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June 10, 2025 at 1:06 AM

New Orleans jail escape: Girlfriend of inmate arrested for allegedly aiding jailbreak

Derrick Groves is among 10 inmates who escaped from the Orleans Justice Center on May 16, according to Louisiana State Police.
June 10, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Inmates run through a loading dock at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, in New Orleans, May 16, 2025.
June 3, 2025 at 2:05 PM

Video appears to show escaped New Orleans inmate

Authorities are investigating a video circulating online showing a man claiming to be Antoine Massey, 32, who repeatedly claims he did not escape, but was instead released on May 16.
June 3, 2025 at 2:05 PM
VIDEO: Video appears to show escaped New Orleans inmate
May 31, 2025 at 1:05 AM

New Orleans DA pulls out of jailbreak probe amid conflict of interest allegation

Facing allegations of a conflict of interest, Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams removed himself this week from a Louisiana Attorney General-led investigation into the massive jailbreak that saw 10 men escape a New Orleans jail earlier thi...
May 31, 2025 at 1:05 AM
FILE - New Orleans District Attorney Jason Williams talks during a news conference at his office, Jan. 19, 2022, in New Orleans. (Chris Granger/The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate via AP, File)
May 30, 2025 at 4:01 AM

Jailbreak sheriff asks for DA to be removed from probe into security breach

New Orleans jailbreak sheriff asks for DA to be removed from probe into security breach.
May 30, 2025 at 4:01 AM
The cell at Orleans Justice Center in New Orleans where inmates apparently escaped from.
May 29, 2025 at 9:32 PM

Reward for tips leading to arrest of remaining New Orleans inmates now $50,000

The reward for the arrest of the two remaining inmates, Antoine Massey and Derrick Groves, who broke out of a New Orleans Jail this month, has increased to $50,000, authorities announced on Thursday.
May 29, 2025 at 9:32 PM
The reward for the arrest of the two remaining inmates, Antoine Massey and Derrick Groves, who broke out of a New Orleans Jail this month, has increased to $50,000, authorities announced on Thursday.
May 29, 2025 at 8:14 PM

Reward increases to $50,000 as 2 New Orleans inmates remain on the run

Antoine Massey and Derrick Groves are among 10 inmates who escaped from the Orleans Justice Center on May 16, according to Louisiana State Police.
May 29, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Antoine Massey and Derrick Groves are shown in these undated booking photos released by the Louisiana State Police.
May 27, 2025 at 11:12 PM

8 New Orleans inmates captured, 2 remain at large

A total of 10 inmates escaped from the Orleans Justice Center after climbing through a hole behind a toilet in the early morning hours of May 16.
May 27, 2025 at 11:12 PM
VIDEO: 8 New Orleans inmates captured, 2 remain at large
May 27, 2025 at 9:56 PM

8 New Orleans inmates captured, 2 remain missing after more than a week on the run

Eight inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail have been arrested after more than a week on the run, authorities announced.
May 27, 2025 at 9:56 PM
A screen grab taken from a handout CCTV video shows inmates running through the loading dock at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S., May 16, 2025. Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office/Handout via REUTERS    THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES. MANDATORY CREDIT
May 27, 2025 at 12:59 PM

3 more fugitives captured in Louisiana jail break

Eight of the 10 inmates who escaped from the New Orleans Justice Center have been arrested after more than a week on the run, according to authorities.
May 27, 2025 at 12:59 PM
VIDEO: 3 more fugitives captured in Louisiana jail break
May 25, 2025 at 1:45 AM

New details in the brazen New Orleans jailbreak 

A new report alleges the escaped inmates used hair clippers with multiple blades to cut through cell walls.
May 25, 2025 at 1:45 AM
New details in the brazen New Orleans jailbreak 
May 24, 2025 at 3:04 PM

7th person arrested for allegedly assisting escaped New Orleans inmates

Casey Smith, 30, was arrested on Thursday for allegedly assisting two of the 10 inmates who escaped from the Orleans Justice Center on May 16, police said.
May 24, 2025 at 3:04 PM
A screen grab taken from a handout CCTV video shows inmates running through the loading dock at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, in New Orleans, May 16, 2025.
May 24, 2025 at 12:22 PM

New Orleans jail employee arrested, accused of helping mass escape of inmates

A maintenance worker at a New Orleans jail where 10 inmates escaped has been arrested and accused of helping facilitate the breakout, officials said Tuesday.
May 24, 2025 at 12:22 PM
The cell at Orleans Justice Center in New Orleans where inmates apparently escaped from.
May 24, 2025 at 3:40 AM

The controversy over live facial recognition cameras in New Orleans

Law enforcement is coming under scrutiny over its use of live facial recognition cameras.
May 24, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Bryan Lagarde, executive director of Project N.O.L.A., a nonprofit that runs facial recognition surveillance cameras in New Orleans, watches the monitors in his office, May 19, 2025.
May 22, 2025 at 1:51 PM

2 women arrested for allegedly helping inmates escape

Two women were arrested in New Orleans after being accused of helping some of the 10 inmates who busted out of a local jail nearly a week ago.
May 22, 2025 at 1:51 PM
VIDEO: 2 women arrested for allegedly helping inmates escape
May 22, 2025 at 11:42 AM

2 people arrested for assisting fugitives wanted in New Orleans mass jailbreak

Embattled Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson announced on Wednesday that she is suspending her reelection campaign in the wake of a mass jailbreak.
May 22, 2025 at 11:42 AM
A screen grab taken from a handout CCTV video shows inmates running through the loading dock at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, in New Orleans, May 16, 2025.
May 22, 2025 at 11:35 AM

