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New Orleans sheriff faces intense criticism after 10 escape from jail she runs: 'Unacceptable'
After 11 people escaped the jail, Sheriff Susan Hutson swiftly faced criticism about her office's handling of the incident.
FBI issues update on New Orleans mass prison break
The FBI has escalated its involvement in the ongoing search for seven inmates who are still at large after escaping from the ...
Challengers in Orleans Parish Sheriff’s race say jailbreak should preclude Hutson’s re-election
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Three challengers hoping to unseat Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson this fall say the escape of 10 ...
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Long stays, broken locks: Escape puts spotlight on New Orleans' long-troubled jail
Friday's early morning escape was the largest ever at the 9-year-old lockup, where longstanding, documented problems at the ...
Mayor Cantrell urges vigilance as manhunt for escaped inmates continues in New Orleans, says public is safe
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell says residents remain safe as local, state, and federal agencies continue searching for ...
City, state leaders call for sheriff’s office audit after jailbreak
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - City and state officials are demanding a full audit of the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office following a jailbreak that led to 10 violent offenders escaping from the Orleans Justice ...