Content Tagged As riot
Tagged News
-
Louisiana's troubled teens unwelcome in Alabama after causing riot at facility this week Play Video
July 8, 2022 5:43 PM
DOTHAN - At least 14 troubled teens from Louisiana were kicked out of an Alabama jail aimed at rehabilitating kids following a riot they caused this week. District Attorney Tony Clayton and the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said they were notified Thursday to come pick up the... more » -
Teenage inmates took over part of juvenile facility, inciting a riot Play Video
March 31, 2022 6:32 PM
BATON ROUGE - Sources provided documents to the WBRZ Investigative Unit showing just how serious the situation was at the East Baton Rouge Parish Juvenile facility Friday night when paramedics, firefighters and police were summoned to the facility. When WBRZ inquired about the situation Friday, officials told us it... more » -
Capitol rioter arrested after his Bumble match turned him in
April 24, 2021 4:17 PM
One of the men that stormed the capitol on Jan. 6 was arrested after his Bumble match turned him in. Robert Chapman, a New York resident, bragged about his role in the riot on Bumble about a week after the attack, saying that he "made it all the way... more » -
Violent protests in Washington state after officer drives through crowd
January 25, 2021 3:21 PM
TACOMA, Wash. - Protesters set fires and damaged buildings in Washington after a police officer drove through a crowd of people. The protest began Sunday evening near the intersection where a police car plowed through a crowd of pedestrians the night before while responding to reports of a street... more » -
La. officials closing Capitol building Wednesday ahead of expected demonstrations
January 19, 2021 2:41 PM
BATON ROUGE - Louisiana lawmakers are closing the state's Capitol Wednesday amid expectations for protests coinciding with the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. Multiple state officials confirmed the closure to WBRZ. The Advocate reports a memo from the Louisiana House speaker and Senate president to fellow legislators said the... more » -
Louisiana man arrested after breaching the U.S. Capitol
January 17, 2021 4:52 PM
SHREVEPORT, La. - A Louisiana man and his cousin were arrested on Saturday (Jan. 16) after officials discovered that they entered the U.S. Capitol with other rioters on Jan. 6 The United States District Court for the District of Columbia filed a criminal complaint against Louisiana resident... more » -
Louisiana National Guard troops deployed to Washington D.C. to assist security during the presidential inauguration
January 16, 2021 6:53 PM
BATON ROUGE, La. – On Saturday the Louisiana National Guard, as directed by Governor John Bel Edwards, sent approximately 174 soldiers and airmen to assist the District of Columbia National Guard during the presidential inauguration. More than a week after the United States Capitol building invaded by rioters... more » -
US Olympic gold medalist charged in Capitol riot
January 13, 2021 5:36 PM
WASHINGTON - A former swimmer and U.S. Olympic gold medalist is facing charges after allegedly taking part in the unlawful entrance of the U.S. Capitol building last week. Police identified 38-year-old Klete Keller, a 6'6" swimmer, thanks in part to his height, but also because of a Team USA... more » -
La. congressman: Trump should apologize, stay out of spotlight for remainder of his term
January 8, 2021 7:23 PM
BATON ROUGE - Congressman Garret Graves says Donald Trump should "effectively" remove himself from the role of president until Joe Biden is sworn in later this month. Graves made the comments during an interview with WWL Radio Friday. When asked about Democrat-led efforts to remove President Trump from office,... more » -
Rouses owner among those under fire on social media after riot at US Capitol
January 7, 2021 2:50 PM
BATON ROUGE - Businesses and schools in Baton Rouge are addressing their employees and students' remarks on social media regarding the events that took place at the US Capitol Wednesday. Rouses Supermarket is facing backlash and calls for a boycott online after one of its owners was photographed at... more » -
Authorities release name of woman killed during protest at Capitol
January 7, 2021 11:10 AM
WASHINGTON - According to ABC News, Ashli Babbitt was shot and killed when protesters stormed the nation's Capitol on Wednesday (Jan. 6). The news outlet says law enforcement confirmed Babbitt's identity Thursday. She was reportedly shot amid the breech of the building, and during a late-night press conference,... more » -
Baton Rouge protester arrested for arson faces restrictions after release from jail
June 15, 2020 2:37 PM
BATON ROUGE - One of three protesters accused of setting multiple businesses on fire amid demonstrations in the capital area is facing several bond conditions Monday. Shamyrin Djhodi Johnson, 22, must abide by those conditions ordered by a judge Monday as part of his release from jail. Among them... more » -
New Orleans Police arrest two, seek third person for vandalism of John McDonogh statue
June 15, 2020 11:09 AM
NEW ORLEANS - Two people have been charged with inciting a riot, as well as a host of other charges, for their alleged role in toppling a statue of slave owner John McDonogh in Duncan Plaza Saturday and dumping it in the Mississippi River. Arrest records indicate 27-year-old Caleb... more » -
Ohio: Riot breaks out following university's announcement of temporary closure due to COVID-19
March 11, 2020 6:27 AM
DAYTON, OH - When the University of Dayton in Ohio announced its temporary suspension of all classes and on-campus housing due to coronavirus concerns, students responded by putting on an out-of-control party on campus. The cancellation was announced Tuesday, and within hours, hundreds of students had gathered on a... more » -
Smiling selfie: Local missionaries leaving Haiti amid violent riots Play Video
July 11, 2018 5:53 PM
HAMMOND – A few days late, members of The Mission Church are headed back to Louisiana after being stuck in Haiti. The group shared a picture they took together as they waited for an airplane. The group was smiling, finally able to get to the airport after the United... more » -
Area law enforcement trains for riots and large crowds Play Video
January 17, 2017 9:09 PM
GONZALES- Nearly two dozen law enforcement officers from around the state and region spent the day training in tactical gear for possible riots and large crowds. They want to make sure they are ready for any situation. Last year, we saw first hand just how tense things can get.... more »