New Orleans police arrested Emmitt Weber for allegedly helping inmates escape. Five fugitives, including those with serious charges, are still on the run.

The New Orleans Police Department said officers detained four people at a home, including Emmitt Weber, 28, who was arrested on suspicion of accessory after the fact of simple escape.

Police Say New Orleans Prison Break Was 'Inside Job' — and Now 2 Women on the Outside Are Also Charged. The arrests come as half the escaped inmates remain at large, ...

Public approval for the New Orleans Police Department rose to 47% amid sharp declines in violent crime, with residents crediting partnerships and added Louisiana State Police support.