Topline
A New Orleans prison is on lockdown Friday after a group of 11 inmates escaped confinement, according to local authorities, who told reporters the escapees should be considered armed and dangerous.
Local and state law enforcement officials have begun a search for the escapees. (Photo by Chris … More
Key Facts
Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson said in a news conference Friday the Orleans Parish jail was on full lockdown following the escape, which was discovered after a routine headcount was conducted at 8:30 a.m. local time.
A search is underway for the escapees, according to a statement from Hutson.
The escapees’ charges range from illegal weapons possession to murder, according to court documents cited by Fox 8 in New Orleans.
Orleans Parish Jail is located between Tulane Avenue and Interstate 10, about two miles west of the French Quarter.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.