A month after his bold escape from a New Orleans jail, Antoine Massey celebrated his 33rd birthday on June 15, 2025, still evading a massive manhunt. On May 16, 2025, Massey, a known escape artist, broke out of Orleans Parish jail with nine other inmates by exploiting a faulty cell door, removing a toilet, and climbing over barbed wire. As of June 17, 2025, he remains at large, setting a new personal record for his longest time on the run.
Massey’s rap sheet is long and troubling. Convicted of armed robbery, aggravated flight, and illegal firearm possession, he now faces charges of kidnapping and rape. This isn’t his first getaway; he’s slipped custody at least four times since 2007, cementing his reputation as a master of escape. The FBI, U.S. Marshals, and Louisiana State Police are all hunting for him, but Massey keeps slipping through their fingers.
Antoine Massey has also been active on social media. Recent Instagram posts, believed to be his, show him claiming innocence and asking for help from figures like Lil Wayne and Donald Trump. These posts sparked raids on suspected hideouts, but he’s still out there. Authorities have arrested several people suspected of helping him, yet Massey and one other escapee, Derrick Groves, remain free. A $50,000 reward is offered for information leading to his capture.
His family is desperate for him to stop running. Massey’s grandfather, Lee Taylor, made a public plea for him to surrender, expressing worry for his safety and his children’s future in a moving statement. Massey’s chess piece facial tattoos make him easy to spot, but they haven’t led to his capture yet.
Turning 33 while on the run marks a grim milestone for Massey. A month into his latest escape, he’s outlasted his past breakouts, defying authorities with every move. Will his luck hold, or is the clock ticking on his freedom? The chase continues, and Massey’s 33rd year could be his most daring yet.
