Fugitives are individuals who have escaped from legal custody or are evading law enforcement to avoid arrest, trial, or imprisonment. This term typically refers to people on the run due to criminal charges or convictions, although it can also apply to those fleeing from war, persecution, or danger in broader contexts. Fugitives may seek to avoid capture by relocating, using false identities, or employing various methods to evade detection. The pursuit of fugitives can involve local, national, or international law enforcement agencies, often employing resources like fugitive task forces, warrants, and extradition processes.
The capture of Mohamed Amra in Bucharest ends a nine-month international pursuit for the notorious drug trafficker. Amra is accused of orchestrating a violent escape in France, using military-grade weapons,…