Eleven inmates escaped from the Orleans Parish Justice Center in Louisiana, with authorities discovering their absence during a routine head count at 8:30 a.m. on Friday. Sheriff Susan Hutson described the situation as “very serious and unacceptable.” The circumstances of the escape remain unclear, but Chief Christopher Goodly from the sheriff’s office has stated that the escapees should be considered armed and dangerous.
In response to the escape, law enforcement officials immediately initiated a coordinated search operation. At least one of the escapees has been apprehended, according to New Orleans police. Sheriff Hutson emphasized the importance of public safety, urging residents not to engage or approach the inmates. She reassured the community that a full-scale search is underway in collaboration with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
The sheriff’s office has reached out to local and state police, as well as the Louisiana Department of Corrections, to enhance their search efforts. The situation remains fluid, and authorities are actively working to recapture the escapees. Sheriff Hutson advised the public to remain vigilant and alert as developments continue to unfold. This is an evolving story, and updates are expected as the search progresses.
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