New Orleans Jail Break: Search Underway for 9 Inmates
The escaped inmates are considered armed and dangerous, and authorities are warning the public to be cautious. The search operation is ongoing, with multiple agencies involved, and a reward is being offered for information leading to the recapture of the remaining escapees.
A massive search operation is underway in New Orleans after 10 inmates, including several facing murder charges, escaped from the Orleans Parish Jail, with authorities suspecting an inside job and warning that the remaining 9 escapees are considered armed and dangerous.
The inmates broke through a wall behind a toilet and slipped through a gap, leaving taunting messages, including "To Easy LoL," behind. One inmate, Kendall Myles, was recaptured in the French Quarter, while the remaining 9 are still at large. The FBI and US Marshals have joined the search, with police warning that anyone who helped the inmates will be charged.
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities urging the public to report any suspicious activity. The jail break occurred around midnight, and the inmates were discovered missing during a headcount at 8:30 am on Friday morning. Three employees have been placed on suspension and an internal investigation is underway, with Sheriff Susan Hutson blaming defective doors and locks for the escape.
The escapees include several high-profile inmates, such as Derrick Groves, convicted of double murder, and Corey Boyd, accused of second-degree murder. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for tips leading to their recapture. The jail is on full lockdown, and the search for the remaining escapees is continuing, with authorities working to determine how the inmates managed to escape and who may have assisted them.
As the search for the remaining 9 inmates continues, authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any information that may lead to their recapture. The incident has raised concerns about the security and safety of the Orleans Parish Jail, and an investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the escape.