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Wahoo Woman Escapes Handcuffs, Steals Cruiser

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(AP) — An eastern Nebraska woman arrested over the weekend has been accused of slipping out of her handcuffs and taking off in a deputy’s cruiser.

Authorities in Saunders County say 23-year-old Jessica Lewin, of Ashland, was arrested Sunday night following a disturbance report.

Lewin is accused of slipping out of her handcuffs as a deputy gathered information from witnesses. Levin also is accused of getting into the patrol car and driving away.

Authorities say Lewin later jumped out of the car following a short pursuit and was found inside a van at a nearby farmstead.

Lewin faces several charges, including theft, possession of a controlled substance and driving under suspension. Court records do not list an attorney.

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