Philadelphia prisoner escapes officers at hospital while still handcuffed: police

 A man accused of stealing a car in Philadelphia escaped from police custody while being handcuffed at a hospital Monday morning, authorities said.

Aleem Borden, 29, is on the run after fleeing from authorities around 6:45 a.m. at Temple University Episcopal Hospital at 100 East Lehigh Avenue in Kensington, FOX29 Philadelphia reports.

The two officers were walking back to their patrol car when Borden sped away.

The Philadelphia Police Department said Borden had his hands tied behind his back when he fled. Surveillance video showed him running through the parking lot of a local gas station with his hands behind his back.

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According to officials, officers arrested Borden after finding him sleeping inside the car. Borden attempted to flee and reportedly hit a police car before being taken into custody by officers.

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Borden complained of pain during his processing and officers took him to a hospital for treatment, where he escaped.

Police said Borden has a criminal history – though they did not provide specific details – and warned the public not to approach the suspect.

Authorities asked anyone with information about Borden's whereabouts to contact police.