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Mental health patient escapes Eastern State Hospital: VSP

Mental health patient escapes Eastern State Hospital: VSP
Glenn Jefferson Large Jr.
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JAMES CITY COUNTY, Va. — A patient escaped from a mental health facility on Saturday morning James City County, prompting a search from Virginia State Police, according to a release.

Glenn Jefferson Large Jr., 50, was last seen Saturday morning around 10 a.m. wearing a gray sweater and sweatpants at Eastern State Hospital in James City County.

VSP said he climbed over a perimeter fence to escape, and while he is not considered a threat, the public is asked not to approach him if anyone sees him.

If you have any information about Large's whereabouts, contact Virginia State Police at 804-750-8789.