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• BRPD: Man arrested after punching woman, throwing her in his car, leaving her unconscious in street Play Video

  June 4, 2026 9:00 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police arrested a New Roads man accused of punching a woman at a North Acadian Thruway club before putting her in his car, attacking her again and leaving her unconscious. According to an arrest warrant, a woman that 25-year-old Eurell Johnson III was dating... more »

• Shia LaBeouf sentenced to 2 years of probation after pleading guilty to battery in Mardi Gras fight Play Video

  June 3, 2026 1:35 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — Actor Shia LaBeouf pleaded guilty to battery charges in connection with a fight at a New Orleans bar during Mardi Gras earlier this year, WWL reported Wednesday. LaBeouf was sentenced to a six-month suspended sentence, as well as two years of active probation, following his guilty... more »

• Assumption Parish woman charged with battery after fight at recreation facility Play Video

  June 2, 2026 11:15 AM

  PLATTENVILLE — A White Castle woman turned herself in to authorities after a fight at a recreation facility left another person injured, the Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office said. Faith C. Bourg, 36, was arrested on felony battery charges connected to a fight that took place at an area recreation... more »

• Sexual battery case involving former BRPD officer officially filed Play Video

  May 29, 2026 7:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE — An officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department is being charged with misdemeanor sexual battery after he allegedly groped a gas station employee in December of 2025, according to court documents. On Dec. 5, 2025, 32-year-old Stefan Jones allegedly groped the employee in an incident captured... more »

• Man wanted on domestic abuse, child endangerment charge booked into Ascension Parish Jail Play Video

  May 22, 2026 7:15 PM

  GONZALES — A man wanted by the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office on domestic abuse charges was arrested on Thursday, according to arrest records. David Francois , 34, was booked into the Ascension Parish Jail for domestic abuse battery child endangerment. Francois was previously arrested in 2024 on another... more »

• 16-year-old arrested on battery charges in Assumption Parish

  May 22, 2026 7:14 AM

  PIERRE PART – Assumption Parish deputies arrested a teenager on battery charges after hospitalizing a person with "significant injuries." On May 12, deputies responded to a healthcare facility to find a person being treated for injuries sustained earlier that day. The person told authorities that a juvenile attacked them.... more »

• Ex-BRPD officer involved in Brave Cave case accused of strangling woman Play Video

  April 20, 2026 5:05 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Troy Lawrence Jr., a former Baton Rouge police officer implicated in previous complaints about the notorious Brave Cave, faces charges including battery of a dating partner by strangulation, simple battery, aggravated assault and simple criminal damage to property. According to an arrest warrant Monday, the East Baton... more »

• Man sought in Gonzales battery investigation, police say

  April 10, 2026 7:40 AM

  GONZALES — Police are searching for a man accused of battery in Gonzales. Glen Coleman, 49, is wanted in connection with an incident that happened on April 5, where he allegedly attacked someone and left the scene. He is wanted on simple battery and domestic abuse battery charges.... more »

• BRPD arrests woman who allegedly dragged person from vehicle Play Video

  March 19, 2026 6:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a woman who allegedly dragged another person down a road while holding onto them from her car. An arrest warrant for 24-year-old Daishanay Williams says she met the two victims at the Woodlawn Acres BREC Park around 1:45 p.m. Documents say Williams was... more »

• Woman arrested after driving man she stabbed to hospital, Iberville Parish deputies say Play Video

  February 27, 2026 1:15 PM

  MARINGOUIN — A woman was arrested on Friday after she drove a man she stabbed to the hospital, Iberville Parish deputies say. According to the Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies arrived at a residence on Friday morning in Maringouin to learn that a 43-year-old man who was allegedly stabbed... more »

• Two students arrested for fighting teachers on back-to-back days at Istrouma High School Play Video

  February 17, 2026 11:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Two Istrouma High School students were arrested for fighting school faculty on consecutive days, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Last Tuesday, 18-year-old Jordan George was arrested for battery of a school teacher. The next day, 17-year-old Tyra Tillman was arrested on the same charge.... more »

• Cold weather leaves Baton Rouge drivers stranded, dead batteries blamed Play Video

