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Tangipahoa Parish crews closing roads to finish multiple cross drain projects this week
October 13, 2026 1:02 PM
AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish crews are working on completing multiple cross drain projects this week. Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller said four cross drain projects are scheduled in Rabbit Run subdivision, on Kohnke Hill Road and in Doe Run II, located east of Amite. On Wednesday, two cross... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish School System switching to digital report cards Play Video
October 8, 2026 1:32 PM
AMITE - The Tangipahoa Parish School System is asking parents to register online to receive their child's report cards. TPSS announced on social media Wednesday that upcoming report cards will be submitted online in JCampus and urged all parents to set up an account to view their child's grades.... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office rodeo adds sensory-friendly day for first time Play Video
September 26, 2026 7:04 PM
AMITE — The 15th Annual Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office Mounted Division Pro Rodeo hosted a Special Needs Rodeo on Saturday in Amite. The rodeo initially kicked off on Friday at the Florida Parishes Arena, featuring rodeo competitions including bull riding, calf roping and rodeo clowns. However, on Saturday,... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office searching for several suspects wanted for variety of crimes in parish
September 25, 2026 2:30 PM
HAMMOND — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for several suspects wanted for a variety of crimes across the parish. According to deputies, detectives believe a Black woman captured on surveillance footage may have information connected to a narcotics-related investigation that began at the end of August. ... more » -
Ribbon-cutting held on Wednesday to celebrate Amite's new lunch spot Play Video
September 23, 2026 1:19 PM
AMITE — A ribbon-cutting was held on Wednesday to celebrate a new lunch spot in Amite. Pearls & Provisions is housed at The Fitz House—at 114 W. Mulberry St.—and is open Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. LaShay Bankston first opened the restaurant in early June... more » -
Former Amite councilman wanted for battery following alleged fight in downtown Baton Rouge Play Video
September 21, 2026 10:56 AM
BATON ROUGE — A man who previously served as a councilmember for the City of Amite and ran for mayor is wanted for second-degree battery following an alleged physical altercation outside the Raising Cane's River Center on Sept. 4. Baton Rouge Police Department officers arrived at the Raising Cane's... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office warns residents of real estate scam Play Video
September 21, 2026 9:49 AM
AMITE — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office warned residents about a scam involving fraudulent house rental publications on Monday. According to detectives, scammers steal images of homes for sale before fraudulently listing them on social media as properties available for rent at rates lower than others of similar size... more » -
Relic of St. John Paul II making way to Baton Rouge church during tour across Capital Area Play Video
September 15, 2026 11:49 AM
BATON ROUGE - A blood relic of St. John Paul II is coming to the Capitol Region, and the Diocese of Baton Rouge is welcoming it to Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. On Wednesday, the relic can be venerated at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, located at 2250... more » -
Amite foundry melted World Trade Center steel used in USS New York's bow
September 11, 2026 4:09 PM
AMITE — Salvaged steel from the World Trade Center was melted at a facility in Louisiana before being turned into a U.S. Navy warship, according to a report by the Digital Visual Information Distribution System . The USS New York, along with two other ships, was commissioned to honor... more » -
Baton Rouge man convicted of breaking into ATMs across southeast Louisiana sentenced to 8 years Play Video
September 11, 2026 2:46 PM
AMITE — A Baton Rouge man convicted of breaking into several ATMs across southeast Louisiana has been sentenced to eight years in prison. Alfred Roy Cobb, also known as "The Saw Bandit," was arrested in Texas in December 2024 after U.S. Marshals found him at a U-Haul facility. He... more » -
Leaders and educators from across Tangipahoa gather for early workforce conference
September 11, 2026 1:50 PM
