East Carroll Parish, LA – Louisiana State Police confirmed that four inmates remain at large following an early morning escape from the Riverbend Detention Center in East Carroll Parish on Friday, January 30, 2026.
According to the East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office, eight inmates were discovered missing around 12:20 a.m. from the facility. Authorities said the group escaped during the overnight hours, prompting a multi-agency search that now includes the Louisiana State Police Detectives–Monroe Field Office.
Officials said four inmates have since been captured — identified as Savon Wheeler, 31; Hugo Molina, 27; and Trenton Taplin, 29. The four still unaccounted for are Destin Brogan, 22; Kevin Slaughter, 25; Kolin Loney, 21; and Kopelon Vicknair, 19.
Police warn that the fugitives are considered violent offenders and should not be approached. Anyone who spots them or has information about their whereabouts is urged to contact Louisiana State Police Troop F at (318) 345-0000 or the East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 559-2800. Tips can also be reported anonymously online at lsp.org or by calling 1-800-434-8007.
Authorities say the investigation remains active, with updates expected as additional information becomes available.
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