Work Release escape from Cedar Rapids area
September 18th, 2020 by Ric Hanson
CEDAR RAPIDS – The Iowa Department of Corrections reports 53-year old James William George Jr., who was convicted of Robbery 2nd Degree and other crimes in Linn County, failed to report back to the Larry A Nelson Residential Center as required Thursday night.
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James W. George, Jr.
(IA DOC photo)
George is a 5-foot 9-inches tall black male, who weighs 207 pounds. He was admitted to the work release facility on March 26, 2020.
Persons with information on George’s whereabouts should contact local police.