Sheriff: 37-year-old man escapes Muskingum County Jail; search underway

Wayne Pletcher, 37, was able to escape the jail at 5:09 p.m., according to the sheriff’s office.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a Zanesville man who they say escaped from the county jail Saturday evening.

At 5:09 p.m., Wayne Pletcher, aged 37, managed to flee from the jail, as reported by the sheriff’s office. It is suspected that he dashed onto 4th Street, situated just outside the detention center, with the aid of a woman.

Pletcher is characterized as approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing 240 pounds, sporting the name “Victoria” inked on the right side of his neck and full-sleeve tattoos on both arms. He was last spotted in a tan shirt and pants.

Pletcher was being held on several felony charges, including tampering with evidence and an issuance of a warrant upon failure to appear.

The sheriff’s office said there were no injuries connected to the escape.

The matter is currently under active investigation. Individuals possessing any relevant details are urged to reach out to the Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office at 740-452-3637, Extension 1.

This is an developing story. Stay with 10TV for more updates.

AT 1709 HOURS AN INMATE ESCAPED FROM THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY JAIL. WAYNE S PLETCHER WAS ABLE TO ESCAPE THE JAIL AND FLED…

Posted by Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, February 1, 2025

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