News Summary
Antoine Massey, a fugitive who escaped from the Orleans Justice Center, was apprehended in the Hollygrove area of New Orleans. He managed to break out with another inmate through a hole in a cell wall. The escape raised concerns over prison security, especially since the authorities were unaware for over seven hours. With Derrick Groves still on the loose, law enforcement is actively seeking tips from the public while emphasizing the importance of community vigilance.
New Orleans – Antoine Massey, a 32-year-old fugitive, was apprehended in the Hollygrove area of New Orleans on June 27, following his escape from the Orleans Justice Center on May 16. Massey was one of two last remaining inmates who broke free, with Derrick Groves still at large.
Massey and nine other inmates managed to escape by creating a hole behind a toilet in their cell and then scaling a barbed-wire fence. The cell wall from which they broke out had the words “To Easy LoL” inscribed on it. Authorities were not aware of the escape for more than seven hours, raising concerns about security measures at the facility.
After receiving a tip regarding Massey’s location, law enforcement surrounded a rental property at around 3:30 p.m. on June 27, leading to his surrender without incident. At the time of his capture, Massey was alone in the house. Following his arrest, he was immediately transported to a secure state facility outside of the area and eventually sent to the Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola.
The search for Groves continues vigorously, with a reward for information leading to his capture escalating to $50,000, thanks to contributions from the FBI, ATF, and Crimestoppers. Groves, who has a violent criminal history including the murder of two individuals in 2018, is strongly urged to surrender peacefully.
Additionally, several individuals have been arrested in connection with the escape. Sterling Williams, a jail maintenance worker, faces ten counts of principal to simple escape and malfeasance in office, with a bond set at $1.1 million. Williams alleged he was coerced into aiding the escape by being threatened to turn off the water supply in the cell.
Massey’s criminal background is extensive; he has faced serious charges in the past including domestic abuse, theft of a motor vehicle, second-degree rape, second-degree kidnapping, and violation of a protective order involving battery in St. Tammany Parish. The recent escape marks another incident in a long history of evading law enforcement, as Massey has successfully escaped custody four times since 2007.
The local authorities are actively seeking tips from the public regarding Derrick Groves, having received over 1,200 since the jailbreak. As the search intensifies, law enforcement continues to emphasize the importance of community involvement and vigilance in helping to locate the remaining escapee.
Massey had previously surfaced on social media, asserting his innocence and pleading for help. Despite this, he now faces the consequences of his latest escape and a myriad of pending criminal charges. Meanwhile, the investigation into the jailbreak and the potential complicity of other staff members or individuals continues.
The recent events have raised questions about prison security protocols and highlight the challenges faced by law enforcement in managing repeat offenders. Authorities are determined to bring Derrick Groves into custody and are committed to enhancing safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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