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Who is Khalil Bryan? Inmate mistakenly released from New Orleans jail has long charge list
Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson is in the midst of fresh controversy after her office mistakenly released the wrong detainee from the parish jail in what she described as a clerical error. Hutson announced the unintended release of Khalil Bryan, 30, Friday afternoon. He remained at-large as of Monday morning.
2 fired, 5 suspended after inmate mistakenly walks free from jail
Two deputies have been fired after an inmate was mistakenly released from a New Orleans jail, authorities said Thursday. Khalil Bryan, 30, was released from the Orleans Justice Center on July 25 due to a "human error," and not a system failure, according to the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office. He remains at large, the sheriff's office said.
New Orleans jail mistakenly releases violent offender due to 'human error'; investigation underway
A violent offender was mistakenly released from Orleans Parish Jail due to a clerical error, and an investigation is underway as authorities work to recapture him.
Exclusive: NOLA man who was supposed to be released in Orleans jail mix-up with Khalil Bryan speaks
The 20-year-old, who stands about 5 foot 6 and smaller in stature, was mixed up with Khalil Bryan, who city officials said is about 330 lbs and well over 6 feet tall. He said Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office officials even went as far as giving Khalil his shoes and clothes when he was released.
Two deputies fired after inmate mistakenly released from New Orleans jail
Authorities revealed Thursday that two deputies have been fired after an inmate was released by mistake from a New Orleans jail. The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office said 30-year-old Khalil Bryan was released from the Orleans Justice Center on July 25 over a human error and not a system failure, ABC News reported.
Who is Khalil Bryan? Inmate mistakenly released from Orleans Justice Center now a fugitive
Khalil Bryan, 30, was in custody on multiple charges and had active warrants in both Orleans and Jefferson Parishes at the time of his release.
Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office gives update following mistaken inmate release
Officials with the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office have released an update detailing terminations, suspensions, corrective actions and an official timeline after an inmate was mistakenly
2 deputies fired, 5 suspended after inmate’s mistaken release, Sheriff Hutson says
Two deputies have been fired and five are suspended after an inmate was mistakenly released from jail last week due to "human error compounded by inadequate protocol adherence," Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson said Thursday.
2 deputies fired, 5 suspended after mistaken release of inmate from Orleans Justice Center
This incident reflects a failure in execution, and we are taking full accountability,” said Sheriff Susan Hutson.
Friday's mistaken release of Khalil Bryan is not the first of it's kind. See what happened in 2023:
According to Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office Khalil Bryan was mistakenly released and is facing multiple non-violent and violent charges.
Inmate mistakenly released from jail in 'serious error': Sheriff
Khalil Bryan, 30, was released from the Orleans Justice Center on Friday due to a "human error," when he was confused with an individual with a similar last name, according to authorities.

Federal agents searching for Khalil Bryan, Crimestoppers reward offered

It's all hands on deck across the metro area to track down two men: escaped inmate Derrick Groves and Khalil Bryan. WDSU has ...

Two city leaders call for Sheriff Hutson to seek help running troubled Orleans jail

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Two city leaders on Monday (July 28) called on Sheriff Susan Hutson to seek help running the troubled ...