New Orleans Jail Mistakenly Releases Inmate After Prior Mass Escape

Khalil Bryan, a 30-year-old inmate with a violent criminal history, was mistakenly released from Orleans Parish Jail due to a clerical misidentification involving a similar last name. This error occurred just over two months after a major escape of 10 inmates from the same facility, where one inmate remains at large. Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson accepted full responsibility for the mistake, apologized to the public, and confirmed an internal investigation along with forthcoming disciplinary actions. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick declared Bryan a fugitive and urged him to turn himself in, warning that anyone harboring him could face prosecution. Authorities have notified victims and are working closely with law enforcement agencies to recapture Bryan and implement safeguards to prevent future errors. The incident highlights ongoing systemic issues within the jail's custody and control processes.