Prisoner Escapes Custody Media PA, Manhunt Underway, Residents Shelter

A prisoner named Taqwa Wilson, 22, escaped custody Thursday morning near the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, Pennsylvania, while being transferred from G.W. Hill Correctional Facility. Wilson was last seen heading north on Olive Street from 4th Street, prompting a coordinated manhunt involving local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Residents in the area were ordered to shelter in place and secure their homes due to the ongoing search. Wilson was scheduled to appear in court on multiple charges, including receiving stolen property, fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, criminal mischief, and driving without a license. Authorities have held or announced plans for a press conference to provide updates on the escape. The situation remains active, with a significant police presence in downtown Media and efforts to safely resolve the incident.