AMITE — Leaders, educators and early childhood team members from across Tangipahoa joined together for a day of collaboration at Tangipahoa Parish School System's Ready Start Tangipahoa Early Childhood Workforce Conference on Friday. Participants took part in sessions focused on strengthening strategies and raising the bar for early care... more » -
LSP: Box truck overturns along I-55 northbound between Independence, Amite
September 4, 2026 8:20 AM
INDEPENDENCE — A box truck overturned along I-55 northbound between Independence and Amite on Friday morning. According to Louisiana State Police, the roadway was not closed as a result of the crash, but motorists should expect lane closures once recovery crews arrive on scene. WBRZ has asked authorities... more » -
21 people arrested following investigation into the Mansion Gentlemen's Club in Amite Play Video
September 1, 2026 7:50 PM
AMITE — Twenty-one people were arrested following an investigation into Butler's Bar and Grill, also known as the Mansion Gentlemen's Club, in Amite on Sunday, according to the St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Department. On Sunday around 2 a.m., several warrants were served, leading to 21 arrests on various charges,... more » -
Rising Above: 10 Years After The Great Flood
August 15, 2026 1:19 PM
BATON ROUGE — More than half the state was left underwater after unprecedented rainfall caused waterways to flood much of the Capital Area on Aug. 13, 2016. Held as the worst natural disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy in 2012, the 2016 flood killed over a... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish president issues burn ban amid dry conditions
August 14, 2026 1:36 PM
AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish President announced a burn ban for residents in the parish on Friday. The ban is due to extremely dry conditions around the parish and follows a request by the local fire chiefs, according to Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller. "After talking with the fire... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish School Board continues search for new superintendent with upcoming town hall
August 14, 2026 1:06 PM
AMITE — The Tangipahoa Parish School Board is continuing its search for a new superintendent to succeed Melissa Stilley, who announced her retirement earlier this year. Stilley's contract extends through January 2027. The school board has begun conducting interviews for the position. The public interviews can be watched... more » -
Amite man accused of murdering parents found unfit to stand trial following sanity hearing Play Video
August 14, 2026 11:42 AM
AMITE — An Amite man arrested for allegedly killing his parents was found unfit to stand trial in Tangipahoa Parish following a sanity hearing. Joshua Brocato , 34, was arrested in Marina Del Rey, California, after deputies said he killed his parents, Priscilla and Marc Brocato. Priscilla's body was... more » -
Ponchatoula man sentenced to 30 years following connection to fentanyl overdose Play Video
July 28, 2026 12:40 PM
AMITE - A Ponchatoula man has been sentenced for the death of a 27-year-old who overdosed on f entanyl . On July 20, Trystan C. McMillion, 28, was sentenced to serve 30 years of hard labor in Louisiana Department of Corrections for his role in the early 2024 death... more » -
Documentary episode centered on Tangipahoa Parish jail set to air Monday Play Video
July 13, 2026 7:32 PM
AMITE — A documentary series filmed inside the Tangipahoa Parish Jail is set to air on the Discovery Channel. "120 Hours: Behind Bars" documents America's toughest jails over five days. The production crew came to Amite at the end of April. The episode featuring Tangipahoa Parish will air... more » -
Tangipahoa Fire District testing hydrants in Amite City
July 13, 2026 11:12 AM
AMITE — The Tangipahoa Parish Fire District will be testing hydrants in Amite City over the next few days, according to fire officials. Fire crews will be conducting flow testing in the Southwest section of the city. Officials warn that the testing may cause a disturbance of settlement in... more » -
Amite woman arrested after crash critically injures passenger Play Video
July 11, 2026 5:15 PM
AMITE — An Amite woman was arrested following an early morning crash on Seibert Road that left one of her passengers critically injured, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. On Saturday around 7 a.m., deputies learned of a one-vehicle crash with the vehicle involved containing four people at... more » -
Deputies cite 7 clerks at Tangipahoa Parish businesses for underage tobacco, alcohol sales
July 6, 2026 7:08 AM
