Two White County Jail Escapees Reportedly Spotted

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White County authorities say two missing inmates who escaped from the White County Jail Saturday have reportedly been spotted. Several motorists have reported to authorities that they saw two men matching the description of the two escapees, 24 year-old Zachary Shock and 61 year-old Johnny Tipton, between Norris City and Omaha, Illinois. Eyewitnesses say the men were walking on the side of the road and running into a wooded area. Shock is described as 5’10’, 175 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. Tipton is described as 5’9′, 200 pounds with gray hair and blue eyes.  The White County Sheriff’s Office says the three men used a pipe to break a hole in a brick wall The third man, Justin Bray, was captured east of Crossville Saturday after a police chase and crash. Authorities say three people have been arrested and charged with aiding and abetting. The two remaining escapees are considered dangerous and should not be approached. Anyone with information is asked to contact the White County Sheriff’s Office at 618-382-5321.