Orleans Parish Jail has mistakenly released a violent offender following a clerical error as confirmed by the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Khalil Bryan was released on Friday, even though he faced multiple charges. Speaking to the media, the office confirmed that an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Sheriff Susan Hutson released a statement acknowledging responsibility for the mistake that led to the release of Khalil Bryan.
“The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office takes full responsibility for the clerical error that led to the mistaken release of Khalil Bryan, and we offer our sincere apology to the public, our law enforcement partners, and the court.
This incident was the result of human error: a misidentification based on a shared last name between two individuals. We are currently conducting a full internal investigation, and I can confirm that disciplinary actions will occur,” she said
“Mr. Bryan is facing violent and non-violent charges, and we are coordinating closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure his swift return to custody. Most importantly, the victims in these matters have been notified. We are implementing safeguards to prevent this from happening again. Public safety remains our highest priority,” she continued
According to a report at the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office, Bryan was facing charges of illegal possession of stolen property, possession of drug paraphernalia, and resisting an officer.
He also faced aggravated assault with a firearm, domestic abuse, child endangerment, and home invasion, according to a court case at the Criminal District Court Section H.