Canton Police Arrest Escaped Prisoner

Today, at 3:45 pm., a Patrol Sergeant was contacted by the Connecticut State Police in reference to an escaped prisoner from their jurisdiction, which has been on the run from Law Enforcement for two (2) weeks.  The State Police Detective told the Sergeant they had confirmed the wanted individual made a phone call this morning from the Chevron gas station located at 370 Marietta Road.  Officers immediately responded to the area, confirmed the male was previously in the store and obtained a good description that was broadcast to all units.

In addition, the Sergeant made contact with persons at Action Church who relayed this same individual stayed at their facility last night and it was their understanding he was coming back later today.  At approximately 4:15 pm., the store clerk at the Chevron station called 911 to report the wanted person was back in the store.  A Patrol Corporal observed the wanted man in the store as other units converged to the location.  At that time, the escaped prisoner was quickly taken into custody without further incident.

Suspect Information:
Jerry Mercado age: 25 of Connecticut