Chimney Escape Ends in Arrest for Drug Charges

In Fall River, Massachusetts, 33-year-old Robert Langlais attempted to evade police by hiding in a chimney during a search warrant execution. Police bodycam footage shows Langlais getting stuck in the chimney, prompting a rescue operation by the Fall River Fire Department. The incident, likened to a 'Santa maneuver,' required firefighters to carefully dismantle the chimney to free Langlais, who was subsequently taken to a hospital as a precaution. Langlais was arrested on charges of possessing Class A and B drugs, along with other outstanding warrants. Another suspect managed to escape by jumping from the roof. The incident has gained attention due to the unusual nature of the escape attempt and the extensive rescue efforts captured on video.