St. Louis County Police are seeking St. Louis County Justice Center inmate, Bruce Brutsman, who escaped after being transported to an area hospital after claiming he had swallowed a battery Saturday.

Brutsman, 36, was removed from the Justice Center to a hospital for treatment after allegedly swallowing a battery. While under emergency room care, he escaped on foot from the County Correctional Officer monitoring him.

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Investigators believe Brutsman stole vehicle from the 5800 block of Hampton Avenue after escaping. Be on the lookout for a white, four door, 1997 Toyota Tercel with Missouri plates SK8R4K.

Investigators believe Brutsman stole vehicle from the 5800 block of Hampton Avenue after escaping. Be on the lookout for a white, four door 1997 Toyota Tercel with Missouri plates SK8R4K.

Brutsman is described as 6-foot-6 and 240 pounds. He was placed into custody for burglary and property crime charges. Police considered him armed and dangerous.

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