New Details Released in Louisiana Jail Escape as Investigators Search for Final Fugitive

New details released in Louisiana jail escape as investigators search for final fugitive

(LOUISIANA) -- Officials are raising concerns about the conditions in a Louisiana jail as investigators continue to search for a man who authorities said escaped the facility with two others last week by scaling down a wall.

Neglected repairs played a role in escape of St. Landry jail inmates, sheriff says

Three inmates escaped from St. Landry Parish Jail due to longstanding structural issues, according to Sheriff Bobby Guidroz. The facility's worsening conditions included overcrowding, neglect, and moisture damage.

Video Shows St. Landry Parish Inmates Jumping From Rooftop During Escape

Watch as the three inmates who escaped from the St. Landry Parish jail earlier this month take a leap from the facility's rooftop. Continue reading…