George Washington University sheltering in place after homicide suspect escapes police at hospital

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Christopher Haynes, 31, escaped custody at GW Hospital. If you see him, call 911.

WASHINGTON — George Washington University is sheltering in place after a patient described as a homicide suspect escaped police custody at GW Hospital, the Metropolitan Police Department said Wednesday.

Police said Christopher Haynes, 31, escaped custody at GW Hospital in the 900 block of 23rd St Northwest around 3:40 p.m.

He is described as having shoulder-length dreadlocks, and he was wearing a white suit with one red shoe. 

Police say he is not handcuffed, and he was in custody on homicide charges. 

Anyone who sees Haynes should not engage but call 911.

GWALERT: Foggy Bottom campus is in Shelter in Place. GWorld readers are locked but allow GW community members access as normal, continue to shelter in place.

— GW Alert (@GWAlert) September 6, 2023

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