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• Stop the Violence March Planned in Abbeville on Saturday Play Video

  December 28, 2012 7:35 PM

  Citizens in Abbeville say they want to take back their community after what they're calling "senseless violence." It has been a violent year in the City of Abbeville, 8 murders, still several unsolved. "It could be anyone at anytime that lose their life over nothing." Lawrence Levy is... more »

• Abbeville Police Asking for the FBI's Assistance in the Rita Jordan Murder Case

  September 12, 2012 6:13 PM

  The Abbeville Police Department is asking for the FBI's assistance in investigating the murder of an elderly woman. Four months ago, 71-year-old Rita Jordan was found stabbed to death inside her Abbeville home. She had been babysitting her one-year-old great grandchild. Police believe she tried to fight off her attacker.... more »

• Abbeville Police Honored for Heroic Rescue Play Video

  January 3, 2012 11:30 PM

  In Abbeville, a daring rescue by police officers on Christmas Eve was recognized by the Mayor and Council Members. Less than two weeks ago, a home on Charity Street caught fire. Abbeville Senior Patrol Officer Joshua J. Hebert said when they arrived on scene the back of the house... more »

• Abbeville Police Step Up Patrols After Series of Business Burglaries Play Video

  December 21, 2011 10:24 PM

  Abbeville Police are stepping up patrols after several burglaries across the city. Police believe a single suspect is responsible for roughly seven burglaries in the past two weeks, almost all at area businesses. Beth Looney runs Curves in Abbeville, and until last Friday, thought it was a safe place... more »

• Abbeville Residents Concerned After Officer Involved Shooting Play Video

  December 13, 2011 7:30 PM

  Some people are alleging Abbeville Police went too far when an officer opened fire in the middle of a neighborhood. The sheriff said the officers were only trying to protect citizens as well as themselves. Abbeville resident, Gloria Walker, said, "the kids. Someone could have died and the way... more »

• City of Abbeville fires two Police Officers, suspends two others Play Video

  November 29, 2011 11:29 PM

  The Abbeville City Council fires a pair of police officers even though Chief Tony Hardy suggested suspensions. After more than three-hours of discussion in executive session, council moved to terminate the pair of Abbeville Officers for violating department policies. Officers Rusty Meaux and Isiah Rochon were the two relieved... more »

• Abbeville Using Two Wheels to Patrol Streets Play Video

  October 5, 2011 11:15 PM

  The City of Abbeville is cracking down on crime in a whole new way. They're now patrolling the streets on two wheels instead of four. Senior Patrolman William Proctor is one of Abbeville's top bicycle police officers. He said he was on-board with the idea from the start. ... more »

• Abbeville Police search for shooter

  July 21, 2011 10:46 PM

  An Abbeville man is in stable but guarded condition after he was shot on Greene Ave. in Abbeville. Now, police are searching for a shooter. Police say it started as a fight involving a number of people then the conflict escalated with gunfire around 7:30 Thursday evening. Abbeville Police say... more »

• Abbeville Drug Busts

  March 14, 2011 2:19 PM

  The Vermilion / Municipal Narcotics Task Force with the assistance of the Abbeville Police Department K-9 division arrested four people on drug charges. Spokesperson Drew David says the bust happened March 10 in Abbeville. The task force started working undercover "when they received information that several subjects were allegedly... more »

• Abbeville chief plans to know where cars are

  July 28, 2010 5:19 AM

  ABBEVILLE, La. (AP) Abbeville's new police chief says he's going to put GPS units in squad cars to keep tabs on whether his officers are patrolling, speeding, or idle for hours. The Meridional reports that Chief Tony Hardy, who took office three weeks ago, says he's had complaints about speeding... more »

• Abbeville chief plans to know where cars are

  July 28, 2010 5:19 AM

  ABBEVILLE, La. (AP) Abbeville's new police chief says he's going to put GPS units in squad cars to keep tabs on whether his officers are patrolling, speeding, or idle for hours. The Meridional reports that Chief Tony Hardy, who took office three weeks ago, says he's had complaints about speeding... more »

• Crime of Desperation in Abbeville

  April 7, 2010 12:12 AM

  Back in October KATC told you about a spike in shoplifting in Abbeville that police were attributing to the economic times. Now they say a weekend armed robbery is the latest in "crimes of desperation" to the hit the city. Dwayne Broussard was arrested Tuesday morning for allegedly holding... more »

• Abbeville Police Warn Businesses of Counterfeit Bills

  February 25, 2010 4:26 PM

  The Abbeville Police Department is warning citizens and businesses throughout the parish that there are extremely well-made counterfeit $20 bills circulating. The bills were discovered at a local Walmart locations. If anyone locates one of these bills, contact the Abbeville Police Department. more »

• No Re-election Run For Abbeville Police Chief

  January 7, 2010 6:27 PM

  With less than a month before qualifying begins for elections in Abbeville, Police Chief Rick Coleman announced he will not seek re-election. He says he has enjoyed his job but he is retiring to spend more time with family members. more »

• Abbeville Police Investigate New Years Day Shooting

  January 1, 2010 3:51 PM

  Abbeville Police are investigating the city's first shooting of the year. It happened Friday afternoon on Lamar Street after an argument between three men. One of those men pulled out a gun and shot another, before fleeing the scene. The victim is said to be in stable condition. If... more »