Update: The escaped inmate was recaptured at 11:40pm Friday night without incident and is back in jail according to Evangeline Parish Sheriff Office.
Original Story:
The Evangeline Parish Sheriff Department is currently seeking the whereabouts of an escaped inmate. On the 25 of November 2022 an Correction Deputy was returning to the jail with a inmate, when the inmate took off running and escaped.
Authorities say he should be considered dangerous and possibly armed.
If he is seen, please contact the Evangeline Parish Sheriff Department, 911, or your local police department.
