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• St. Landry Parish Sheriffs Office Arrest Report

  May 23, 2012 9:59 AM

  This is the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office arrest report for May 16, 2012. Darryl T. May, age 18, 1905 Charbonet, New Orleans, La., speeding, possession of marijuana and illegal carrying of weapons-possession of. Patrick Amos Gallow, age 61, 299 Narcisse Lacour Road, Opelousas, La., careless operation and... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  May 23, 2012 6:46 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for May 23, 2012 Name: Boutte, Mel Charge: Schedule Ii Arresting Agency: Penalties Address: 100 Blk Civil ROA Rayne, La Name: Brennan, Joseph Charge: Schedule Ii Arresting Agency: Penalties Address: 400 Blk St John STR Lafayette, La Name: Cochran, Michael Charge:... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Press Release

  May 21, 2012 9:00 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 72 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 114 complaints and reports the following arrests: Jarrod M. Bowers 27 yoa of 519 Robertson St., Franklin was arrested on 5-18-2012 at 9:23 am on a warrant for Failure to Appear for... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  May 8, 2012 7:54 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for May 08, 2012 Name: Batiste, Skyler Charge: Possession Of Marijuana Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 100 Blk Raceway STR Carencro, La Name: Bellard, Alexis Charge: Simple Battery Charge And Pena Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 200 Blk Cooper... more »

• Sen. Landrieu Fights for Post Office Reform Bill Play Video

  May 4, 2012 8:59 PM

  The financial woes of the US Postal Service hit home in Lafayette Friday, with a visit from US Senator Mary Landrieu. Landrieu toured the Moss Street Post Office and Processing Center as part of her drive to halt the closing of thousands of post offices. Right now a moratorium... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  May 4, 2012 7:26 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for May 04, 2012 Name: Anyamwu, Chukwuemeka Charge: Aggravated Rape Charge Arresting Agency: Univ Of La Lafayette (Ull) Address: 1700 Blk Pinehurst View DRV Graycen, Ga Name: Balbeisi, Muntaser Charge: Prohibited Acts Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 3600 Blk W... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  May 2, 2012 8:57 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for May 02, 2012 Name: Anderson, Robert Charge: Ill Carrying Of Weapons Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 900 Blk W Simcoe STR Lafayette, La Name: Augullard, Shelly Charge: Unaut Use Of "Access Card Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 500 Blk... more »

• Overhaul of Lafayette Schools Central Office Staff Play Video

  April 30, 2012 7:02 PM

  Major changes in Lafayette Parish Schools' staffing is in the works. The superintendent plans to create new positions, eliminate others and change the roles of some central office staff. Superintendent Dr. Pat Cooper said his plan is to move more staff out of the central office and into schools. ... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 27, 2012 8:23 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 37 complaints and reports the following arrests: Dena Phillips age 51 of 121 Bayou View Drive Charenton, La was arrested on 4-26-2012 at 6:39pm on charges of Aggravated Battery in the infirm. The sheriff's... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 27, 2012 7:18 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Apr 27, 2012 Name: Adams, Dalton Charge: Criminal Trespass Charge Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 0000 Blk Homeless Lafaytte, La Name: Allen, Forrest Charge: Unauthorized Entry Of An Inhab Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 1100 Blk St Charles... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 25, 2012 7:34 AM

  Date: April 25, 2012 According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 50 complaints and reports the following arrests: Michael Bergeron 34 yoa of 675 Woodale Blvd., Baton Rouge, La., was arrested on 4-24-2012 at 2:48 pm for two counts of Aggravated... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 25, 2012 7:08 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Apr 25, 2012 Name: Alfred, Lance Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Marshal Address: 200 Blk Helen ST Lafayette, La Name: Alfred, Joshua Charge: Man/Dist/Pos Of A Sch.I; Marij Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 1300 Blk Roper DRV... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 24, 2012 8:19 AM