  January 27, 2026 3:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Freezing temperatures in the capital city created headaches for drivers, as dead car batteries left vehicles stranded and slowed down morning commutes. Towing companies and AAA reported a surge in calls related to battery failures during the past few cold mornings. Jeremy Minor, owner of... more »

• WBRZ Investigative Unit: BRPD officer on leave, arrested, after groping at convenience store caught on tape Play Video

  December 31, 2025 1:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge Police Department officer has been arrested and accused of misdemeanor sexual battery after appearing to grope a gas station employee in an incident captured on video, the WBRZ Investigative Unit has learned. Stefan Jones was arrested Tuesday and also placed on leave pending... more »

• BRPD: Woman claims to have been allegedly assaulted by relative before having car stolen

  December 22, 2025 12:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A woman claimed to have been assaulted by a relative before having her car stolen, Baton Rouge Police said. On Dec. 19, the woman told police that 42-year-old Andrea Anthony allegedly assaulted her before taking her vehicle earlier that day. According to arrest records, officers,... more »

• Man arrested in Assumption Parish for allegedly punching neighbor in the face Play Video

  December 15, 2025 12:49 PM

  LABADIEVILLE — The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a man for allegedly punching his neighbor in the face during an argument on Sparrow Street. Deputies say Anthony L. Herron, 40, was arrested on assault and battery charges after he allegedly punched his neighbor with a closed fist after a... more »

• Former state senator cited for giving teen unwanted hug, kiss on head Play Video

  December 8, 2025 5:02 PM

  By BESS CASSERLEIGH WBRZ News Two BATON ROUGE — Former state senator and state representative Francis Heitmeier was issued a summons after allegedly touching a 16-year-old Tiger Stadium employee without her consent. Documents obtained by the WBRZ Investigative Unit show the incident occurred in the suites area during... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Department searching for man in connection with alleged domestic abuse

  November 28, 2025 11:49 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department is searching for a man in connection with a domestic battery charge. Investigators announced on Friday that McKelvin Duckworth, 30, is wanted on the charge of domestic abuse battery - strangulation. If you have any information regarding Duckworth's location, investigators... more »

• BRPD arrests man on drug charges after traffic stop

  November 21, 2025 11:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge Police arrested a man accused of possessing drugs, as well as being a fugitive from East Baton Rouge Parish deputies. Kwaijuan Robvais, 28, was arrested after a traffic stop on Wednesday. According to police, Robvais had marijuana and large amounts of cash in... more »

• Hammond PD trying to identify man who allegedly used stolen car battery to power, steal another vehicle Play Video

  November 14, 2025 3:12 PM

  HAMMOND - The Hammond Police Department requested the public's help on Friday in identifying a suspect in two burglaries in which the suspect allegedly stole a car battery to power and steal a vehicle at another location. The department said the suspect entered Supreme Toyota on South Morrison Boulevard... more »

• BRPD arrests man accused of kidnapping boy after robbing Plank Road apartment Play Video

  November 5, 2025 8:09 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A man accused of robbing a woman's home and kidnapping her son was arrested by Baton Rouge Police. Keyanis Guy, 19, allegedly went to a woman's apartment at The Reserve at Howell South along Plank Road in April. The woman began calling for her son to... more »

• Assumption Parish man arrested for hitting woman with microwave during argument Play Video

  October 24, 2025 9:41 AM

  BELLE ROSE - An Assumption Parish man was arrested for felony battery charges after striking a woman with a microwave during an argument. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office was dispatched to a domestic situation on Wednesday, where a woman claimed that she and Michael Jones Jr., 36, got into... more »

• BRFD: Toledo Bend Avenue fire from earlier in week was caused by malfunctioning hoverboard battery Play Video

  August 29, 2025 9:30 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Investigators said Friday that a house fire on Toledo Bend Avenue that displaced five people was started by a malfunctioning hoverboard battery. Baton Rouge Fire officials said the Wednesday fire was caused when the battery caught fire while charging. Officials added that no one was hurt.... more »

• EBRSO: Former volunteer coach arrested for groping teacher, previously accused of flashing janitor

