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Escaped inmate recaptured after fleeing transport vehicle

WGNO 26 New Orleans

Aug 6, 2026

An escaped inmate has been placed back into custody after fleeing from a transport vehicle, Opelousas Police Department said. |!| New Orleans Opelousas

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Escaped inmate recaptured after fleeing transport vehicle

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