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• Arrests in New Orleans parade shootings cheered

  May 17, 2013 8:34 AM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Days after sudden gunfire brought a chaotic and bloody end to a Mother's Day neighborhood parade in New Orleans, news of six arrests gave an organizer of the traditional event reason to celebrate again. "I'm just ecstatic," Edward Buckner, president of the Original Big 7 Social... more »

• Indonesia arrests suspected rare animal smugglers

  January 7, 2013 3:55 AM

  JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) - Four Chinese nationals have been arrested in Indonesia for allegedly attempting to smuggle hornbill's beaks and pangolin scales for use in traditional medicines. Forestry Ministry official Novianto Bambang says the men were detained Friday with 248 hornbill's beaks and 189 pangolin's skins in their luggage at... more »

• Acadiana Family Waits 28 Years for Break in Cold Case, 2 Arrests Made Play Video

  December 4, 2012 11:44 PM

  It's been 28 years of waiting for an Acadiana family, waiting for answers in the 1984 murder of Gary Kergan. Gary disappeared on November 29, 1984, and while a body was never found, Baton Rouge Police believe he was murdered. Two people were arrested just weeks later, but they were... more »

• 'Status quo' at Webster fire dist. after arrests

  April 6, 2012 11:08 AM

  COTTON VALLEY, La. (AP) - Leaders of a Webster Parish fire protection district have decided against any immediate changes after last month's arrests of the fire chief and assistant chief. The Times of Shreveport reported that The Webster Fire District Number 8 board of commissioners decided Thursday to maintain the... more »

• Arrests put big dent in La., Tex. meth supply

  March 7, 2012 8:29 AM

  MANSFIELD, La. (AP) - The sheriffs of DeSoto Parish in Louisiana and Shelby County, Texas, say the arrest of a 37-year-old Joaquin, Texas man suspected of trafficking millions of dollars in methamphetamine into East Texas and northwest Louisiana will put a big dent into the local drug trade. DeSoto Parish... more »

• Lafayette Parish Arrests Report

  January 8, 2012 12:27 PM

  Name: Booksh, John Charge: Owi Vehicle Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 100 Blk Caldar STR Lafayette, La Name: Bossier, Wilton Charge: Fugitive Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 1500 Blk Louisiana AVE Lafayette, La Name: Bowie, Michael Charge: Owi Vehicle Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 100... more »

• Two arrested in Eunice for drugs

  December 9, 2011 8:39 AM

  Two Eunice residents have been arrested on various felony drug charges during separate Undercover Operations. Chief Ronald Dies stats his Narcotics Detectives were able to secure charges against Colinze Fontenot for Distribution of Oxycodone from his residence at 400 South Aymond St. Apt. 7. The residence was within the... more »

• Eunice Cops Cracking Down on Crime

  September 14, 2011 8:23 PM

  In Eunice, some locals say lately their towns seems a bit more peaceful. Chief Ronald Dies with Eunice Police Department says he and his officers are raising the bar when it comes to cracking down on crime. There are still a few months left in this year and officers have... more »

• Fire call leads to meth lab, arrests

  July 13, 2011 9:18 AM

  GALLIANO, La. (AP) - Authorities in Lafourche Parish say a fire call in Galliano led to discovery of what police believe was a backyard methamphetamine lab Firefighters found a smoldering mattress at the home when they arrived on Monday. They also found what they suspected to be illegal drugs. The... more »

• Lafayette Parish Daily Arrests Report

  May 14, 2011 9:04 AM

  Name: Broussard, Chasitty Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 1700 Blk S Simcoe Apt 1 ST Lafayette, La Name: Guillory, Keenan Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 7600 Blk I-49 Service RD Opelousas, La Name: Livings, Devona Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant... more »

• Update: Arrests Made in Beating

  March 5, 2011 11:50 PM

  Detectives with the Lafayette Police Department have arrested three suspects in connection with the beating of a Texas man. Jerroyd Nixon (37), Kizzy Ann Thomas (33) and Freddie Keal, Jr. (44) have all been arrested and charged with Attempted 2nd Degree Murder. All three suspects are alleged to have participated... more »

• Two Arrested in November Murder; Victim's Mother Speaks Out

  February 10, 2011 8:17 PM

  Two men are now behind bars, charged with first degree murder. This, three months after the murder took place. It was November 6, 2010 when a patrolling Lafayette police officer found 43 year old Thomas Jolivette's body. It was dumped in an alley near a dumpster behind the Piggly Wiggly... more »

