Police in New Orleans have arrested five more individuals in connection with the recent jail break at the Orleans Parish Correctional Facility, bringing the total number of accusations against accomplices to 12. The suspects are accused of aiding escaped inmates, including the fugitive Lenton Vanburen Jr., with some being family members or accomplices. Authorities continue their search for the remaining fugitives, who are considered armed and dangerous.
The latest arrests include Lenika Vanburen, 28, Patricia Vanburen, 18, Tyshanea “Minnie” Randolph, 27, Lenton Vanburen Sr., 47, and Angel McKey, 40. A source confirmed to Fox News that Vanburen Sr. is the father of one of the escaped inmates, Lenton Vanburen Jr., who remains at large. Authorities executed a search warrant at a residence in New Orleans’ 7th District in an attempt to find Vanburen, but he was not present. These arrests mark the latest developments in the ongoing investigation into the jail break, with additional suspects being apprehended in the days leading up to these actions.
The arrests come days after another suspect, Emmitt Weber, 28, was apprehended for allegedly helping two of the inmates after the jailbreak. As of Sunday, five of the ten escaped inmates remain at large, with the most recent arrest being Corey Boyd, taken into custody on Tuesday. Other inmates captured include Kendell Myles, Robert Moody, Dkenan Dennis, and Gary Price. Two others, Casey Smith and Cortnie Harris, have been arrested for allegedly aiding the escapees. Additionally, Connie Weeden, 59, was charged with one felony count of accessory after the fact for allegedly giving cash to Donald via a cellphone app.
Authorities have warned the public that the remaining fugitives are considered armed and dangerous, emphasizing the severity of the situation and the potential risks to the community. The ongoing investigation continues as law enforcement works to locate all individuals involved in the jail break and bring charges against them. The case has drawn significant attention due to the scale of the escape and the involvement of multiple accomplices, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and cooperation from the public. The search for the fugitives remains a priority as authorities strive to ensure public safety and bring justice to the victims of the jail break.