  St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Press Release Date: April 24, 2012 According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 46 complaints and reports the following arrests: Austin D. Bercegeay 17 yoa of 816 Hilda St., Morgan City was arrested on 4-23-2012 at... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 24, 2012 8:16 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Apr 24, 2012 Name: Anastassiades, Tiannah Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 100 Blk Lana DRV Lafayette, La Name: Anderson, Corina Charge: Theft Charge Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 200 Blk Encore Lane LAN Lafayette, La ... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 23, 2012 8:16 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 72 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 120 complaints and reports the following arrests: Rickey L. Lantier Sr. 37 yoa of 107 Foxglove Dr., Patterson was arrested on 4-20-2012 at 10:30 am on a warrant for Failure to Appear for Criminal... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 20, 2012 8:18 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Apr 20, 2012 Name: Alexander, Ryan Charge: Unauthorized Use Of A Motor Ve Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 100 Blk Connie Circle Lafayette, La Name: Allemond, Kathy Charge: Theft Charge Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 800 Blk St... more »

• St. Landry Parish Sheriffs Office Arrest Report

  April 19, 2012 10:06 AM

  This is the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office arrest report for April 19, 2012. Craig A. Bourque, age 22, 219 Chataigner Road, Eunice, La., simple battery, arrested by Eunice Police Department. Damian James Lafleur, age 23, 300 East Maple Avenue, Eunice, La., second-degree battery, arrested by Eunice Police... more »

• AG's office increases alleged amount stolen

  April 19, 2012 9:29 AM

  AMITE, La. (AP) - The state Attorney General's Office has raised to nearly $2 million the amount of money a former recording secretary is alleged to have stolen from the Florida Parishes Juvenile Justice Commission. The Advocate reports Assistant Attorney General David Caldwell has added a third count to Brenda... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 19, 2012 8:09 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 30 complaints and reports the following arrests: Jason Bordelon 23 yoa of 805 Waterworks Dr., Amelia and Misael Garcia 29 yoa of 1118 Lakeview Dr., Amelia were arrested on 4-18-2012 at 7:18 am for... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 19, 2012 8:05 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Apr 19, 2012 Name: Alexander, Joseph Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 300 Blk Wainwright Duson, La Name: Auguillard, Shelly Charge: Theft Charge Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 500 Blk S Sterling ST Lafayette, La ... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 13, 2012 7:44 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 33 complaints and reports the following arrests: Nicole M. Sanders 26 yoa of 522 Aucoin St. Apt. # 3, Morgan City was arrested on 4-12-2012 at 10:27 am on two warrants for Failure... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 12, 2012 8:19 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Apr 12, 2012 Name: Angelle, Trevor Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 700 Blk Voorhies STR Lafaytete, La Name: Arceneaux, John Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 300 Blk Joli RD Carencro, La... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  April 11, 2012 8:33 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 43 complaints and reports the following arrests: Rebecca C. Price 40 yoa of 515 General McArthur Dr., Morgan City was arrested on 4-10-2012 at 9:42 am on a warrant for Failure to Appear on... more »

• St. Mary's Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Report

  April 2, 2012 7:49 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 72 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 123 complaints and reports the following arrests: Tonya Baker 27 yoa of 101 3B's Lane Apt. # 20, Bayou Vista was arrested on 3-30-3012 at 5:36 am on a warrant for Probation Violation. Deputy... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  March 30, 2012 7:18 AM

  As you've requested, this report contains the daily arrests for Mar 30, 2012 Name: Acosta, Luis Charge: Man/Dist/Pos Of A Sch.I; Marij Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 000 Blk Homeless Lafayette, La Name: Anderson, Brandon Charge: Probation (Free Text) Arresting Agency: La Doc P And P Lafayette... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Report

  March 29, 2012 8:50 AM

  According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 41 complaints and reports the following arrests: Felipe Ortega Torres 37 yoa of 859 Hwy 90 East Apartment #300, Bayou Vista was arrested on 3-28-2012 at 9:57 pm for Driving Left of Center and... more »

