New Orleans Jailbreak: Five Inmates Still at Large, DA Launches Investigation

New Orleans Jailbreak: Five Inmates Still at Large as DA Investigates Security Lapses New Orleans, LA – A mass jailbreak at the Orleans Parish Prison on May 16th has left law enforcement searching for five inmates who remain at large. Ten inmates initially escaped, raising serious questions about security protocols at the facility. District Attorney Jason Williams is leading an investigation into the circumstances of the escape. "We can only follow the evidence," stated Williams in an interview, "and the evidence suggests that it was more than a single person who participated in helping these individuals make good their escape." The investigation is focusing on potential inside assistance, given the coordinated nature of the escape. Adding to concerns, officials revealed that the security guard responsible for monitoring the prison's cameras was on a lunch break during the escape. Williams questioned how the inmates knew about the absence of surveillance, suggesting a possible breach of security information. He emphasized the need for accountability in the wake of the incident. "There has to be accountability," Williams stressed. "A lot of folks are focused on the capture, as are we, but we can't let that stop us from investigating how it occurred and who was involved." The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working diligently to apprehend the remaining five fugitives. The incident highlights the urgent need for a thorough review of security measures at the Orleans Parish Prison to prevent future escapes.