Quincy, CA – Authorities in Quincy responded quickly after an inmate allegedly fled custody outside the Plumas County Courthouse Tuesday afternoon, resulting in a brief foot pursuit and safe apprehension.
According to the Plumas County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, shortly after 2 p.m. Deputies allege that Robert Wahlberg, 60, of Beckwourth, California, escaped from custody while being loaded for transport back to the Plumas County Correctional Facility following court proceedings. Wahlberg reportedly ran from the rear of the courthouse and headed west toward Dame Shirley Plaza.
Law enforcement officials said a Correctional Officer immediately pursued the inmate on foot. During the pursuit, an off-duty Sheriff’s Court Security Officer, who happened to be in the area on an unrelated assignment, observed the escape and quickly intervened. Authorities credited the swift and decisive actions of the off-duty officer with helping to safely apprehend Wahlberg without further incident.
Wahlberg is now facing an additional charge of escape from custody. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the case will be referred to the Plumas County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.
Plumas County officials commended and thanked the off-duty officer for their vigilance and rapid response, stating their actions played a critical role in resolving the incident safely. No injuries were reported.
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