• DWI Case Could Shed Light on FBI's Investigation in DA's Office Play Video

  March 27, 2012 7:27 PM

  An FBI investigation into the Lafayette District Attorney's Office could be taking shape, as several indicators point to the handling of DWI and OWI cases. KATC first reported about the FBI executing a search warrant earlier this month. District Attorney Mike Harson confirmed that search took place on February... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  March 27, 2012 7:01 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Mar 27, 2012 Name: Bell, David Charge: Reckless Operation Vehicle Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Marshal Address: 600 Blk N Union STR Opelousas, La Name: Bruno, Tyrone Charge: Possession Of Marijuana Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 300 Blk Mackyln Lafayette,... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  March 23, 2012 7:30 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Mar 23, 2012 Name: Alleman, Brock Charge: Warrant/Bench Warrant Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 300 Blk Brasseaux RD Carencro, La Name: Aucoin, Beau Charge: Simple Battery Charge And Pena Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 200 Blk Demette... more »

• Inmates Purchase Cigarettes & Lighter Before Arrest Play Video

  March 11, 2012 7:05 PM

  For more than five hours Saturday, two inmates led multiple agencies on a manhunt after escaping from the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center. Kevin Gildhouse and Tony Jackson escaped just after one thirty Saturday morning. Both men are facing aggravated escape charges and already have a serious criminal track record.... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Report

  March 9, 2012 7:33 AM

  Date: March 9, 2012 According to Sheriff Mark A. Hebert during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 28 complaints and reports no arrests. more »

• St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Report

  March 6, 2012 9:41 AM

  This is the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office arrest report for March 6, 2012. Wilbert J. Comeaux, age 25, 377 Lilac Road, Opelousas, La., possession of marijuana, driving under suspension and a bench warrant. Aaron Hicks, age 65, 166 Zydeco Road, Opelousas, La., bench warrant. Curtis Jude... more »

• Body discovered near post office Play Video

  March 5, 2012 10:19 AM

  LAFAYETTE, LA. (AP) - Lafayette Police are investigating the death of a man whose body that was found lying on the side walk near the post office. A news release says that the body of 30-year-old Russell Lambert Jr., was found about 2 a.m. Monday. The body was spotted by... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report

  February 28, 2012 8:32 AM

  This report contains the daily arrests for Feb 28, 2012 Name: Bays, Jennifer Charge: Municipal Purposes (Free Text) Arresting Agency: Lafayette Parish Sheriff'S Ofc Address: 500 Blk Boulder Creek Lafayette, La Name: Benoit, Kyle Charge: Vermilion Parish Arresting Agency: Vermillion Parish So Address: 000 Blk Homeless Crowley, La... more »

• Man Facing 12 Counts of Arson in Kaplan Play Video

  February 4, 2012 11:34 PM

  In Kaplan, a major break in a string of arsons that have had residents on edge for years. 55-year-old Felecian Primeaux of Kaplan is facing 12 counts of arson, dating back to 2007. He was arrested at his home Saturday morning after police say the suspect was caught on tape.... more »

• St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Report

  January 26, 2012 10:27 AM

  ST LANDRY ARRESTS Roosevelt Davis, age 33, 662 Country Ridge Road, Opelousas, La., bench warrant, driving while intoxicated-2nd offense and careless operation. Carlos Cortez Skinner, age 29, 149 Walton Lane, Opelousas, La., unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and driving under suspension, more »

• St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office arrest report for January 25, 2012.

  January 25, 2012 9:56 AM

  St landry parish arrest log Joshua Cormier, age 20, 450 Charles Street, Eunice, La., theft and self-mutilation by a prisoner, arrested by Eunice Police Department. Mistie Marie Young, age 32, 1611 North Cary Avenue, Jennings, La., three counts of forgery, arrested by Eunice Police Department. Nelvae Jones,... more »

• New commissioner school at Lafayette Clerk's office Play Video

  January 13, 2012 9:54 AM

  Lafayette Parish Clerk of Court Lafayette parish courthouse will be holding classes on Jan. 17-19, 2012 at 10a.m., 2p.m., and 5:30p.m. These classes will certify new commissioners to work this years upcoming elections. We will need about 800 election commissioners to assist in the elections. For more information... more »

