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Four inmates escape from Ohio correctional facility

OHIO — Four inmates escaped from a minimum-security correctional facility in Columbus on Thursday night, prompting a police search and the issuance of arrest warrants.

Columbus Police responded to the Franklin County Community Based Correctional Facility (CBCF) around 8:50 p.m. after receiving reports that the inmates had broken a window and fled the premises.

The identities of the inmates have not yet been released. Authorities are actively working to locate the individuals.

According to its website, the CBCF is a residential prison diversion program for adult offenders, offering minimum-security supervision.

Police are urging anyone with information about the escapees to contact authorities immediately.

Ohio Statewide Staff

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