Jairo Eliazar Ramirez-Lima

By Jillian Pikora From Daily Voice

A man with a history of violence escaped police custody after a DUI arrest at Phoenixville Hospital, the East Pikeland Township Police Department announced on Saturday, Oct. 25.

The escape happened around 6:59 a.m. when Jairo Eliazar Ramirez-Lima fled on foot from the hospital grounds while still in handcuffs, police said.

Ramirez-Lima was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, white or light gray sweatpants, and black sneakers, according to the release.

He has multiple active arrest warrants, including federal ICE detainers, and a record of violence and weapons offenses, authorities said.

Police emphasized there is no known active threat to the public but warned that Ramirez-Lima should be considered dangerous.

Anyone who sees Ramirez-Lima is urged to avoid contact and immediately call 9-1-1 or contact the East Pikeland Township Police Department at 610-935-0606.