AMITE — Deputies cited seven clerks at multiple Tangipahoa Parish businesses for underage tobacco and alcohol sales and use. The results of the months-long operation were announced Sunday. According to deputies, more than 38 retail alcoholic beverage and tobacco establishments on the southern end of the parish were visited.... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish deputies ask for public's help finding stolen tractor Play Video
July 2, 2026 4:38 PM
AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish deputies are looking for a tractor they say was stolen from the Amite area, and the sheriff's office has asked the public for help finding it. The tractor and a trail camera were stolen from a property along Austin Brumfield Road in May, the Tangipahoa... more » -
Former Tangipahoa Parish deputy arrested after contraband linked to work release program Play Video
June 27, 2026 11:27 AM
AMITE — A former Tangipahoa Parish deputy, who worked for the sheriff's office for 30 years, was arrested on multiple charges following an investigation into the management of the Transitional Work Release program. According to the sheriff's office, an investigation was launched into 76-year-old Charles Burise, who had been... more » -
Proclamation of Emergency closes Livingston Parish waterways as rising water levels cause flooding Play Video
June 6, 2026 9:33 AM
LIVINGSTON — Waterways in Livingston Parish are closed until further notice, according to a proclamation of emergency authorized by Parish President Randy Delatte on Saturday morning. The closure comes as rising water levels have caused localized flooding in several low-lying areas near waterways throughout the parish. The Livingston... more » -
Impairment plays a role in two separate fatal crashes in Tangipahoa Parish over the weekend
May 23, 2026 8:08 PM
TICKFAW — Louisiana State Police responded to two fatal crashes in Tangipahoa Parish over the weekend, where impairment played a role. The first occurred on Friday, around 11:50 p.m., along U.S. 51 just south of La. 1064. Troopers said that a 2013 Hyundai Elantra driven by 25-year-old Resjyne Griffin... more » -
Body shop employee who allegedly stole car in Livingston, led deputies on chase through Ascension arrested Play Video
May 11, 2026 2:28 PM
PRAIRIEVILLE - A man was arrested after he allegedly stole a car from the Livingston Parish body shop where he worked and drove it across parish lines to break into a woman's home on Mother's Day. Ascension Parish sheriff's deputies say they responded to a home on Autumn Drive... more » -
Man arrested after allegedly attempting to carjack elderly woman in Amite Play Video
May 1, 2026 1:34 PM
AMITE — A man was arrested by the Amite City Police Department following an investigation into an attempted carjacking involving an elderly person. According to the department, the investigation began in May 2020 after officers responded to a reported assault in the parking lot of a local business. ... more » -
Victoria Cox sentenced to 60 years in prison for 2024 kidnapping of Tangipahoa Parish child Play Video
April 30, 2026 1:34 PM
AMITE - Victoria Cox, a woman who was convicted of the kidnapping of a Loranger child and the murder of her mother and sister, was sentenced to 60 years in prison on Thursday. The sentencing comes nearly two years after 35-year-old Callie Brunett was killed by her former dating... more » -
Family of teen killed in alleged road rage demanding harsher penalties Play Video
April 20, 2026 4:48 PM
AMITE - The family of Katelynn Strate, the pregnant 17-year-old killed in an alleged road rage incident, is calling for harsher penalties for those who engage in the dangerous act. In a Tangipahoa Parish courtroom Monday, 55-year-old Barry West pleaded not guilty to negligent homicide in the shooting death... more » -
St. Helena Parish residents say house fire that spared portrait of Jesus is Holy Week miracle Play Video
April 2, 2026 7:06 AM
AMITE - A home along Sawmill Road in Amite suffered damage from a fire early Wednesday morning. However, one thing that survived the fire was a picture of Jesus, barely affected. Now, people in St. Helena Parish are calling the picture's survival a Holy Week miracle. Lekeshia... more » -
Tangipahoa officials urge caution at train crossings after fatal wreck at intersection with only crossbucks Play Video
March 26, 2026 4:02 PM
AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish officials urged caution at railroad crossings Thursday after a motorist was killed in a collision with a passenger train. Dorian Batiste, 22, died when the southbound City of New Orleans hit the front end of a pickup truck in which he was riding Wednesday afternoon,... more » -
Amite Police searching for woman accused of attempted murder, armed robbery along Richardson Street Play Video
