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2 Virginia inmates escape through hole in wall, captured at IHOP
The hole made in the wall through which the inmates made their escape (March 20, 2023) Newport News Sheriff’s Office photo NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - Two inmates managed to escape Monday through a hole in the wall, but are now back in custody. According to the Newport News Sheriff’s Office, John Garza, 37, and Arley Nemo, 43, were discovered missing from their cell during an evening routine head count on March 20.After a preliminary investigation, officials discovered the two men exploited a construction design weakness, utilizing tools constructed from a toothbrush and metal object. This facilitated their access to untied reinforcing bars between the walls, which allowed them to get out. Once outside, but still within the containment wall, Garza and Nemo scaled the wall and escaped. John M.