboring states remain on high alert, determined to bring this escapee back into custody and ensure public safety.
