Three Inmates Captured in New Orleans Main Jail Escape

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Three more inmates who escaped New Orleans' main jail are captured
was jailed on charges of attempted murder, aggravated battery and illegal possession of a firearm, was arrested Sunday, a day after the two others were captured. The trio escaped from the Orleans Parish jail early Saturday morning by using homemade ropes to scale down the building’s walls. They were able to evade guards and make it to the street, where they were picked up by a getaway vehicle. The other two inmates who were captured are identified as Jason Landry, 39, and Joseph Jackson, 33. Landry was in jail on charges of carjacking and armed robbery, while Jackson was facing charges of murder and aggravated assault. The two remaining inmates, who are still at large, are identified as William Johnson, 28, and Thomas Johnson, 34. Authorities are urging the public to be cautious and report any sightings of the escaped inmates. The escape has raised concerns about the security of the jail, as it is the third major escape in the past year. Officials have stated that they will be conducting a thorough investigation to determine how the inmates were able to escape and make improvements to prevent future incidents. The recapture of the three inmates brings some relief to the community, but the search for the remaining two continues. The public is encouraged to stay vigilant and report any information that may lead to the apprehension of the remaining fugitives." "Three inmates who escaped New Orleans' main jail have been captured, leaving two still at large. The trio used homemade ropes to scale down the building's walls and were picked up by a getaway vehicle. The captured inmates include Jermaine Donald, Jason Landry, and Joseph Jackson. The remaining fugitives, William Johnson and Thomas Johnson, are still on the loose and the public is urged to report any sightings. This is the third major jailbreak in the past year, raising concerns about the jail's security. Authorities are conducting an investigation and making improvements to prevent future incidents. The recapture of the three inmates brings some relief to the community, but the search for the remaining two continues. Stay vigilant and report any information that may lead to their apprehension."

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Jermaine Donald

Jermaine Donald is an individual known primarily for his involvement in a high-profile jail escape in 2025. He was one of ten inmates who escaped from Orleans Parish Prison in New Orleans, Louisiana, on May 16, 2025, through a hole in the wall behind a toilet. At the time of his escape, Donald was 43 years old and was incarcerated on charges including second-degree murder, aggravated battery, and illegal possession of a firearm by a felon[3]. Donald has a long criminal history, with his most recent charges dating from December 2023. He pleaded not guilty to these charges in April 2024[2]. Following the escape, Donald was apprehended on May 26, 2025, in Walker County, Texas, alongside fellow escapee Leo Tate. The arrest was carried out by the Texas Department of Public Safety with assistance from Deputy U.S. Marshals and local police[1][2][3]. The New Orleans jail escape involved several inmates charged with serious offenses, including murder or attempted murder. Authorities subsequently recaptured all ten escapees by October 8, 2025, with Donald among the last to be apprehended[3]. His capture was part of a broader law enforcement effort that utilized bodycam and dashcam footage released by the Huntsville Police Department to document the arrest process[1]. Donald remains in custody facing additional charges related to the escape and his prior criminal allegations. His case has drawn attention due to the scale of the jailbreak and the severity of the crimes involved, highlighting ongoing challenges in the management of Orleans Parish Prison and the broader criminal justice system in Louisiana.

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