March 26, 2026 11:03 AM
AMITE — Amite Police officers are trying to locate an attempted murder and armed robbery suspect. According to police, Breanna Walker is a suspect in a March 22 stabbing that happened around 2:10 a.m. along Richardson Street. Police said that the victim in the stabbing was attacked by Walker,... more » -
Amite man arrested on attempted murder, drive-by shooting charges after South 2nd Street shooting Play Video
March 19, 2026 11:37 AM
AMITE — An Amite man was arrested on attempted murder and drive-by shooting charges after police responded to a shooting along South 2nd Street. According to the Amite Police Department, they responded to reports of gunshots at the intersection of West MLK Street around 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Once... more » -
18-wheeler and log trailer stolen from Amite truck stop overnight Play Video
March 17, 2026 3:01 PM
AMITE — A truck and log trailer were stolen from the Tall Timbers truck stop sometime between 9:30 p.m. last night and 2 a.m. Tuesday morning. B.J. Ginn Trucking posted the images to Facebook, saying that the stolen vehicles are a 1999 International Eagle and a 2005 Pitts log... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish School System delays start of school across district after Wednesday night storms Play Video
March 12, 2026 6:29 AM
AMITE — The Tangipahoa Parish School System said all schools across the parish will have a two-hour delayed start on Thursday following storms that moved through the parish on Wednesday night. The late start time for March 12 means that bus schedules will also run two hours later than... more » -
Amite Police searching for shoplifting suspect accused of stealing from hardware store Play Video
March 10, 2026 11:34 AM
AMITE — Police in Amite are searching for a shoplifting suspect accused of stealing from a local hardware store in February. According to the Amite City Police Department, a man walked into Hometown Ace Hardware on Feb. 3 and left the store without paying for several items. Police... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish lifts burn ban due to overnight rain totals, parish president says Play Video
February 27, 2026 1:47 PM
HAMMOND — Tangipahoa Parish said Friday that it has lifted its burn ban, which was put in place amid wildfires across the state. “Due to overnight rain totals, our local fire departments concur that conditions no longer call for a burn ban across Tangipahoa Parish,” Parish President Robby Miller... more » -
Former LSU, Louisiana Tech wide receiver Devonta Lee dies; he had been diagnosed with bone cancer Play Video
February 26, 2026 2:20 PM
BATON ROUGE — Former LSU and Louisiana Tech wide receiver Devonta Lee has died, the schools shared on social media Thursday. A cause of death wasn't announced, but Lee's mother had said three years ago the football player had suffered from osteosarcoma, a bone cancer. Lee played for... more » -
Multiple parishes across Capital region, counties in western Mississippi under burn bans amid wildfires Play Video
February 24, 2026 12:37 PM
BATON ROUGE— Ascension, St. Helena and Tangipahoa parishes are all under burn bans amid wildfires across southeastern Louisiana. Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment said Tuesday that the parish-wide burn ban is effective immediately. The ban prohibits all outdoor burning, including debris burning, trash burning, and open-air fires, until... more » -
Louisiana woman to lead new season of viral series '50 Dates 50 States' Play Video
February 12, 2026 7:08 AM
Baton Rouge - A Louisiana native is stepping into the national spotlight as the first-ever female lead of the viral dating series " 50 Dates 50 States ." Producer and creator Matt Wurnig announced season four of the popular social media series, which garners hundreds of millions of views... more » -
Tangipahoa Parish deputies investigating death of 65-year-old inmate Play Video
February 10, 2026 9:08 AM
AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish deputies are investigating the death of a 65-year-old inmate at the parish jail. Around 5 p.m. on Monday, Ernest Holden was found dead in bed in a medical observation area of the facility. He had been receiving treatment for abdominal pain since Sunday. Holden... more » -
Man wanted by Tangipahoa Parish deputies for allegedly dealing fentanyl, meth, other drugs Play Video
February 3, 2026 2:12 PM
AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish deputies are looking for a man accused of dealing fentanyl, meth and other drugs out of a home in Amite. Ledeven "Phat" Edwards has allegedly been dealing fentanyl, meth, marijuana and various prescription pills from a house on James Road, according to the Tangipahoa Parish... more » -