• Five Arrested in Underage Drinking Sting

  February 9, 2011 2:42 PM

  The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office made five arrests for underage drinking yesterday during a sting operation. Last evening, deputies say several individuals were arrested for underage drinking at a local bar. Sheriff Ackal had narcotics agents and his Impact unit investigate Jersey's Sports bar after the Sheriff's Office received... more »

• Crimes Investigated in Acadia Parish

  February 1, 2011 4:44 PM

  Crimes investigated Tuesday, Feb. 1st -Theft of a bicycle from a residence on Capitol Avenue near Crowley. -Motor vehicle accident involving a calf near Mermentau. Mermentau Police Department handled incident. -Residential burglary on Fournerat Road near Eunice. Deputies advised that a television was taken. -Assisted Iota... more »

• Drug Probe Results in 38 Arrests

  January 23, 2011 10:45 PM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Authorities say a massive narcotics investigations has led to the arrest of dozens of people and put a major dent in the cocaine trade. Law enforcement said during a news conference at FBI headquarters in New Orleans that as many as 60 people could face charges... more »

• Narcotics Arrests in Vermilion Parish

  November 30, 2010 12:10 PM

  The Vermilion / Municipal Narcotics Task force is asking for the community's assistance in locating two suspects that are being charged with narcotics related incidences. Leon Clark (DOB 5-27-80) and Skyla Saddler (DOB 9-7-85) are wanted for possession with the intent to distribute marijuana and possession with the intent to... more »

• Suspect Caught in Acadia Parish Home Invasion

  October 12, 2010 7:24 PM

  The rural area in Acadia Parish off Highway 13-- near Ebenezer is usually a peaceful community, but resident Nujay Guidry says his safety was compromised when a burglar invaded his home. He said he didn't wake up during the home invasion, but his wife did. The thief broke in... more »

• St. Martin Parish Meth Arrests

  September 29, 2010 6:09 PM

  The St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Narcotics Division ended a three week investigation of High Level Narcotics Trafficking in the area of Breaux Bridge. Narcotics Agents began this investigation after receiving an anonymous tip concerning Methamphetamine sales inside St. Martin Parish. Agents received information implementing that Lafayette distributers were trying to... more »

• Lafayette Arrest Report

  September 25, 2010 6:23 PM

  Name: Benjamin, Ervin Charge: Forgery: Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 1100 Blk Moss #45 ST Lafayette, La Name: Breaux, Toby Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 900 Blk Noon STR Rayne, La Name: Broussard, Fabien Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish... more »

• Arrests Made in String of Iberia Parish Burglaries

  September 12, 2010 9:19 PM

  A possible break in a string of burglaries in Iberia Parish. Authorities say over the past four months, four men took nearly one-hundred thousand dollars worth of items...even stealing a ring from a 91 year old woman. Arrested were 18 year old Justin Tullier, 20 year old Eric... more »

• Acadia Parish Most Wanted and Roundup Arrests

  August 27, 2010 11:35 AM

  Armed with 26 warrants on 15 defendants, members of the Acadia Parish Narcotic Task Force assisted by the Patrol Division, Church Point Police Department, Iota Police Department & Louisiana Department of Probation and Parole began executing arrest warrants around 4:30 a.m. Friday morning. According to Acadia Parish Sheriff... more »

• DEQ Arrests Opelousas Man For Alleged Violations of Environmental Permits in St. Landry Parish

  July 23, 2010 12:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Today, investigators with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality Criminal Investigation Division arrested an Opelousas man on 12 felony charges involving criminal violations of Plaisance Development Corporation's water discharge permits in St. Landry Parish. The president of Plaisance Development Corporation, Joseph L. Jones, 58, operates six wastewater... more »

• Drug Arrests in Vermillion Parish

  April 15, 2010 4:32 PM

  According to Sheriff Mike Couvillon the Vermilion Municipal Narcotics Task Force recently made numerous arrests for narcotics related incidents: 1- On April 8 th agents with the Task Force were working street level sales disruption in Abbeville when they noticed Jonathan Thibodeaux DOB 4/22/1986 standing on... more »

• Drug Roundup Pt. 2

  April 14, 2010 11:12 AM

  The biggest drug roundup in St. Landry Parish since last year was conducted yesterday. What does it take to get the drug violators behind bars? The deputies and the narcotics division of the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Department worked and planned for months. Law enforcement agencies cannot do... more »

