Summary
Nine men who escaped from a New Orleans city jail pleaded not guilty to escape charges. They allegedly got out by removing a toilet and squeezing through a wall hole. A 10th inmate is still missing, and authorities are continuing their search.
Key Facts
- Nine men are accused of escaping from a New Orleans jail in May.
- They reportedly removed a toilet and squeezed through a hole to escape.
- The escapees climbed over a barbed wire fence after getting out.
- A 10th inmate, Derrick Groves, is still missing and considered a fugitive.
- All escapees are charged with simple escape, which can lead to 2-5 years in prison.
- Video footage shows the men running out of the jail during the night.
- The breakout went unnoticed until a head count the next morning.
- Sixteen people have been arrested for helping the escapees, including family members.
