Three inmates escape from DeKalb Jail

lDEKALB COUNTY, GA – The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive

Unit and uniform patrol units are actively searching for three inmates who escaped from the DeKalb County Jail early this morning, Dec. 22..

The escape was discovered during a routine security check, which revealed the inmates were missing. Internal security teams initiated a search and are working closely with other local law enforcement agencies to locate and apprehend the individuals.

“We take this breach very seriously and are working diligently to ensure these

individuals are safely returned to custody as quickly as possible,” said Sheriff Melody M.Maddox.

The fugitives are facing multiple charges.

• Stevenson Charles, 24, is charged with murder and armed robbery.

• Yusuf Minor, 31, is charged with two counts of armed robbery and two

counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

• Naod Yohannes, 25 is charged with simple assault, arson and unlawful acts

of violence in a penal institution.

Authorities say the fugitives may be armed and are considered dangerous. The public is urged to exercise extreme caution and should not approach them. Anyone with information regarding their whereabouts is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Tip Line at 404-298-8200.