• Iberia Sheriff's Office Makes Arrests For Check Fraud

  March 9, 2010 7:25 PM

  On March 9, 2010 at approximately 03:00 pm the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office received a complaint of individuals cashing and attempting to cash forged checks at two local banks. Deputies responded to the 1100 block of E. Admiral Doyle, Whitney Bank, and also to the 600 Block of E. Admiral... more »

• Narcotics Detectives With The MCPD Make Drug Arrests

  March 3, 2010 11:50 AM

  The following three individuals were arrested 03/02/10 at 9:10pm at 723 Louisiana St. in Morgan City. Mathew Joseph, 60yoa, Louisiana St. MC Charges: 1.) Poss. Of Drug paraphernalia, 2.) Poss. Of Crack cocaine, 3.) Poss. Of Marijuana 4.) Keeping a disorderly place 5.) Warrant: District Court-Failure To Appear for Poss.... more »

• Meth Arrests Made After Stop By K-9 Officer

  February 24, 2010 1:33 PM

  Angelle Carty W/F 25 of Jennings and Gary Thomas 51 of Lake Charles, were observed at a local car wash sitting in their car for an extended time. Officer Ryan Courville ran the tag on the car and discovered that the tag on the car had been switched for another... more »

• Iberia Parish Arrests

  January 28, 2010 12:11 PM

  From Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office: On January 25 th the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division conducted a traffic stop and was able to confiscate illegal firearms from the suspect vehicle. The vehicle was also equipped with police type strobe dash mounted light, siren, and air horn.  ... more »

• Lafayette Parish Arrests for January 28th

  January 28, 2010 11:28 AM

  As you've requested, this report contains the daily arrests for Jan 28, 2010 Name: Adams, Zachary Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Marshal Address: 700 Blk  Thirteenth ST         Lafayette, La Name: Anderson, David Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Jefferson Parish Sheriff'S Off Address: 100 Blk... more »

• Franklin Arrest Report

  January 28, 2010 11:19 AM

  PRESS RELEASE The Franklin Police Department responded to 15 complaints over the past 24 hours and made the following arrests: 1/27/2010 @ 1:47 PM, JARED JERRELL HILLIARD, 18, of Sixth Street - Franklin, LA was arrested on a warrant dated January 5, 2010, charging him with Simple... more »

• St. Landry Parish Arrests for January 28

  January 28, 2010 11:01 AM

  This the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office arrest report for January 28, 2010. David Michael Haynes, age 42, 75 Sierra Circle, Olathe, Ks., arrested on a bench warrant for indecent behavior with juveniles and computer aided solicitation of a minor. Brandon Christopher Aymond, age 21,... more »

• Arrests Made In Eunice Walmart Robbery

  January 22, 2010 7:06 PM

  Police say four Breaux Bridge residents were caught on tape stealing from Walmart stores across Acadiana. Mervin Bossier, Terrance Calais, Darnell Thibodeaux and Tyson Phillips are charged with felony theft from the Eunice Walmart. They're also being questioned in connection with thefts from Crowley and Jennings. Eunice police say surveillance... more »

• Arrests Made In Baton Rouge Illegal Deer Sales Ring

  January 21, 2010 12:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - A yearlong investigation of illegal deer sales in West Baton Rouge and Iberville parishes has brought two arrests but the alleged ringleader remains at large, a state wildlife agent says. Henry Rineheart, 34, of Plaquemine and Aaron Comeaux, 35, of Gueydan were arrested last week,... more »

• St. Mary Arrests for Thursday, January 21st

  January 21, 2010 11:43 AM

  According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 39 complaints and reports the following arrests: Michael Bergeron 32 yoa of 216 Mercury Road, Bayou Vista was arrested on 1-20-2010 at 10:44 am for Domestic Abuse Battery. Deputy was called... more »

• Lafayette Arrests for Thursday, January 21st

  January 21, 2010 11:42 AM

  Name: Apin, Jason Charge: Owi Vehicle Arresting Agency: La State Police Troop I Address: 1400 Blk Hwy 124 Jonesville, La Name: Brown, James Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 1100 Blk Irene STR Lafayette, La Name: Clay, Christopher Charge: Schedule Ii Arresting Agency: Penalties Address: 300 Blk... more »