Man sentenced to 55 years in prison for fatally shooting pregnant girlfriend Play Video
January 30, 2026 1:59 PM
AMITE — A man was sentenced to 55 years after he pleaded guilty to killing his pregnant girlfriend in Amite. Damarcus Womack, 23, will serve 40 years for manslaughter and 15 years for first-degree feticide with credit for time served. Womack shot and killed his 19-year-old girlfriend, Aeiron... more » -
Hammond man convicted of first-degree murder, awaits trial for escaping jail more than a year ago Play Video
December 31, 2025 6:23 PM
AMITE — A Hammond man was convicted of first-degree murder more than a year after he escaped from the Tangipahoa Parish Jail, according to the District Attorney's office. Omarion Hookfin, 21, was found guilty of the 2022 murder of Donte Perry and the attempted murder of Perry's 12-year-old son.... more » -
2une In Previews: John Foster excited as he prepares to represent Louisiana in Rose Parade Play Video
December 30, 2025 10:14 AM
PASADENA — Addis native and "American Idol" runner-up John Foster will be performing during Louisiana's fifth consecutive appearence in the Tournament of Roses New Year's parade. The 2026 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, rolls on Jan. 1. This year's theme is "The Magic of Teamwork," with Louisiana's float... more » -
Officials discuss weather related fire risks around the capital region Play Video
December 29, 2025 11:49 AM
BATON ROUGE — According to the National Weather Service, areas across Southeast Louisiana were at an increased risk for fire danger on Monday, due to low humidity and strong winds. The NWS says the fire weather concerns were mostly between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. "Like today, for example,... more » -
Tangipahoa inmate in jail for rape now faces escape charges after allegedly running from transport van Play Video
December 16, 2025 11:12 AM
AMITE — A Tangipahoa Parish Jail inmate arrested after he allegedly kidnapped a woman and raped her outside a Target has been rebooked on escape charges, deputies said. Donnie Stevenson, 18, is now facing simple escape and resisting arrest after he allegedly ran away from a transport vehicle outside... more » -
Officials investigating death of inmate at Tangipahoa Parish Jail Play Video
December 10, 2025 9:22 PM
AMITE - The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of an inmate at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail that took place Wednesday afternoon, deputies said. According to TPSO, inmate Eugene Hickerson, 55, was discovered unresponsive in his assigned dorm around 3 p.m. Wednesday. He eventually died after staff... more » -
Denham Springs man killed in Livingston Parish crash
November 29, 2025 10:13 AM
DENHAM SPRINGS - A man was killed in a Friday afternoon crash on LA 1019 near Amite Church Road in Livingston Parish, according to Louisiana State Police. The two-vehicle crash occurred around 4 p.m. and resulted in the death of 55-year-old John Cason of Denham Springs. According to... more » -
Authorities apprehend suspect accused of shooting at law enforcement officers after search near Amite Play Video
November 12, 2025 6:53 AM
AMITE — After a search near Amite, authorities have apprehended a suspect who allegedly shot at multiple police officers on Wednesday morning. The incident began around 3 a.m. when deputies say a driver threatened a Tangipahoa Parish deputy with a gun during a traffic stop on U.S. 51 near... more » -
Amite Police arrest man who allegedly burglarized multiple cars, properties over two weeks Play Video
October 23, 2025 9:05 AM
AMITE — A man allegedly connected to several burglaries over the past two weeks was arrested by Amite Police. Eugene Hickerson, 55, was arrested after evidence linked him to multiple burglary cases involving both residential properties and vehicles, police said Wednesday. Officers added that Hickerson is a known... more » -
Livingston waterways at safe levels after brief period of rising water levels in Amite, Tickfaw rivers
October 8, 2025 1:52 PM
UPDATE: All waterways in Livingston are open and are at safe levels, Livingston officials said Thursday. LIVINGSTON — Both the Tickfaw and Amite rivers are seeing their water levels at or slightly above flood level in Livingston Parish, officials said Wednesday morning. The Tickfaw River's current stage... more » -
Officials address oil leak concerns in Tangipahoa River Play Video
August 25, 2025 9:43 PM
AMITE - During a press conference held in Amite, Gov. Jeff Landry and several officials from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality addressed concerns about oil leaking following an explosion at Smitty's Supply in Roseland into the Tangipahoa River. "Based on current data,... more » -
