Dramatic moment Ohio drug convict ESCAPES courthouse – despite cop throwing himself head-first down steps to catch him

DRAMATIC footage reveals the moment a convict escapes court despite a heroic cop diving down stairs to catch him.

Nickolaus Garrison has been on the run since Tuesday after fleeing from deputies inside the Highland County Courthouse in Ohio.

The 34-year-old drug convict's amazing escape was captured on the building's CCTV system.

Footage shows Garrison break loose from two sheriff's deputies just as he was being led into a courtroom during his sentencing.

He shakes off the pair during a routine pat down and sprints past stunned court officials.

The criminal then bursts out of the chamber and dashes down a flight of stairs with uniformed deputies in tow.

One fearless cop is seen hurling himself over the railing and onto the steps in a desperate attempt to grab Garrison.

Deputy Ben Reno suffered four broken ribs and a concussion during his brave attempt to collar the crook.

“He’s still hurting a lot,” said Highland County Sheriff Donnie Barrera before adding “but he’s more frustrated than anything.”

At the end of the clip, an older court officer is seen slowly plodding down the stairs but by then Garrison is long gone.

County officials are now asking for the public’s help in locating the fugitive, .

Garrison, of Hillsboro, was sentenced to nearly two years on a felony conviction of possession of methamphetamine.

Anyone with any information regarding Garrison’s whereabouts is urged to call the Highland County Sheriff’s office on 937-393-1421.