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May 23, 2025

Louisiana police arrest third accomplice in Orleans Parish jailbreak

Connie Weeden, 59, is charged with aiding escape from Orleans Parish jail. Authorities continue search for fugitives, warning public of armed and dangerous individuals.

May 22, 2025

New Orleans district attorney blasts sheriff over botched prison escape investigation

Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams scorched Sheriff Susan Hutson for failing to order an investigation into the crime scene where 10 inmates escaped from jail.

May 22, 2025

Aunt urges convicted murderer to surrender as Orleans Parish jail manhunt continues

Derrick Groves, one of five Orleans Parish jail escapees, urged by his aunt to surrender. Sheriff Hutson suspends re-election campaign amid security concerns.

May 22, 2025

Former New Orleans police chief criticizes sheriff's 'checkered past' after jailbreak

After 10 inmates escape from Orleans Parish Prison, Sheriff Susan Hutson is under fire for leadership failures, prompting a pause in her re-election efforts.

May 21, 2025

Two more arrested for allegedly aiding New Orleans jailbreak fugitives

Two more alleged co-conspirators have been arrested following Friday's early-morning prison break from a New Orleans jail, according to a source familiar with the investigation.

May 21, 2025

Democratic lawmakers demand Louisiana sheriff resign after 10 inmates escape jail

Two Louisiana Democrats are calling on Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson to resign following the escape of 10 inmates.

May 21, 2025

Louisiana attorney general expects more arrests in New Orleans jail escape investigation

Attorney General Liz Murrill joined "Fox & Friends" Wednesday morning to discuss the progress in capturing five remaining escapees from a New Orleans jail.

May 20, 2025

Fifth escaped inmate from New Orleans jail recaptured after days on the run

Louisiana State Police recaptured Corey Boyd, 19, in New Orleans. Boyd, an escapee from jail, faces charges for the murder of Brandon Fees in 2024.

May 20, 2025

New Orleans officials grilled over 'coordinated' 10-inmate jailbreak

Louisiana authorities have arrested a jail worker who allegedly helped 10 inmates escape from the Orleans Parish Jail.

May 20, 2025

New booking photos released of recaptured Louisiana inmates as manhunt continues

Louisiana officials released new booking pictures of inmates that have been recaptured after they escaped jail on Friday.