A murder suspect attempted to escape an Oregon court room after sheriff's deputies removed his shackles, newly released security footage shows. He's now facing additional charges of first-degree burglary and second-degree escape.
HILLSBORO, Ore. --
The defendant Edi Villalobos Jr. was appearing in court in the Portland suburb of Hillsboro on Feb. 27 for jury selection after he allegedly stabbed two men, and killed one, two years ago, KGW-TV reported. One officer removes removes Villalobos' hand and leg cuffs, in line with legal requirements for the court session. Then Villalobos scoots behind two desk chairs and runs out the courtroom door. No one is blocking the path to the door.
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