  August 23, 2025 1:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A former volunteer coach at Broadmoor High School was arrested for groping a teacher at the school, which he had been fired and banned from around two years before, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said. On July 22, Darius Moses, 29, allegedly entered the school... more »

• Deputies searching for suspect in Fourth of July weekend battery at False River bar Play Video

  August 5, 2025 4:26 PM

  POINTE COUPEE - Deputies are asking the public for help in identifying a man who they say seriously injured a person at a Fourth of July gathering. The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office said the person struck the victim, causing them serious personal injury, while at The Sandbar on... more »

• State Trooper arrested on domestic violence charge, allegedly battered woman while drunk Play Video

  July 29, 2025 11:34 AM

  CLINTON - A State Trooper was arrested on a domestic violence charge in East Feliciana Parish, sources confirmed to the Investigative Unit. East Feliciana Parish Sheriff Jeff Travis said that Trooper Derrick Parish, of St. Francisville, was booked for battery of a dating partner Monday evening. His bond has... more »

• Man accused of soliciting 14-year-old girl for sex, attacking her mother arrested by BRPD Play Video

  July 24, 2025 7:35 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A man accused of soliciting sex from and engaging in indecent behavior with a teenage girl was arrested by Baton Rouge Police. Anthony McManus, 55, allegedly begged the 14-year-old victim for sex multiple times over two weeks in April, including offering her $500 and offering to... more »

• West Fel. Parish President Kenny Havard found guilty of simple battery, given citation Play Video

  July 22, 2025 6:13 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE - The WBRZ Investigative Unit has learned that West Feliciana Parish President Kenny Havard was found guilty of simple battery for hitting another man in the face. According to Chuck Spillman, Havard assaulted him before a parish council meeting in December. Reporters were there that day... more »

• Man accused of robbing woman at gunpoint on South Acadian Thruway arrested as fugitive

  May 21, 2025 1:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man accused of robbing a woman at gunpoint on South Acadian Thruway in April was arrested by U.S. Marshals and booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. Anthony Maggitt, 34, allegedly held a woman at gunpoint while she was in her car on South... more »

• Apartment fire caused by toy's rechargeable battery displaces three, St. George Fire says Play Video

  April 26, 2025 2:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Mariner Drive apartment fire caused by a rechargeable battery in a children's ride-on car toy displaced three people. On Thursday, St. George firefighters were called to the apartment fire off Gardere Lane around 4:18 p.m. The fire, which had penetrated the attic of the building,... more »

• Zachary Police seeking man accused of sexual battery against a minor

  March 12, 2025 3:00 PM

  ZACHARY — A warrant has been issued for a man accused of committing sexual battery against a juvenile. Police said they are searching for Lindsey Moore after his involvement with a minor. Anyone with information is asked to contact ZPD at 225-654-9393. more »

• State Police lieutenant out on bond after arrest in off-duty domestic violence incident Play Video

  February 6, 2025 8:03 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A State Police lieutenant is on administrative leave after he was arrested for domestic violence on Thursday. Arrest documents obtained by the WBRZ Investigative Unit said Trooper James Jefferson III, 40, was taken into custody by Baton Rouge Police around 12:45 a.m. Jefferson was released from... more »

• Mechanics share necessary automotive preparations ahead of Tuesday's winter weather Play Video

  January 20, 2025 6:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE — During Tuesday's sub-freezing weather it's important to check your car before you start your engine and drive. While officials are advising against driving, the owner of L & S Automotive said that if residents have to hit the roads, the first thing they should do is... more »

• Former volunteer coach previously arrested for child porn, molestation now accused of domestic abuse Play Video

  November 22, 2024 3:15 PM

  BRUSLY — A former volunteer coach at Christian Academy of Louisiana previously arrested on child porn and molestation charges was arrested a third time, this time accused of domestic abuse battery. Dennis Kennamer, 39, was arrested by Brusly Police on Thursday for domestic abuse battery with strangulation. In... more »

• Man accused of swinging 'large wooden object' at person in Paincourtville bar arrested Play Video

