Escaped Killer Facing Plea Hearing After Two Weeks on the Run in Pennsylvania

Danilo Cavalcante, a convicted killer who escaped from a Chester County prison last year, is scheduled for a plea hearing. Cavalcante, a Brazilian national, was serving a life sentence for the murder of his ex-girlfriend when he escaped and went on the run for two weeks. He was eventually captured after a massive manhunt involving thermal imaging and K-9 units. Cavalcante’s escape involved climbing over walls, razor wire, and a roof, demonstrating his determination to evade authorities. During his time on the run, he stole a truck and survived by stealing food, clothing, and other items from local residents. The upcoming plea hearing addresses the escape charges, and any sentence could be concurrent or consecutive to his existing life sentence. The event marks nearly a year since his escape on August 31, 2023.