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Louisiana Inmate Tra’Von Johnson Escapes Jail Again Amid Ongoing Manhunt for New Orleans Escapees

Tra’Von Johnson, 19, escapes from Tangipahoa Parish Jail for the second time, as authorities continue searching for five inmates from a New Orleans jailbreak.


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Tra’Von Johnson, 19, escaped from Tangipahoa Parish Jail on May 22, marking his second escape in a year. He was awaiting trial for a 2022 home invasion that resulted in a death. Johnson's escape was discovered hours later after a public tip-off. Meanwhile, law enforcement is still searching for five of ten inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail on May 16, with five already recaptured. The New Orleans escape involved inmates removing a toilet to create an exit, leading to serious scrutiny of jail security and staff practices.

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Fourth person charged with helping escaped New Orleans inmates
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"…The additional arrest comes nearly a week after the brazen jailbreak through a hole behind a metal toilet and as authorities continue to search for five of the inmates."

Another Louisiana inmate has escaped jail – for the 2nd time
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"…Johnson escaped while awaiting trial for murder and attempted murder for his alleged role in a 2022 home invasion in which a man died and a child was injured."

Fourth person arrested, accused of aiding inmate in New Orleans jail escape
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"…A fourth person has been arrested in connection with the escape of 10 inmates last week from a New Orleans jail, authorities said."

Inmate manages to escape from a Louisiana jail for the second time in a year
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"…Authorities say they became suspicious when a member of the public called the sheriff’s office shortly before 10 p.m. Thursday, questioning whether Johnson was still in custody."

Louisiana police arrest third accomplice in Orleans Parish jailbreak
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"…Authorities have reminded the public that these individuals are considered armed and dangerous."

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