• Gov. Jindal begins 2nd term in office Monday

  January 9, 2012 9:50 AM

  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Gov. Bobby Jindal is beginning his second term in office with a focus on education and a pledge not to rest on the accomplishments of his first four years. Jindal will be sworn in Monday at the Old State Capitol, in a ceremony overshadowed by... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office sets bond sale

  January 5, 2012 9:14 AM

  LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) - The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office is selling $21 million in limited tax revenue bonds to pay for its planned Public Safety Complex. The sheriff's office has said the complex will house at least 200 work-release inmates and 100 minimum security prisoners on a 29-acre site in... more »

• Lafayette Courthouse, Tax Collectors office holiday schedule

  December 20, 2011 2:38 PM

  The Lafayette Parish Courthouse and Tax Collectors Office will be closed for a few day, as the Governor has proclaimed that these days are state holidays. The following days these offices will be closed: · Friday, December 23rd · Monday, December 26th · Friday, December 30th · Monday,... more »

• Last Body of Missing Boaters Recovered Play Video

  November 27, 2011 1:48 PM

  The St. Mary Parish Coroner's Office confirms to KATC that the body of a female boater that went missing Saturday has been recovered. Agents from several law enforcement agencies resumed their search around 7 o'clock Sunday morning on Bayou Boeuf in Amelia. The Coroner says around 7:45 Sunday morning... more »

• Iberia Deputies Searching for an Escapee

  October 16, 2011 11:22 PM

  The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office has arrested a man for second degree kidnapping, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, open alcohol container and simple escape. According to witnesses Lee Fowler held a female in his vehicle refusing to let her leave. The female was able to flee the vehicle... more »

• "Domestic" Situation Turned Suicide

  October 15, 2011 12:02 PM

  We first told you yesterday about a "domestic" situation in St. Martin Parish. The St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office responded to Butte La Rose yesterday afternoon and blocked off roads to the area for three to four hours. The Sheriff's Office says the incident "started domestic," but only one... more »

• Why St. Landry Lost New Juvenile Center to Avoyelles Parish Play Video

  July 18, 2011 11:28 PM

  The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) celebrated a landmark Monday with the start of a new therapeutic center for juvenile offenders in Bunkie, LA. The center will be the first of its kind in Louisiana, and it could have been built in Acadiana. Now, what was St. Landry Parish's... more »

• Operation Save a Life Play Video

  May 22, 2011 12:13 AM

  Acadiana homes are a bit more safe after Saturday's Operation Save a Life event. Dozens of fire fighters partnered up with the Louisiana State Fire Marshall's Office, Home Depot, and KATC. The event was all about the number one fire alert system, smoke detectors. "We could have still... more »

• Alcohol Regulation Office Jobs Slated to Be Cut

  May 9, 2011 11:51 AM

  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - State Alcohol and Tobacco Control Commissioner Troy Hebert is asking to eliminate six jobs at his agency, including one held by the son of a state senator. Brant Thompson, the son of state Sen. Francis Thompson, would lose his $115,228-a-year job as deputy commissioner, under... more »

• Kids Get Fingerprinted for Free Play Video

  April 9, 2011 7:21 PM

  Ragin Cajun athletes came out to support a safety event at Cajun Field Saturday afternoon. Free fingerprinting by the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office was offered to kids ages 3 to 12. Kids also enjoyed games, face painting, and visiting with UL athletes. Carleigh Martin, President of the Student... more »

• Planning Commission Grants Approval to LPSO Public Safety Property

  November 12, 2010 9:20 AM

  The Lafayette Planning Commission has given approval to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office for the subdivision of property earmarked for the construction of the new public safety facility on a 28-acre site located on West Willow Street, adjacent to the corner of North Pat Street. The property was approved to... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report - October 26, 2010

