Pennsylvania Court Denies Appeal for Convicted Killer Due to Jail Escape

Danilo Cavalcante forfeited his right to appeal his life sentence after escaping from Chester County Prison last year.

Cavalcante was serving a life sentence for the murder of his ex-girlfriend when he escaped from jail in 2023.
His escape involved climbing walls and razor wire, leading to a two-week manhunt before his capture.
The Pennsylvania Superior Court ruled that fugitives lose the right to appeal, invalidating his appeal motion.
Cavalcante's appeal was filed eight days late, missing the original deadline by the time he was recaptured.
In addition to his life sentence, Cavalcante received an additional 15 to 30 years for the escape and related crimes.