Police caught a man on bodycam trying to escape through a chimney, but getting stuck instead.

Authorities have labeled a man as an "idiot" following an incident in Boston where he ended up getting stuck in a chimney while trying to hide from the police. It all started on a Tuesday night when law enforcement officials were executing a search warrant at a residence. In an attempt to evade capture, 33-year-old Robert Langlais and another suspect decided to make a daring escape by jumping onto the roof.

Thanks to a vigilant dog walker, officers were alerted to the suspects' antics when they saw Langlais jump into the chimney. Body camera footage released by the Fall River Police shows the tense moments as officers discovered the trapped man. "You're an idiot," one officer can be heard saying as they shined a flashlight on Langlais. They then demanded that he show his hands.

Despite their efforts, the detectives were unable to free Langlais from his predicament and had to call in firefighters for assistance. According to the Fall River Police, Langlais had tried to emulate a seasonal icon by hiding in the chimney, but it didn't quite work out as planned. "Langlais quickly became stuck in the chimney and required the assistance of the very detectives he was previously fleeing from," the police department stated.

After a swift rescue operation, Langlais was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. He was subsequently arrested and charged with various offenses, including outstanding warrants and possession of drugs. It seems his attempted escape only landed him in more trouble.

For those interested in watching the dramatic events unfold, the body camera footage is available to view. In other news, Victoria is bracing for scorching temperatures as high as 45 degrees, while a woman was recently sexually assaulted at Melbourne's Flinders Street Station. Stay informed and up-to-date on all the latest news, sports, politics, and weather by downloading the 9News app. With notifications sent straight to your smartphone, you'll never miss a beat. It's available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play.

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