  October 26, 2010 9:07 AM

  Name: Batiste, Brittany Charge: Theft Charge Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 100 Blk Vieux Orleans Lafayette, La Name: Blackwell, Shantell Charge: Aggrav. Battery W/Dangerous We Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 200 Blk Mlk Jr DRV Lafayette, La Name: Blanchard, Christopher Charge: Hold For Court Arresting Agency:... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Log -- October 26, 2010

  October 26, 2010 9:05 AM

  Kristie L. Oncale 33 yoa of 112 Watson Lane, Patterson was arrested on 10-25-2010 at 2:39 pm for Theft by Shoplifting. Deputy was called to Wal-mart in Bayou Vista in reference to a shoplifter. Upon Deputy's arrival it was learned from store security that above suspect was caught taking items... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Log - October 25, 2010

  October 25, 2010 10:37 AM

  Robert Johnson 23 yoa of 1405 Third St., Patterson was arrested on 10-22-2010 at 8:18 pm on warrants for Failure to Appear on the charges of Speeding and No Driver's License and Probation Violation. Deputy located above suspect in the Bayou Vista area, suspect was placed under arrest and booked... more »

• St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Log -- October 25, 2010

  October 25, 2010 10:29 AM

  Marlon Eaglin, age 20, 247 Halfway House Road, Arnaudville, La., arrested for Burnt Tai Light, Resisting an Officer and Battery of a Police Officer Michael Todd Alleman, age 41, 198 Oak Road, Church Point, La., Bench Warrant Christopher Bryan Alleman , age 44, 198 Oak Road, Church Point,... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Arrest Log - October 22,2010

  October 22, 2010 9:25 AM

  Clarence Kelly 40 yoa of 1041 Grace St., Morgan City was arrested on 10-21-2010 at 8:52 am on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charges of Improper Lane Usage and Driving Under Suspension. Suspect turned himself into the Morgan City Sheriff's Office after learning of a warrant for... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Logs - October 22, 2010

  October 22, 2010 6:42 AM

  Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report: Name: Arcides, Syrena Charge: Schedule Ii Arresting Agency: Penalties Address: 200 Blk Lowell DRV Lafayette, La Name: Auzenne, Shawn Charge: Domestic Abuse Battery Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 3600 Blk W Congress STR Lafayette, La Name: Bourque, Manuel Charge:... more »

• 2 woman working at a Tennessee post office were shot and killed Monday

  October 18, 2010 12:45 PM

  HENNING, Tenn. (AP) - Two women working at a West Tennessee post office were shot and killed Monday during a possible robbery attempt, authorities said. The Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department told The Associated Press that the shooting happened Monday morning at the post office in Henning. Officers are searching... more »

• Man Holed Up In Home, Sheriff's Office on Scene

  October 13, 2010 12:19 PM

  The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office and SWAT team is in talks with a man, holed up in a house near Carencro. Authorities responded to a home on Bergeron Loop and Hector Connely Road near I-49. A section of road between Rue Coupe Civique and Beau Bassin Road is blocked... more »

• Couple dies after car is struck by a train Play Video

  October 8, 2010 7:29 PM

  A Crowley couple is dead after their car is struck by a train. It happened around 4 AM Friday morning on Sidney Richard Road off Highway 90 outside Crowley. Deputies say the train was moving close to 70-miles-an hour when it struck a car on the tracks. The train couldn't... more »

• Sheriff's office: Shirt backs up deputy's story

  October 7, 2010 10:10 PM

  FLORENCE, Ariz. (AP) - Independent testing of a bloodied shirt backs up the story of a deputy who contends he was shot by drug smugglers in the remote desert, officials said Thursday. The deputy dismissed speculation that he staged the incident to publicize drug and human smuggling. The Pinal County... more »

• Neighborhood reacts to dashcam tasing video Play Video

  October 7, 2010 8:12 PM

  For the first time, some Marigny Circle residents see the video that deputies say shows what really happened to Javon Rakestrau. Some question the length of time that the deputy used the electronic control device while others questioned the need for a taser, at all. One Marigny resident was watching... more »

