The reward for information leading to Chester County Prison escapee Danelo Cavalcante's capture has been increased by $5,000, bringing the total to $25,000.
, but they are prepared for a national search. Their concern is that Cavalcante has already or will try to steal another vehicle after he used a van in an attempt to get help from two former colleagues.
Police said Monday morning that manpower has doubled following a shift in the search to northern Chester County over the weekend. Now some 600 people are said to be involved in the search for Cavalcante. Police believe Cavalcante was able to break through their perimeter by using an underground tunnel or drainage ditch.
Investigators said Saturday night that he stole a van from Baily's Dairy Farm in West Chester after someone left the keys inside. He ditched it after it ran out of gas.
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