NEW ORLEANS —

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a possible breach at the Orleans Parish Jail, according the Sheriff's office.

OPSO issued the following statement: Advertisement

"During a routine security check and inspection of jail, deputies located a possible breach. The area was secured, and the threat was mitigated before any escalation. The incident is not classified as an attempted escape," the sheriff's office said.

The sheriff's office has been asked for more information about what was found, the location within the jail, the timing of the discovery, and whether any inmates have been identified.

WDSU is waiting to hear back and have reiterated that the incident is not classified as an attempted escape.

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