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Murder suspect escapes from custody at Atlanta airport: Police

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(ATLANTA) — A 20-year-old wanted for murder has escaped from custody at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, authorities said.

Jsaan Carlos Strover, 20, was handcuffed and not wearing shoes when he escaped just before 9 a.m. Thursday, Atlanta police said.

Strover was being extradited from Georgia to Arizona by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or Crime Stoppers Atlanta. The Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line is anonymous: 404-577-TIPS (8477) or online at www.StopCrimeATL.com

A reward up to $2,000 has been offered.

This story is developing. Check back for updates.

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