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Inmate mistakenly released from New Orleans jail

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A New Orleans, Louisiana, inmate was mistakenly released from the same jail where ten inmates escaped in early May, the sheriff's office confirmed. A manhunt is now underway for 30-year-old Khalil Brown.

Breakdown
  • Khalil Bryan was mistakenly released from a New Orleans jail due to a clerical error. 34s
  • The sheriff said Bryan was confused with another inmate who had a similar last name. 46s
  • Bryan faces charges including aggravated assault with a weapon and has a criminal history. 1m 5s
  • The jail previously experienced a breakout involving ten inmates, most of whom have been recaptured. 1m 15s
  • An investigation has been launched into the mistaken release, and the sheriff has taken responsibility. 1m 45s
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