Captured Convict David Sweat In Critical Condition
Sweat and his accomplice, Richard Matt, both convicted murderers, escaped June 6 from a prison in New York. Matt was shot and killed Friday. Sweat was captured Sunday.
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Police Capture Prison Escapee David Sweat, Ending Weeks-Long Manhunt
Police say the convicted murderer who escaped from a prison in New York earlier this month, has been shot but captured alive. Just days ago, his accomplice, Richard Matt, was fatally shot by police.
After Escaped Convict Is Shot In New York, Police Hunt For Accomplice
Authorities said that they "verbally challenged" Richard Matt, but the escapee was shot when he did not respond. David Sweat, who escaped the prison along with Matt, is still at large.
After Prison Break In New York, Viral Video Raises Questions
A video shows a man approach the prison with a bag, which is hoisted up the prison wall and disappears out of view. Does this security lapse have anything to do with the escaped cons?
Search For Escaped Convicts In New York Shifts After Possible Sighting
A person reported seeing two men near a railroad line in the southern part of the state near the border with Pennsylvania.