Convicted Murderer Escapes Custody During California Court Transport

Cesar Hernandez, serving 25 years to life for first-degree murder, fled a prison van in Delano, prompting a multi-agency manhunt.

Cesar Hernandez, 34, escaped from a prison transport van on Monday morning while arriving at Kern County Superior Courthouse in Delano, California.
Hernandez, convicted of first-degree murder in 2019 and serving a 25-years-to-life sentence, was en route to court for a hearing on new contraband charges.
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), along with local police and the California Highway Patrol, has launched a large-scale search effort.
Authorities describe Hernandez as dangerous and warn the public not to approach him; he was last seen wearing an orange jumpsuit and white thermals.
Community members are urged to report any sightings or information to 911 or contact the incident commander at a designated hotline.