New Orleans sheriff indicted on 30 counts just days before term ends
Summary
The New Orleans sheriff, Susan Hutson, was charged with 30 counts of wrongdoing related to a large jail escape and financial fraud just days before her term ended. Her chief financial officer, Bianka Brown, also faced 20 felony charges linked to the same investigation.Key Facts
- Susan Hutson was indicted on 30 counts, including malfeasance (wrongdoing) and payroll fraud.
- The charges relate to a major jail escape on May 10, 2025, when 10 inmates escaped from the New Orleans jail.
- Hutson’s chief financial officer, Bianka Brown, was indicted on 20 felony counts.
- Hutson’s charges include malfeasance, conspiracy, filing false public records, and obstruction of justice.
- Both Hutson and Brown must post bond ($300,000 and $200,000 respectively), surrender their passports, and remain in Louisiana.
- Hutson was the first Black woman elected as New Orleans sheriff, taking office in 2022.
- Her time as sheriff included controversies like staffing issues and questionable spending during Mardi Gras.
- Hutson was voted out of office shortly after the jailbreak, and Michelle Woodfork will take over as sheriff.
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