History’s Greatest Escapes with Morgan Freeman, returns with a new episode, “Breakout in Plain Sight,” airing on September 16, 2024, at 9:00 PM. This installment explores a daring escape from Orange County Jail in Southern California, orchestrated by an Iranian-American psychopath, Hossein Nayeri, and his fellow inmates.
Nayeri, the mastermind behind the plan, found himself in the men’s city jail, awaiting transfer to a higher-security prison. Determined to break free, he devised a strategy to crawl up the plumbing chase and rappel down the side of the five-story prison building. It was a group effort, but Nayeri’s inability to work well with others led to conflict within the group, ultimately contributing to their capture.
The episode looks into the intricate details of the escape plan and the subsequent capture of the escapees. It provides a fascinating insight into the minds of those involved and the challenges they faced.
Through interviews, recreations, and advanced software technology, the series takes a unique look at some of history’s most daring prison breaks.
History’s Greatest Escapes with Morgan Freeman: Breakout in Plain Sight airs on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 9:00 PM on the History Channel.