• LPSO Releases Patrol Dash Cam Video of Taser Incident Play Video

  October 6, 2010 4:45 PM

  The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office releases dash cam video from a deputy patrol vehicle taken the night Javon Rakestrau was tased. The 28 year old Lafayette Parish man died moments later on October 4, 2010. The video shows Javon with his right hand holding his cell phone, saying he's... more »

• Western Dist. LA US Atty Announces Changes

  October 1, 2010 6:24 PM

  LAFAYETTE, La. - United States Attorney Stephanie A. Finley announced several management changes this week for the Western District of Louisiana's U. S. Attorney's Office. Finley, a 15 year prosecutor with the office, was nominated by President Obama in January of this year and was confirmed by the U. S.... more »

• Police catch Wal-Mart hit and run suspect, victim talks Play Video

  September 22, 2010 6:48 PM

  Police make an arrest in a brutal hit and run in Bayou Vista. It was all caught on tape. Thibodaux police arrested 22-year-old Jacob Landry on a warrant for the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office. Landry is accused of striking two women while driving a car in a Wal-Mart parking... more »

• 77 year-old beaten in home invasion Play Video

  September 21, 2010 7:08 PM

  A home invasion has this quiet neighborhood on edge. Police say Sunday night in Loreauville, two masked men broke into a home and beat a 77-year-old man, sending him to the hospital. "Two males attempted to break into his residence." Lt. Ryan Turner of the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office says,... more »

• Heated arguments over a zoning change in Opelousas

  September 15, 2010 9:18 PM

  St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz is sent looking for a new site for an administrative building. This comes after a heated discussion at an Opelousas city council meeting. A deal was in place for the Sheriff's office to buy an old Courvelle Toyota dealership between Main St. and Union... more »

• iPhone Shuts Down LA Post Office

  September 15, 2010 11:35 AM

  SWARTZ, La. (AP) - Ouachita Parish deputies closed a post office in Swartz after a customer told workers he heard something ticking in an outside mailbox and deputies confirmed something was ticking or beeping. Maj. James Purvis tells The News-Star that it turned out to be an Apple iPhone being... more »

• Youngsville's Campaign Vandals

  September 9, 2010 5:29 PM

  On October 2nd, Youngsville's voters will head to the polls and choose representatives for Police Chief, the Mayor's office and City Council. With the election under a month away, the campaign trail can be pretty hot. Take a drive through Acadiana and you can't miss them; they're campaign signs, but... more »

• Car explodes next to a major Mexican television network office

  August 27, 2010 10:12 PM

  MEXICO CITY (AP) - A major Mexican television network says a car has exploded in front of its offices in a northern state where officials are investigating the massacre of 72 Central and South American migrants. The Televisa network reports that the explosion happened early Friday in front of its... more »

• Employee Stealing Application Fees at Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance Office

  August 17, 2010 10:59 AM

  SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) - A civilian employee of the Shreveport Police Department's Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance Office has been arrested for allegedly stealing application fees. The Times reports Leslie Clark was booked Monday with felony theft of $2,800. Authorities say Clark's arrest was the result of an audit of the Alcoholic... more »

• Iberia Sheriff's Office Reminds You Schools Are Open And Watch For Kids

  August 16, 2010 4:46 PM

  The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office would like to remind motorists in Iberia Parish that schools are opening and to watch for school buses and children at bus stops. Sheriff Ackal has deputies monitoring school zones for traffic violators; therefore, motorist should also be aware of their speed and obey posted... more »

• LA Alcohol & Tobacco Office Being Investigated

  August 15, 2010 2:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Two state agencies are investigating the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control. Murphy Painter, who led that office since 1996, resigned Friday without any public explanation. Louisiana State Police Superitendent Mike Edmonson tells The Advocate that another agency asked state police to help investigation... more »

• ST. MARTIN PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE LAUNCHES FACEBOOK PAGE