• St. Landry Parish Arrests, Thursday January 21st

  January 21, 2010 11:14 AM

  This is the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office arrest report for January 21, 2010. Phillip Dwayne Joseph, age 24, 160 East 27 th Place, Larose, La., arrested on a bench warrant. Christopher Fisher, age 29, 135 Ramsey Rd., Jonesville, La., arrested on 2 bench warrants... more »

• Franklin Arrests for Thursday, January 21

  January 21, 2010 11:12 AM

  THE FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED TO 16 COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST 24 HOURS AND MADE THE FOLLOWING ARRESTS: 1-20-2010 @ 10:09 AM, 49, WANDA WEBB, OF BAYOUVIEW DRIVE, FRANKLIN, LA WAS ARRESTED ON A BENCH WARRANT FOR 3RD WARD CITY COURT. MS. WEBB WAS PROCESSED AND HELD ON... more »

• St. Mary Drug Task Force Arrests Two On Drug Offenses

  December 29, 2009 9:30 AM

  The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force, consisting of St. Mary Sheriff Dept., Morgan City Police Dept., Franklin Police Dept., Baldwin Police Dept.., Berwick Police Dept., and Chitimacha Police Dept.. report the following arrests: Jared Fremin 18 yoa of 2001 Main St., Patterson was arrested on 12-28-2009 at 5:04... more »

• 'Operation Street Sweep' Leads To Four Arrests

  December 22, 2009 3:15 PM

  Chief Carroll Stelly announced that his office has conducted the first of numerous drug arrest in operation "Street Sweep" which is targeting street level dealers in local neighborhoods. Narcotics officers have completed a 6 month long investigation and the arrest of the suspects will take place in several waves. ... more »

• St Mary Narcotics Task Force Reports Three Arrests

  December 18, 2009 9:06 AM

  The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force, consisting of St. Mary Sheriff Dept., Morgan City Police Dept., Franklin Police Dept., Baldwin Police Dept.., Berwick Police Dept., and Chitimacha Police Dept.. report the following arrests: Tonya Renew 35 yoa of 349 Shell Beach Road, Pierre Part, La was arrested... more »

• Ville Platte Drug Bust Leads To Two Arrests

  December 16, 2009 5:08 PM

  In Evangeline Parish, 34-year-old Ashley Smith and 42-year-old Daniel Lavine are under arrest accused of drug distribution. Police say crack cocaine and marijuana were found in each of their homes. Bond on is set at $10,000 for each of the suspects. more »

• Drug Raid In Iberia Parish Leads To 3 Arrests

  December 15, 2009 3:00 PM

  On December 14th, agents with the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office Bureau of Investigations Narcotics Division conducted a narcotics operation within the parish of Iberia. As a result of this operation the following suspects where arrested: 1. Christopher Louivier - New Iberia, LA possession with intent to distribute schedule... more »

• St. Mary Drug Task Force Arrests One After Raid

  December 15, 2009 9:31 AM

  Shannon Carson of Franklin was arrested on December 14th by the St. Mary Parish Drug Task Force. Charges were for Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of CDS, Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm and Keeping a Disorderly... more »

• St. Landry Parish Arrest Report- December 14, 2009

  December 14, 2009 12:08 PM

  This is the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office arrest report for December 14th, 2009. Joseph Glenn Cortez, age 47, 578 Sylvia St., Church Point, La., arrested by Louisiana State Police, charged with driving while intoxicated-1st offense. Joshua Allen Carpenter, age 25, 111 Jewels St., Leonville, La., hold for... more »

• Franklin Arrest Report: December 14, 2009

  December 14, 2009 10:11 AM

  The Franklin Police Department responded to 39 complaints over the past weekend and made the following arrests: 12/11/2009 @ 11:36 AM, SANDRA GAIL MACK, 49, of Blakesley Street - Franklin, LA was arrested and charged with Theft By Shoplifting - 3rd Offense and Remaining Where Forbidden. Ms. Mack... more »

• St. Mary Parish Arrest Report: December 14, 2009

  December 14, 2009 8:23 AM

  According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 72 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 99 complaints and reports the following arrests: Jamie M. Drexler 27 yoa of 109 Joe White St., Charenton was arrested on 12-11-2009 at 11:45 pm on warrants for Failure to Appear on the... more »

