Lawyers say Anthony Hunt was kept locked in a flooded jail cell prior to his death from an overdose, despite clear signs that he needed medical attention.
Local police were able to provide limited details regarding the Tuesday incident.
The 5th Circuit affirmed a 2021 order requiring the city to move forward with Phase III facility, finding all of its arguments unconvincing.
The ruling comes just days after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade decision that established the fundamental right to abortion.
Williams called the court decision overturning Roe 'cruel and irresponsible.' His position could lead to conflict with the state's top prosecutor, AG Jeff Landry, who is staunchly anti-abortion and supports prosecution.
The youths were transferred to Alabama without notice, according to the Louisiana Center for Children’s Rights.
The sheriff defended her decision to reassign courthouse staff despite criticism from judges, councilmembers.
Records show that dozens of children have been held out of state in recent years. Advocates say that they are being kept away from families and lawyers.
Court hearings will be held virtually due to ‘temporary’ reassignment.