  August 13, 2010 4:54 PM

  (St. Martinville, La.)-The St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office has launched a Facebook page and Twitter feed in a continuing effort to keep the residents of St. Martin Parish informed. Citizens can receive breaking news updates on a variety of information such as press releases, crime alerts, safety alerts, and updates... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Announces the Creation of Community Roots

  August 13, 2010 4:46 PM

  The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office announces the creation of Community Roots a collaborative project whose goal is to foster community ties and pride through the creation and maintenance of neighborhood food gardens. Lafayette Community Roots is a partnership between The Sheriff's Office, Lafayette Consolidated Government, EarthShareGardens and others. Together, each... more »

• UPDATE-Suspects Arrested

  August 12, 2010 12:36 PM

  UPDATE-Both Suspects were identified by caller who saw picture on news. Driver Ethan Hebert DOB 3/8/1993 from Lafayette, passenger Christian Leblanc DOB 4/20/1991 from Lafayette. Both arrested 8-13-10 and charged with Unauthorized use of a Motor Vehicle and Criminal damage to Property. Thanks for the assistance ------------------------------------------- Lafayette Sheriff's... more »

• Obama, McChrystal finish Oval Office meeting

  June 23, 2010 11:21 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) - Afghanistan war commander Gen. Stanley McChrystal met privately with President Barack Obama at the White House Wednesday and then departed ahead of a scheduled war strategy session. There was no immediate word on whether Obama would fire him for his inflammatory remarks in a magazine interview. Officials... more »

• LA House- Require Jindal's Office to Preserve All Oil Related Documents

  June 18, 2010 12:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Without debate, the House has sent Gov. Bobby Jindal legislation that would require him to preserve all documents his office handles regarding the Deepwater Horizon oil spill disaster. Jindal now has to decide whether to sign or veto the measure. The Jindal administration has gone... more »

• Study Rips Defender Office; Defender: It's Wrong

  June 17, 2010 9:11 AM

  LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) -A new study finds little or no coordinated management in the public defender's office serving Lafayette, Vermilion and Acadia parishes. The report, to be released Thursday, also says the man in charge, David Balfour, has no official contract and was allowed to hire himself and decide his... more »

• The Office of State Parks-Fees Going Up

  June 16, 2010 12:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Campers and visitors to Louisiana's state historic sites have two weeks before fees go up. The Office of State Parks says state park entry fees will remain $1. On July 1, the fee at state historic sites will rise from $2 to $4. The cost... more »

• Judge Chides Landrieu Office Caper Suspects

  May 20, 2010 9:40 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - A federal judge has ruled that misdemeanor charges against four conservative activists who initially were accused of trying to tamper with the phones in Sen. Mary Landrieu's New Orleans office can be resolved in front of a magistrate instead of a judge. U.S. District Judge Stanwood Duval... more »

• Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office DWI Checkpoint

  April 8, 2010 4:02 PM

  Acadia Parish Sheriff Wayne Melancon announced that the Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office DWI Task Force will conduct a checkpoint looking for impaired drivers on Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 3:00 a.m. at a undisclosed location. more »

• THE RANT: Should Someone Over 70 Be Able To Run For Office?

  March 16, 2010 1:57 PM

  What do you think about the proposed constitutional amendment by Rep. Rickey Hardy banning those over 70 from qualifying to run for public office? Do you think this law is necessary? Should there be an age requirement for those running for office? CLICK HERE TO RANT or Email hoyt.harris@katctv.com... 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 »

• St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office Plans Sobriety Checkpoint

  February 26, 2010 6:39 PM

  St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Department will be conducting an Impaired Driver Checkpoint in St. Landry Parish on Saturday, February 27, 2010 between the hours of 9 PM and 2 AM. The Sheriff's Department will be assisted by other agencies at the Checkpoint. The purpose of the checkpoint is... more »

• Gov. Daniels flies Saints flag for Super Bowl bet

  February 17, 2010 12:29 PM

  INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels is flying a New Orleans Saints flag outside his Statehouse office after losing a friendly Super Bowl wager with Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal. Daniels' office says in a statement that the flag went on display Tuesday in the Statehouse atrium, where it will... more »

