Six Still Missing After New Orleans Prison's Mass Escape

New Orleans Prison Break: Six Still at Large After Mass Escape A mass prison break in New Orleans has left six inmates still at large, prompting a nationwide manhunt. Ten inmates escaped the Orleans Justice Center last week, using a remarkably audacious method. They removed a toilet, broke through the wall behind it, and scaled the prison fence using blankets to avoid the barbed wire. The escape was not reported to state law enforcement for approximately ten hours. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry stated, “This massive jailbreak, which my statistics tell me could be the largest jailbreak in the history of the state, should never have happened.” Police have since arrested a maintenance worker who allegedly assisted the escapees, claiming he was threatened. Colonel Robert Hodges, Louisiana State Police Superintendent, commented on the ongoing challenge: “They’re constantly moving because they have help from the public. Unfortunately, they have friends and family members who are helping them. We end up getting there just a little too late.” Authorities are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the remaining six escapees. The ages of the escapees range from 19 to 42, and they face a range of serious charges, including murder and aggravated assault. The incident highlights serious security concerns at the Orleans Justice Center and underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in apprehending those who escape with assistance.