DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. — A "non violent" suspect who escaped out of a Dougco patrol car is back in custody.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said 29-year-old Alexander Reighart, who escaped custody near Highway 85 and Town Center Drive at around 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, was captured in Denver, said investigators on Thursday.
Dougco said Reighart, who was held on outstanding felony warrants in connection to alleged financial crimes and drug violations, fled while still in handcuffs.
He will face additional charges in connection to the escape, said Dougco investigators.
Investigators said Reighart was not believed to be a danger to the public.
DougCo said Reighart is around 5’ 10” and weighs 160 pounds. When he escaped, he was wearing green pants and jacket and a light gray hoodie.
Authorities ask anyone who has information or spots Reighart to contact 911.
