(DailyChive.com) – The international manhunt for Orville Andrew Pernell, which illuminated global law enforcement collaboration, ends with his arrest in Georgia.
At a Glance
- Orville Andrew Pernell, a 32-year-old from Jamaica, was arrested in Georgia.
- Pernell escaped custody during his murder trial in St. Lucia and again in Jamaica.
- He faces additional charges in Georgia, including possession of a stolen motorcycle.
- The arrest highlights international cooperation in law enforcement to apprehend fugitives.
The Manhunt and Arrest
St. Lucia authorities had been searching for Orville Andrew Pernell following his escape from prison, initially charged with the death of Cleus Alfred. Pernell managed to break free from jail in St. Lucia by sawing through cell bars, an escape that set off a multinational pursuit. He again escaped custody in Jamaica before adopting a false identity to enter the U.S. Agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) finally apprehended him in Savannah, Georgia.
Pernell was discovered in Georgia, where he was arrested in July 2023 for having a stolen motorcycle and a 9mm handgun. Authorities have charged him with being an alien in possession of a firearm, and he will be extradited to St. Lucia to stand trial for the murder charge pending since 2020. His capture underlines the seriousness of the coordinated international effort aimed at curbing transnational crime.
International Efforts and Collaboration
The multinational operation to arrest Pernell exemplifies the collaborative capabilities of international law enforcement. “After a long run from justice, he’s finally back in custody and facing the consequences,” said an HSI Atlanta official. This statement captures the culmination of intense inter-agency efforts that extend beyond borders to hold Pernell accountable for his crimes.
Ensuring Global Safety
The essential nature of international cooperation cannot be overstated in the fight against cross-national crime. “We are committed to tracking down fugitives who pose a serious threat to public safety, no matter where they may try to hide,” emphasized ICE HSI Special Agent in Charge Atlanta Steven N. Schrank. This commitment was evident in Pernell’s case, where law enforcement partners collectively ensured his custody to deliver justice. The actions taken against Pernell symbolize a unified front that addresses and mitigates criminal activities irrespective of geographic boundaries.
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