Inmates Charged with Murder and Other Crimes Escape from New Orleans Jail

Nearly a dozen inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail on Friday morning, prompting an urgent response from multiple law enforcement agencies. Authorities confirmed that the New Orleans Police Department was notified at 10:30 a.m. about the escape of 11 prisoners from the local sheriff's facility.

New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick addressed the public in a news conference, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. "This is an urgent and a serious situation," she stated. Upon receiving the notification, Kirkpatrick immediately offered the full resources of her agency to the sheriff’s department in the ongoing efforts to recapture the escapees.

In her remarks, Superintendent Kirkpatrick appealed directly to residents: "Please be mindful. We know or have asked for pictures of these escapees from the sheriff's office... We do also want to make an appeal to the public that if you see something, and you just think this is not right, don't hesitate. Call 911."

Local authorities have cautioned that anyone found assisting an escapee will face charges as an accomplice. The search effort includes a specialized violent offender warrant squad, with additional support from the FBI and U.S. Marshals. At least one of the escapees has reportedly already been apprehended.

Key details currently known:

• Number of escapees: 11
• Time of notification to police: 10:30 a.m.
• At least one escapee has been captured
• Multi-agency search underway, including federal partners

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office has not yet released further comments regarding the incident. Authorities continue to urge the community to remain vigilant and report any possible sightings of individuals matching the descriptions of the escapees.