Attempted Murder Suspect Joshua Zimmerman Faces Charges in Mississippi after Captured Near Chicago DNC Event

Joshua Zimmerman, a suspect in attempted murder and robbery, is being charged in Mississippi once more, months after he fled a courthouse in Hernando. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety reports that Zimmerman was apprehended and is currently being extradited to Mississippi following a 14-hour standoff in a Chicago restaurant close to the Democratic National Convention. No more information on the investigation or case has been made public.

Earlier this year, on June 14, Zimmerman made news when he left the DeSoto County courtroom without anyone noticing, a feat that DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton described as remarkable. He departed from the queue and entered a door. Later, he left the courthouse wearing street clothes and without shackles,” Barton said in a statement that WREG was able to get. A manhunt following his abduction ultimately led to his employment in Chicago’s hospitality industry.

Shortly after a hearing where he was presented with his initial accusations, Zimmerman started to flee from justice, according to Action News 5. During the two months that followed, Zimmerman reportedly deceived a Good Samaritan into giving him a lift to Memphis, according to FOX13. This additional layer to his escape techniques adds complexity to a story that raises concerns about courthouse security and how easily an accused person could evade it.

In addition to his lengthy criminal history, Zimmerman is facing other allegations, including attempted murder in Southaven, murder in Texas, and carjacking. He was apprehended with assistance from the US Marshals Service, demonstrating the gravity of the case and the interagency collaboration to bring him to justice. The public and law enforcement are likely to pay close attention to his escape, capture, and impending trial.

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