Inmate serving murder sentence escapes custody in Delano, California

An inmate named Cesar Hernandez escaped from custody in Delano, California, while being transported for a court appearance. He jumped from a transport van at the Kern County Superior Courthouse. Hernandez, who is serving time for murder, was wearing an orange prison jumpsuit and white thermals at the time of his escape. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has advised the community to stay alert and report any suspicious activity. Local police are assisting in the search for Hernandez.