Criminal Motives

Derek Groves Caught: Final New Orleans Escapee Found Hiding in Atlanta Crawl Space


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🚨 BREAKING: Derek Groves Captured in Atlanta | Last New Orleans Jail Escapee Found Hiding in Basement Crawl SpaceAfter a five-month nationwide manhunt, U.S. Marshals have captured Derek Groves, the final inmate from the New Orleans jail escape that shocked Louisiana earlier this year. Authorities tracked Groves to a home in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was discovered hiding in a crawl space beneath the floor after tear gas and K-9 units were deployed.In this video, I break down every detail of how the Atlanta SWAT team cornered New Orleans’ most wanted man — and the shocking details about his double escape history.You’ll also see how Crime Stoppers tips, federal agencies, and months of surveillance finally brought him down.🔎 In This Video:How U.S. Marshals and Atlanta SWAT located Derek GrovesWhy this is not his first prison escapeThe 5-month investigation that led from New Orleans to AtlantaThe shocking family reaction and what Groves’ mother revealedSpeculation on who helped him and why he chose AtlantaMy thoughts on how a man like this keeps escaping custody🧠 True Crime Analysis:Derek Groves is being called an “escape artist” — but what drove him to risk everything again? From disguises and cross-state travel to hiding in plain sight, this case reveals the mindset of a man who refuses to stay behind bars.I’ll also explore how law enforcement closed in, the psychological side of repeat offenders, and what’s next for Groves and anyone who may have helped him.Timestamp:00:00 – Welcome Back & Case Update0:16 – The Last Escapee Captured in Atlanta0:25 – What Today’s Video Covers0:28 – Like, Share & Subscribe (True Crime Community)0:53 – SWAT Surrounds Home in Atlanta1:06 – SWAT Finds New Orleans’ Most Wanted1:16 – Derek Groves Arrested in Basement Crawl Space1:21 – News Anchor Coverage: The 10 Escapees1:33 – How Crime Stoppers Helped Catch Groves1:38 – Reporter Details the Capture on Honeysuckle Street1:50 – SWAT Deploys Tear Gas and K-9 Units2:07 – Host Reaction: “This Guy Is Different”2:32 – How Groves Outsmarted Police2:55 – His Arrogance & Blowing Kisses at the Camera3:07 – Can He Escape Again?3:23 – Crime Stoppers Tip Leads to Breakthrough3:39 – Task Force Formation & Investigation Details4:11 – U.S. Marshal Brian Far on Collaborative Effort4:36 – Questions About Groves’ Disguise and Activities4:49 – Reporter Wrap-Up & Transition4:51 – Reaction to Mother’s Interview5:19 – Mother’s Statement: “I’m Glad It’s Over”5:22 – Host Reaction: The Family’s Ordeal5:45 – Emotional Toll of a Fugitive Family6:05 – Remembering the Original 10 Escapees6:27 – Past Escapee Who Asked Trump for a Pardon6:53 – Investigation Not Over: Expect More Arrests7:06 – Did He Have Help Escaping?7:24 – Who Hid Him in Atlanta?7:49 – How Did He Survive for 5 Months?8:11 – Why Atlanta? Possible Motives & Connections8:26 – His Disguises: The Escape Artist Returns8:54 – Living Disguised as a Woman9:00 – Why Atlanta Was the Perfect Hideout9:32 – Possible Local Connections in Atlanta9:45 – Final Thoughts & Viewer Discussion9:50 – Comment, Like & Follow for More True Crime10:00 – Subscribe on YouTube & Substack10:09 – Closing Remarks & Sign-Off

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