Alleged victim of prison escapee speaks to ABC News: 'This guy could come back'

The person recounted the fear of possible retaliation after the New Orleans jail escape.
May 22, 2025 at 11:35 AM
A screen grab taken from a handout CCTV video shows inmates running through the loading dock at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, in New Orleans, Louisiana, May 16, 2025.
May 22, 2025 at 2:14 AM

2 women charged for allegedly assisting fugitives wanted in New Orleans jailbreak

Two women have been arrested and charged for allegedly helping multiple fugitive inmates evade capture after breaking out of a New Orleans jail. Multiple fugitives are still on the loose.
May 22, 2025 at 2:14 AM
VIDEO: 2 women charged for allegedly assisting fugitives wanted in New Orleans jailbreak
May 21, 2025 at 12:51 PM

5th fugitive caught in New Orleans jailbreak

A fourth jail employee has also been suspended as authorities expand the investigation into whether the massive security breach was an inside job.
May 21, 2025 at 12:51 PM
VIDEO: 5th fugitive caught in New Orleans jailbreak
May 21, 2025 at 11:24 AM

5 men at large after escape from New Orleans jail, 3 charged with murder

Ten men escaped from a New Orleans jail on Friday and four have been apprehended, officials with the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office said.
May 21, 2025 at 11:24 AM
The cell at Orleans Justice Center in New Orleans where inmates apparently escaped from.
May 21, 2025 at 3:38 AM

Fifth fugitive in mass New Orleans jailbreak captured

It comes as a maintenance worker at the jail where 10 inmates escaped together was arrested for allegedly helping in the scheme.
May 21, 2025 at 3:38 AM
VIDEO: Maintenance worker charged in connection to mass New Orleans jail escape
May 21, 2025 at 2:02 AM

4 escaped New Orleans inmates captured, 6 remain at large

A fourth man has been arrested days after he and nine other inmates at the New Orleans jail broke free and fled - prompting a citywide manhunt and state-led investigations into the jail's operations.
May 21, 2025 at 2:02 AM
A fourth man has been arrested days after he and nine other inmates at the New Orleans jail broke free and fled - prompting a citywide manhunt and state-led investigations into the jail's operations.
May 20, 2025 at 6:49 PM

New Orleans jail employee arrested, accused of helping mass escape of inmates

Sterling Williams, a maintenance worker at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, was arrested and booked into jail Tuesday morning, sources familiar with the arrest told ABC News.
May 20, 2025 at 6:49 PM
VIDEO: New Orleans jail employee arrested, accused of helping mass escape of inmates
May 20, 2025 at 4:43 PM

4th escaped inmate captured in New Orleans

Home security footage captured the moment authorities arrested the fourth of 10 fugitive inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail last week. Six still remain on the loose.
May 20, 2025 at 4:43 PM
VIDEO: 4th escaped inmate captured in New Orleans
May 19, 2025 at 9:51 PM

Facial recognition technology aids in search for escaped New Orleans inmates

Two of the 10 inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail last week were caught on facial-recognition cameras walking through the French Quarter New Orleans Police confirmed to ABC News.
May 19, 2025 at 9:51 PM
VIDEO: Facial recognition technology aids search for escaped New Orleans inmates
May 19, 2025 at 2:29 PM

Manhunt continues for escaped Louisiana inmates after jail break

Seven inmates remain on the loose after escaping from a jail in New Orleans last week. The escaped men should be considered armed and dangerous, police said.
May 19, 2025 at 2:29 PM
VIDEO: Manhunt continues for escaped Louisiana inmates after jail break
May 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM

Manhunt for 7 remaining escaped inmates

Investigators say a total of ten inmates took advantage of the defective locks at the New Orleans jail. Three are now back in custody, but authorities struggle to find the rest.
May 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
VIDEO: Manhunt for 7 remaining escaped inmates
1 month ago

3 out of 10 escaped inmates captured, New Orleans authorities say

An urgent manhunt is underway following a mass escape of 10 inmates from a New Orleans jail. Authorities say three have already been captured.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 3 out of 10 escaped inmates captured, New Orleans authorities say
1 month ago

Orleans Parish DA on escaped inmates: ‘It's an absolutely unmitigated catastrophe’

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with Orleans Parish DA Jason Williams on the alleged communication breakdown among officials looking for 10 inmates who escaped a New Orleans jail by removing a toilet.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Orleans Parish DA on escaped inmates: ‘It's an absolutely unmitigated catastrophe’
1 month ago

Urgent search underway after 10 inmates escape in brazen New Orleans jailbreak

A massive manhunt is underway in New Orleans, after 10 inmates broke out of jail as authorities release dramatic surveillance video of the escape and investigate if it was an inside job.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Urgent search underway after 10 inmates escape in brazen New Orleans jailbreak
1 month ago

10 inmates escape from New Orleans jail

Ten adult men have escaped from a New Orleans jail and all should be considered armed and dangerous, officials with the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office warned.
1 month ago
Eleven adult men have escaped from a New Orleans jail and all should be considered armed and dangerous, officials with the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office warned.
1 month ago

9 men at large after escape from New Orleans jail, possibly had inside help

“These folks that were able to get out did so because of defective locks on the cells,” Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson said at a press conference Friday.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 9 men at large after escape from New Orleans jail: Sheriff’s office
1 month ago

10 men at large after escape from New Orleans jail

The men were unaccounted for during a routine headcount at the Orleans Justice Center at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson told reporters.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 10 men at large after escape from New Orleans jail