Cheryl McGrath, Escape, West Virginia 2018

BECKLEY, W.Va. – In a shocking turn of events, a federal inmate who escaped from the Federal Prison Camp at Alderson was sentenced to 12 months in prison. Cheryl McGrath, 51, will serve the additional time consecutively to her current sentence.

According to court records, McGrath pled guilty in November to escaping from custody. On July 26, 2018, she left the Federal Prison Camp at Alderson without permission, sparking a massive manhunt. She was apprehended the next day, a few miles from the prison.

“If you escape, we will find you,” said United States Attorney Mike Stuart. “Escapees will merely be prolonging their stay in federal prison.”

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, the United States Marshals Service, and the West Virginia State Police. Assistant United States Attorney John File prosecuted the case. United States District Judge Irene C. Berger imposed the sentence.

McGrath’s escape was a brazen move that put her fellow inmates and the community at risk. Her actions demonstrate a blatant disregard for the law and the justice system.

The sentencing of McGrath serves as a warning to those who would attempt to escape from federal custody. It is a reminder that the consequences of such actions will be severe and that justice will be served.

The people of West Virginia can rest easy knowing that the perpetrators of such crimes will be brought to justice. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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