Answer: scrammed

AnswerCrossword Clue
SCRAMMEDGot out fast: Slang.
SCRAMMEDTook it on the lam.
SCRAMMEDVamoosed
SCRAMMEDBeat it
scrammedSCRAM, to leave quickly
scrammedShut down (a nuclear reactor) in an emergency
scrammedGo away from or get out of somewhere quickly