• St. Mary Task Force Arrest Report: December 14, 2009

  December 14, 2009 8:21 AM

  The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force, consisting of St. Mary Sheriff Dept., Morgan City Police Dept., Franklin Police Dept., Baldwin Police Dept.., Berwick Police Dept., and Chitimacha Police Dept.. report the following arrests: Keeton J. Trosclair 28 yoa of 1320 Second St., Morgan City was arrested on... more »

• St. Landry Parish Arrest Report

  December 8, 2009 9:23 AM

  is the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office arrest report for December 8, 2009. Blake Anthony Brown, age 20, 715 Hwy. 360, Palmetto, La., arrested by Louisiana State Police charged with running a stop sign and operating a motor vehicle while under suspension. Lloyd F. Harrison,... more »

• Lafayette Parish Arrests

  December 8, 2009 7:09 AM

  Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report <--------- Sheriff's Daily Arrest Report ---------> As you've requested, this report contains the daily arrests for Dec 08, 2009 Name: Arias, Chaz Charge: Fugitive Arresting Agency: Youngsville Pd Address: 100 Blk Saul DR Duson, La Name: Aymond, Rebecca Charge: Man/Dist/Pos Of A Sch.I;... more »

• St. Mary Parish Arrests

  December 8, 2009 7:07 AM

  According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 33 complaints and reports the following arrests: Tylor J. Arceneaux 18 yoa of 1539 Fairview St., Bayou Vista was arrested on 12-7-2009 at 3:20 pm for two counts of Carnal Knowledge... more »

• Frankin Arrest Report: December 7, 2009

  December 7, 2009 11:33 AM

  The Franklin Police Department responded to 38 complaints over the past weekend and made the following arrests: 12/4/2009 @ 8:04 AM, RAY PRESTON VIDOS, 50, of Adams Street - Franklin, LA was arrested on warrants issued by Thibodaux Police Department, charging him with Identity Theft and Failure To... more »

• Lafayette Parish Arrests: Sunday 11/29/09

  November 29, 2009 4:32 PM

  Name: Aigner, Kristy Charge: Stopping Arresting Agency: Standing Address: 200 Blk Felicia DRV Lafayette, La Name: Baptiste, John Charge: Unaut Use Of Movable Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 400 Blk Ave. D Broussard, La Name: Barras, Dorsey Charge: Iberia Parish Arresting Agency: La State Police Troop... more »

• St. Mary Sheriff's Arrest Report: November 25, 2009

  November 25, 2009 12:09 PM

  St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Press Release According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 32 complaints and reports the following arrests: A 12 year old male juvenile was arrested on 11-24-09at 3:06 p.m. and charged with Simple Burglary. Deputies responded... more »

• Franklin Police Arrest Report: November 17, 2009

  November 17, 2009 9:59 AM

  The Franklin Police Department responded to 22 complaints over the past 24 hours and made the following arrests: 11/17/2009 @ 6:05 AM, LARACHEL LASHAWN BATISTE, 30, of Iberia Street - Franklin, LA was arrested and charged with Hit & Run and Unauthorized Use of a Movable. Mr. Batiste was... more »

• Lafayette Parish arrests

  November 7, 2009 4:00 PM

  Name: Alexander, Carly Charge: Owi Vehicle Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 300 Blk Fue Follet Lafayette, La Name: Bardin, David Charge: Owi Vehicle Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 700 Blk Center STR Lafayette, La Name: Benjamin, Aljais Charge: Simple Battery Charge And Pena Arresting Agency: Lafayette... more »

• St. Mary Parish arrests 11/06/09

  November 6, 2009 11:52 AM

  According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 38 complaints and reports the following arrests: Jonathan L. Romero 25 yoa of Saturn Road, Bayou Vista was arrested on 11-5-2009 at 11:08 am on a warrant for Terrebonne Parish for Failure to Appear... more »

• St. Mary Sheriff's Arrest Report: October 29, 2009

  October 29, 2009 9:01 AM

  St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Press Release: October 29, 2009 According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 45 complaints and reports the following arrests: On 10-28-2009 at 8:19 am two Juvenile Males 14 and 16 yoa of Franklin and Morgan... more »

• Louisiana Traffic Deaths and Injuries Take Sharp Drop in 2008

  September 29, 2009 4:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE-Traffic deaths and injuries in Louisiana in 2008 took the sharpest decline in 15 years, Louisiana safety officials announced today. In 2008, 913 people were killed in Louisiana traffic crashes, an 8.2 percent decline from the previous year, according to the 2008 Louisiana Traffic Records Data Report. A total... more »