"Anytime a fugitive who's on the lam put his head above water, it's helpful," one expert said as police continue to hunt for two escaped inmates.

On May 16, around 2 a.m., officials said Groves and two other escapees were seen walking in downtown New Orleans. Law enforcement said its the last confirmed time Groves was spotted. Nearly three weeks later and officials said Groves could be disguising himself in plain sight.