Killer Escapes in Delano. Residents Urged to Be Vigilant.

By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 5 months ago on

December 2, 2024

Authorities in Delano are searching for escaped convicted murder Cesar Hernandez, 34, who fled CDCR custody Tuesday and is considered dangerous. (Delano PD)

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Authorities are searching for an inmate who escaped from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation custody Monday morning, the Delano Police Department said in a statement.

Cesar Hernandez, 34, who was in custody for murder, was last seen at about 10:40 a.m. near the prison courthouse at 10th Avenue and Kensington Street.

Officials said Hernandez was wearing an orange CDCR jumpsuit and white thermals when he escaped.

The Delano Police Department, along with CDCR and other law enforcement agencies, is actively searching for Hernandez, who is considered dangerous.

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Community members are urged to remain alert and report any suspicious activity or possible sightings to law enforcement.

Authorities have emphasized that Hernandez should not be approached under any circumstances.

Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or the Delano Police Department at (661) 721-3377.

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Anthony W. Haddad,

Multimedia Journalist

Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and has an MBA at Fresno State, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.