• St. Mary Sheriff's Office Arrest Report: February 1, 2010

  February 1, 2010 10:18 AM

  According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 72 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 106 complaints and reports the following arrests: David L. Robertson 18 yoa of 178 Sorrell Railroad Row, Jeanerette was arrested on 1-29-2010 at 5:18 am for Principle to Burglary, Criminal Mischief and Illegal... more »

• St. Mary Sheriff's Office Arrest Report: January 29, 2010

  January 29, 2010 10:58 AM

  According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff's Office responded to 40 complaints and reports the following arrests: Demond W. Grimm 31 yoa of 103 Isaac St., Franklin was arrested on 1-28-2010 at 9:43 am for Domestic Abuse Battery. Deputy was called to above... more »

• Activists In Landrieu's Office Planned Hidden Camera Operation

  January 28, 2010 4:08 PM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Four men charged with trying to tamper with a senator's phones - including a conservative activist known for targeting ACORN - hoped to record embarrassing hidden camera footage to document allegations her staff was ignoring calls critical of her stance on health care reform, an attorney... more »

• Mary Landrieu Reacts After Arrests Made

  January 26, 2010 8:20 PM

  WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu, D-La., today commented on the arrest of four individuals charged with entering federal property under false pretenses for the purpose of committing a felony. The incident occurred in Sen. Landrieu’s New Orleans office on Monday. Sen. Landrieu said: ... more »

• Lafayette Parish Office Of Public Health To Offer H1N1 Vaccine

  January 21, 2010 2:46 PM

  The Lafayette Office of Public Health is offering the 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccine to all Lafayette Parish residents at no cost. The event will take place on January 22, 2009 from 8:30- 4PM. Lafayette parish health unit 220 W. Willow street, Building A For more... more »

• Isiah Lively Apprehended

  January 13, 2010 12:11 PM

  On January 13, 2009 Isiah Lively was apprehended in the city of Parks by the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office Special Response Team and Bureau of Investigations Unit. Other agencies who assisted in Lively's capture were the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office, Jeanerette City Police, Jeanerette Marshal's Office, and the Parks... more »

• St. Landry jailer arrested

  January 13, 2010 11:06 AM

  OPELOUSAS, La. (AP) - A jailer with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office has been arrested on a charge of malfeasance after complaints from a female inmate concerning inappropriate behavior. Deputies say 61-year-old Charles Ray Mistric of Port Barre was arrested on the charge Monday after resigning on Sunday.... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Bomb Threat

  January 8, 2010 2:54 PM

  On Thursday January 7, 2010 at approximately 3:20pm the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office received a call through 911 stating there was a bomb in the Lafayette Parish Courthouse. Sheriff's deputies had the courthouse evacuated and searched for any type of explosives. An investigation began and evidence led detectives to... more »

• New Iberia Pharmacy Burglary Arrest

  December 17, 2009 12:33 PM

  On December 16, 2009 Detectives with the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office apprehended Jeremy Romero (Age 22 of 716 Lanza Ln.) on 2 counts of a pharmacy burglary and two counts of an attempted burglary of a pharmacy. A local pharmacy within the city limits of New Iberia was burglarized night... more »

• Lafayette Parish Sheriff's dailt arrests 12/13/09

  December 13, 2009 7:04 PM

  Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Daily Arrest Report Name: Andrus, Calvin Charge: Aggravated Assault Charge Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 100 Blk E Simcoe STR Lafayette, La Name: Borne, Eric Charge: Owi Vehicle Arresting Agency: Lafayette City Pd Address: 1900 Blk Eraste Landry ROA Lafayette, La Name:... more »

• Mock drill to be held outside Lafayette Jail

  December 10, 2009 12:40 PM

  The Lafayette Sheriff's Office will be conducting a mock drill at 2:00pm this afternoon outside the Lafayette Parish Jail. If you plan on being in this area please do not be alarmed if you see increased police activity. more »