Anne Breaud Sues New Orleans Mayor Cantrell

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell is facing a federal civil rights lawsuit filed by Anne Breaud, the woman she previously accused of stalking. Breaud claims that Cantrell, her chief of staff, and four NOPD officers violated her rights by defaming her and including false information in a protective order, which was ultimately dismissed. The lawsuit alleges that Cantrell illegally accessed and disclosed Breaud's personal information, such as her Social Security number and an expunged arrest record, which has harmed Breaud's reputation and mental health. Breaud seeks $500,000 in damages, asserting that the mayor's actions were motivated by revenge following the release of photos depicting Cantrell dining with her former bodyguard, Jeffrey Vappie. The ongoing situation has drawn significant public attention and scrutiny towards Cantrell's administration and the NOPD's conduct.