Prison Escape: Captured Convicted Murderer from Mississippi

A dangerous inmate who fled a Mississippi prison on Christmas Eve has been recaptured. Authorities had issued stern warnings to the public after 33-year-old Drew Johnson escaped from South Mississippi Correctional Institution in Leakesville. The escape occurred just before 3:30 PM on Tuesday, December 25th. Johnson was known for his violent past, including a 2016 fatal stabbing and attacks on other inmates. He was serving a life sentence without parole for murder, along with additional time for other crimes. The capture happened close to the prison, as described in a post on the Mississippi Department of Corrections' Facebook page. Johnson's criminal history spans several states and includes a series of violent acts. His most notable crime was the brutal stabbing of an acquaintance in Memphis, Tennessee, in 2016. The victim was found in a field with more than two dozen stab wounds. While in jail, Johnson continued his violent behavior, including attacking another inmate with a brick in 2021 and setting fires in 2019. The Mississippi Department of Corrections had labeled Johnson as "desperate" and "very dangerous, " prompting local authorities to warn the public to stay vigilant. The George County Sheriff's Department advised residents to be careful and not let their guard down, especially during the Christmas season when people tend to be more generous. The capture of this convicted murderer highlights the ongoing challenges faced by prison authorities in managing inmates with violent histories. It serves as a reminder to the public to remain cautious and alert, regardless of the time of year.