Minor flees court hearing

Bloomington Police arrested an underage male on June 24 for running away after a court hearing and continuing to defy officers.

The 16-year-old faces preliminary charges for resisting and escaping law enforcement.

BPD reports said around 11:55 a.m. the minor fled the Monroe County Justice Building, 301 N. College Ave., after he was ordered to continue his detention sentence.  

Sgt. Scott Oldham and Officer Chris Ryan spotted him at the intersection of West 7th and North Madison streets. After catching the boy, a struggle continued on the gravel-coated ground and the two officials were left with scratches on their arms, according to police reports.  

The boy was then shackled and handcuffed. He waited in a jury room with court bailiffs until sheriff transportation arrived, said reports.