  November 18, 2024 10:27 AM

  PAINCOURTVILLE – A Labadieville man accused of battery while swinging a large piece of wood at a person in an Assumption bar was arrested over the weekend. Ashton Kerry Ainsworth, 34, was arrested after deputies were called to a fight at Hollywoods Bar in Paincourtville. Deputies said they found... more »

• Deputies arrest man accused of July battery of pregnant woman following pursuit

  September 27, 2024 2:17 PM

  BAYOU L’OURSE – A man accused of the battery of a pregnant woman and leading deputies on a pursuit was arrested. Kelton Javon Smith, 27, was arrested Thursday after leading deputies on a pursuit when they attempted to apprehend him. When he was caught, Smith was arrested and... more »

• Landlord-tenant dispute leads to battery arrest for Thibodaux man

  September 20, 2024 1:10 PM

  LABADIEVILLE — A Thibodaux man was arrested on a felony battery charge after a disturbance at a Labadieville home, the sheriff's office said Friday. Assumption Parish Sheriff Leland Falcon said a landlord-tenant dispute led to Andre Rene Davis, 40, striking someone who required medical care. Davis was booked on... more »

• Man arrested for arson after sending roommate videos of himself lighting her things on fire

  August 27, 2024 10:26 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested for simple arson and battery of a police officer after his roommate said he sent her videos of himself setting her belongings on fire. Officers arrested 18-year-old James Rivers on Monday after his roommate called the police on him. Rivers initially tried... more »

• Educator says teachers need to be better prepared for real-life scenarios after teacher accused of battery Play Video

  August 26, 2024 6:46 PM

  GREENSBURG — Some educators believe many teachers are not set up to adequately handle real-life scenarios after graduating from college, especially in the aftermath of a teacher being accused of and being arrested for simple battery at St. Helena Career and College Academy. Ambria Cook is accused of attacking... more »

• Baton Rouge man out on bond for domestic violence charges arrested again on similar charges

  July 30, 2024 11:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge man who was out on bond for domestic violence charges was arrested Tuesday for harassment and domestic battery after he allegedly called a woman more than thirty times and showed up to her apartment, arrest records show. Patrick Buffington, 36, was arrested by... more »

• Assumption man arrested for assault; accused of stabbing another man in neck over lawn chair

  July 17, 2024 10:54 AM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — A 60-year-old man accused of stabbing a person in the neck over a lawn chair after threatening to kill them was arrested in Napoleonville, Assumption Parish deputies said. Anthony James Ewell was arrested Tuesday for aggravated second-degree battery at a La. 400 home. Deputies said they... more »

• Ponchatoula Police searching for second man connected to June homicide after one arrest was made Play Video

  July 1, 2024 1:38 PM

  PONCHATOULA — The Ponchatoula Police Department is searching for a man accused of crimes related to a June homicide, in which one arrest was already made, the department said Monday. Ricky Lee Alexander, 42, is wanted for obstruction of justice and second-degree battery in connection to the investigation of... more »

• New pictures from fire at car dealership believed to have been caused by electrical malfunction Play Video

  June 27, 2024 1:15 PM

  NAPOLEONVILLE - Six fire crews worked for hours Wednesday evening to put out a fire at a car dealership. Investigators believe the cause was electrical. Napoleonville Fire Chief Don Blanchard said his department got a call that the Barbera Chevrolet was on fire around 6 p.m. When his crew... more »

• Police searching for men wanted for battery at grocery store in Addis

  May 22, 2024 3:11 PM

  ADDIS - The Addis Police Department are searching for two men who allegedly committed battery at a grocery store. Police said the men committed the battery at Benedetto's Market in Addis. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Addis Police Department at 225-687-2222. more »

• Facing new charge, Jackson officer no longer on the job

  July 24, 2023 6:08 PM

  JACKSON - An officer for the Town of Jackson is no longer on the job, though town officials haven't addressed specifics of his departure. Travis Clay Depew was arrested this month on a misdemeanor stalking count. It comes just six months after he was convicted of simple battery for... more »

• Bus driver arrested after parent claims he slammed door on her arm and drove off Play Video

