Update:
Hughes was taken back into custody on May 24.
According to the Department of Corrections, for unknown reasons he was released from Baltimore's Central Booking on May 21.
Original Story:
A fugitive is on the loose after disappearing from Baltimore's Central Booking facility.
Franklin Hughes, 30, was in custody for violating probation on a child porn conviction.
The Maryland Department of Corrections said Hughes was scheduled to be transferred to Baltimore County.
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Department of Corrections
An investigation is underway to determine how he got away.
Court records show Hughes with a long criminal history.
Anyone knowing Hughes’ whereabouts is asked to call 911.