On Wednesday, May 12, 2021 escaped inmate Drew Davis Paul was taken into custody at the Travel Plaza in Rose City around 8:30 A.M. without incident. Local agencies responded to the area after receiving a tip by a citizen who had observed the escapee walking near the interstate.
Paul had escaped from a transport van a day earlier when it stopped at the Plaza in Rose City.
Once Paul was taken into custody he was transported to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office where he was interviewed by Detectives with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division. The Detectives determined through questioning, Paul hid in the marsh water area in the woods near the interstate all night to evade capture. Paul stated he turned himself in due to the elements and knowing he was actively being sought after by authorities. Along with his original charges, Paul will also be charged with Escape.
The Texas Department of Corrections provided K-9 and mounted units during the search and maintaining a perimeter. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office also provided air support during the search. The Sheriff’s Office would like to thank all the agencies who assisted in the search for Paul. The Sheriff’s Office is especially appreciative to Chief Rod Carroll and the Vidor Police Department for their quick reaction and hours they worked over to bring Paul into custody.
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