  January 16, 2023 5:37 PM

  INDEPENDENCE - A longtime bus driver in Tangipahoa Parish was arrested and accused of aggravated battery after a parent alleged he shut the bus door on her arm and drove a few feet before stopping. Watch live newscasts here Techniguecious Moore said it was a foggy morning last... more »

• Man fought officers after firefighters caught him trying to set Baton Rouge business ablaze

  June 9, 2022 5:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Firefighters called the police after witnessing a man light a building on fire Thursday afternoon. The Baton Rouge Fire Department was called to Level 5 Events on Plank Road, and when crews arrived, they were told a man was seen with his arms inside of a... more »

• Silence from the Livingston Parish sheriff after detectives botched sex crimes case involving Tiki Tubing owner Play Video

  May 26, 2022 6:51 PM

  LIVINGSTON - A woman is facing sexual battery charges, and the family of the victim has received only silence from the sheriff's office that admits it mishandled the case. Patricia Fore and John Fore, whose business— Tiki Tubing —shut down in the wake of their arrests for separate allegations... more »

• Saints owner meets with embattled QB Deshaun Watson as trade talks ramp up

  March 17, 2022 12:28 PM

  UPDATE: Multiple reports say Deshaun Watson is expected to sign with the Cleveland Browns. Read the latest here . ------ NEW ORLEANS - The Saints have emerged as the runaway favorite to land star quarterback Deshaun Watson, who faces lawsuits from more than 20 women alleging sexual misconduct.... more »

• Man arrested after allegedly hitting New Orleans police officer with chair

  January 6, 2022 4:16 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A man accused of striking a police officer with a metal chair in New Orleans earlier this week was arrested Thursday. The New Orleans Police Department said Zachary Bott, 20, turned himself in Thursday after a tip helped investigators identify him as a suspect. The... more »

• Police arrest students who filmed violent attack on teacher, posted it on social media Play Video

  October 7, 2021 12:36 PM

  Warning: Video contains explicit language COVINGTON - A high school student was arrested in St. Tammany Parish after she allegedly attacked her physically disabled teacher as part of a social media challenge. Two others were arrested days later for posting the assault on social media. The Covington Police... more »

• Fight between two men led to gunfire on Abington Avenue; one person shot

  August 9, 2021 12:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - One person was shot at an apartment building Sunday night following an altercation between two men. East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said one man was physically attacked by another around 10:20 on August 8 at Abington Avenue. Deputies said the victim shot the suspect once.... more »

• Woman allegedly sought out teenage boys on social media, forced girl to have sex with them

  May 17, 2021 12:13 PM

  HOUMA - A woman is accused of posing as a teenager on social media to arrange meetings where she would force an underage girl to have sex with teenage boys she met online. The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office said Angela Lirette, 39, used a phony social media account to... more »

• Slidell school employee charged with battery after hitting student with meter stick

  March 3, 2021 3:33 PM

  SLIDELL - A St. Tammany Parish Public School employee has been charged with simple battery, following an incident where a student was struck with a meter stick. The para-professional, identified as 66-year-old Terry Pratts of Slidell, reportedly slapped a student with a meter stick during dismissal time on Monday.... more »

• Police report associated with former LSU player's 2020 arrest reveals alleged animal abuse

  September 10, 2020 6:00 AM

  BATON ROUGE – Former LSU defensive end, Ray Parker, bonded out jail Thursday (September 10) after being arrested on-campus for battery of a dating partner. Records indicate that Parker's bond amount was $4,500. According to a police report, he was arrested on LSU campus around 2:30 a.m., Wednesday for... more »

• Police step in during domestic dispute, arrest one on charges of abuse

  December 2, 2019 12:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department say they had to intervene when a woman’s boyfriend tried to prevent her from leaving their home. According to a police report, on Sunday evening around 6:57 p.m. officers responded to a reported domestic dispute on Harry Drive in... more »

• Two-year-old taken along for the ride as father goes on reckless road rage rampage

  November 28, 2019 1:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A man allegedly slammed his car into another vehicle and then dropped his 2-year-old to the pavement while trying to pick a fight with another driver. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office says Jeremy Saltzman was the aggressor in the road rage confrontation that got far... more »