Authorities in Pennsylvania said an escaped murder convict climbed onto the roof of the prison and fled.

<div class="block">Authorities in Pennsylvania said an escaped murder convict climbed onto the roof of the prison and fled.</div>

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Authorities: PA Inmate Escaped Prison by Climbing on Roof

Authorities believe they know how a convicted murderer was able to escape from a Pennsylvania prison last Thursday. Sources tell CNN that Danelo Caval Cone climbed onto the roof of the Chester County prison and that's how he was able to flee. Court documents confirm another inmate was able to escape from the same facility back in May. In a news conference yesterday. The Chester County D A said the prison has made efforts to correct those vulnerabilities. Two school districts in the area closed for a second day as police continue to search for the fugitive.