'We have to clean up a big mess:' Agencies, locals still working to clear Roseland after explosion Play Video
August 25, 2025 7:58 AM
AMITE — After three days of a mandatory one-mile evacuation zone following an explosion at a facility in Roseland, Tangipahoa Parish officials said Monday that now only the roads and area closest to the incident site are under an evacuation order. WATCH THE GOVERNOR'S PRESS CONFERENCE HERE ... more » -
Deputies identify man found shot dead in crashed car in Amite Play Video
August 11, 2025 11:13 AM
AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish deputies are investigating a body found in a vehicle near Amite over the weekend. Deputies received a call about a vehicle crash on Bennett Road early Sunday morning. When authorities arrived, they found a car with a man inside who had been shot to death.... more » -
Amite County gears up for new 2025-26 school year Play Video
August 5, 2025 6:49 PM
LIBERTY, Miss. - Amite County residents are getting ready for the new school year that starts Wednesday. Parents and teachers spoke to WBRZ about the things that they are working on heading into the new year. For many, it's sleep schedules for their children after the long summer... more » -
Amite Police searching for alleged credit card thief who bought lawnmower with stolen card
July 1, 2025 11:39 AM
AMITE — Police are looking for a person who allegedly committed credit card fraud to buy a lawnmower in Amite. Amite Police said that the person placed an order for a lawnmower at East Side Garage on June 16 with a credit card. The person then came into the... more » -
Police investigating multiple burglaries at Amite Metal Recycling, suspect arrested Play Video
June 20, 2025 11:31 AM
AMITE — Police arrested one person for multiple burglaries at Amite Metal Recycling. Amite Police said Friday that the Sassafras Street facility was broken into multiple times by the same person at night. The alleged thief is accused of stealing an unknown amount of copper. Police officials said... more » -
Two Tangipahoa Parish men accused of claiming false casino winnings to receive thousands on tax returns
June 12, 2025 1:18 PM
BATON ROUGE – Two Tangipahoa Parish men face felony theft charges after allegedly scheming to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars in state income tax refunds. Stanley Borone Brumfield of Hammond and Andre Jawaan Smith of Amite were both arrested after Louisiana Department of Revenue investigators say the pair... more » -
Sixth person arrested after Amite shooting that killed one, injured another Play Video
May 30, 2025 7:53 PM
AMITE - A sixth arrest was made after a shooting in Amite that resulted in one person dying and another being injured, according to Amite City Police. Mi'keem Jackson, 20, from Roseland, was booked for riot and simple battery in relation to the shooting. Jarvis Brister Jr., 18,... more » -
Three arrested in Tangipahoa Parish for separate child pornography cases Play Video
May 30, 2025 7:17 PM
AMITE - Three people were arrested in separate child pornography cases, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said. Jimmy Dale Pierce, 47, of Kentwood, was booked on 24 counts of pornography involving juveniles under 13 on May 19; David Bonfiglio Jr., 27, of Tickfaw, was booked on three counts of... more » -
St. Helena swings for the fences as parish sets out to build first-ever baseball complex Play Video
May 30, 2025 5:31 PM
AMITE - St. Helena Parish is set to open its first baseball fields, giving local kids a place to not only play but dream big. Over more than a decade, the parish has been working to develop the 5th Ward Recreation Facility, a 40-acre site located off La. 16... more » -
Amite police investigating reported shooting Tuesday night
May 28, 2025 11:40 AM
AMITE - Police are investigating after a reported shooting Tuesday night left one person injured. The Amite Police Department said officers were called to the Cross Creek Subdivision shortly after 10 p.m. Tuesday. When they arrived, officers found one person with a gunshot wound. The victim was taken... more » -
Deputies: One arrested, one re-booked in murder suspect escape from Tangipahoa Parish Jail Play Video
May 27, 2025 3:54 PM
AMITE - Officials arrested one person and another person was re-booked into Tangipahoa Parish Jail after an inmate booked with murder escaped , the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said. Dameon Booth, 37, and Trevon Wallace, 28, were booked after the escape of Tra'Von Johnson from the Tangipahoa Parish Jail... more »