“This was a coordinated effort, aided by individuals inside our own agency, who made the choice to break the law,” Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson said Tuesday at a meeting of the New Orleans city council’s criminal justice committee. Hutson noted the agency continues “to pursue everyone involved.”
🔍 Multistate Manhunt Intensifies
- Over 200 law enforcement officers are involved in the search, including the Louisiana State Police, the FBI, and the U.S. Marshals.
- Rewards: $10,000 from the FBI and $5,000 each from Crime Stoppers and ATF are being offered for information leading to each fugitive’s capture.
- Surveillance teams are checking bus stations, airports, and known associates.
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🏚 Jail Conditions Under Scrutiny
Sheriff Hutson acknowledged the outdated and dangerous conditions at the facility. She has requested over $5.2 million to fix broken locks and other infrastructure failures. Staffing is also a problem, with only 60% of positions currently filled.