New Orleans Jailbreak: 11 Inmates Escape, Manhunt Underway

New Orleans Jailbreak: 11 Inmates Escape, One Apprehended Eleven inmates escaped from the Orleans Parish Justice Center in New Orleans early Friday morning. The escape was discovered during a routine headcount around 8:30 a.m. Sheriff Susan Hutson immediately addressed the public, stating, "We are working diligently to recapture the remaining inmates." The sheriff's office has identified all 11 escapees and released their mugshots to the public. One inmate, Kendall Myles, was apprehended in the French Quarter after a foot pursuit. Authorities are investigating how the inmates managed to escape and are considering the remaining escapees armed and dangerous. New Orleans Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick emphasized the urgency of informing the public, saying, "Even if we didn't have pictures ready, we needed to let our public know." The incident has raised serious concerns about security at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, located just three miles from the popular French Quarter. The ongoing manhunt and investigation highlight the potential risks to public safety. The quick apprehension of one inmate offers a glimmer of hope for a swift resolution to this situation.