Authorities in New Orleans have arrested a jail maintenance worker accused of aiding in the escape of 10 inmates from Orleans Parish Jail. According to reports, the inmates escaped by removing a toilet and sink fixture inside their cell and crawling through the resulting hole.
The escape occurred on a Friday morning, but it took staff several hours to notice the inmates were missing. Since then, law enforcement has captured five of the escapees, including 19-year-old Corey Boyd, who was taken into custody on Tuesday evening. The remaining five inmates are still at large, sparking a large-scale manhunt.
Details of the Incident
- Sterling Williams, the jail maintenance worker, has been charged with helping the inmates escape and malfeasance in office.
- Authorities believe Williams facilitated the breakout by shutting off the jail’s water supply to enable the removal of toilet and sink units.
- The incident raises significant security concerns within the Orleans Parish Jail.
Ongoing Investigation
The New Orleans Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating to locate the remaining escapees and enhance security protocols to prevent future incidents. The situation remains under close watch as the manhunt continues.
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