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• Border Patrol chief says New Orleans immigration crackdown has resulted in around 350 arrests Play Video

  December 16, 2025 9:43 AM

  NEW ORLEANS — The ongoing immigration crackdown in New Orleans, known as Operation Catahoula Crunch, has resulted in around 350 arrests, Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino said on social media Tuesday. "Yesterday was a stellar day with an illegal alien aggravated felon drug trafficker (multiple deports) arrested. We are... more »

• Louisiana AG warns of penalties during immigration crackdown federal officials aren't yet talking about

  November 24, 2025 6:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE — As federal immigration officers seemingly prepare to infiltrate Louisiana, the state attorney general's office is cautioning that state lawmakers this year established penalties for deliberately hindering the agents' work. The Associated Press reported this month that an operation dubbed "Swamp Sweep" hopes to arrest 5,000 people... more »

• REPORT: At least 200 Immigration Agents expected to be deployed in New Orleans Play Video

  November 17, 2025 6:37 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — At least 200 Immigration Agents are expected to be deployed in New Orleans by the end of the week, according to ABC News. Those agents are currently conducting an immigration enforcement operation in Charlotte, N.C., called "Operation Charlotte's Web." Agents have reportedly made 130 arrests... more »

• Deputies arrest several people tied to human trafficking rings in Baton Rouge, surrounding areas Play Video

  November 7, 2025 2:04 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Several people have been arrested by East Baton Rouge Parish deputies in connection with alleged human trafficking operations in Baton Rouge and other parts of Louisiana. According to deputies, they received a tip in January that a man, later identified as 40-year-old Maurilio Vargas, was trafficking... more »

• AG Cyber Crimes agent details online grooming scheme in Baker teen case Play Video

  November 3, 2025 9:01 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A missing 13-year-old girl from Baker was found safe but reportedly abused in a basement in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The arrests of three men in three different states followed. Officials say that this case is a clear example of online grooming and trafficking. Chris Masters, a... more »

• Denham Springs couple among those arrested by Slidell Police in child predator sting operation Play Video

  October 31, 2025 6:07 PM

  SLIDELL — A Denham Springs couple was among seven people arrested in a Slidell Police operation targeting alleged child predators. According to SPD, 23-year-old Brianna Rielo and 25-year-old Pablo Osorio took their 3-year-old and 6-year-old children to Slidell around 1:30 a.m. to meet up with a 15-year-old girl. They... more »

• Suspects arrested over the theft of crown jewels from Paris' Louvre museum

  October 27, 2025 8:30 AM

  PARIS (AP) — Two suspects were arrested in connection with the theft of crown jewels from Paris’ Louvre museum, justice and police officials said Sunday, a week after the heist that stunned the world and sparked a massive manhunt. The Paris prosecutor said that investigators made arrests Saturday evening,... more »

• Six alleged gang members arrested in Hammond fatal shooting, warrant issued for another Play Video

  October 6, 2025 6:25 PM

  HAMMOND - Six alleged gang members were arrested one week after a 20-year-old was shot and killed in Hammond. The Hammond Police Department said it was notified of a man, Antonio Brister, who was suffering from a gunshot wound at North Oak Medical Center, and preliminary information suggested he... more »

• 676 products seized from smoke shop, 3 arrested in Ascension Parish drug busts Play Video

  August 25, 2025 3:04 PM

  Deputies arrested three men on drug charges after raiding a smoke shop, storage facility and two homes, the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said in a social media post. The APSO Narcotics Division arrested Yezzun Adel Ammuri, 27, Omar Adel Ammuri, 25, and Saleh K. Alkhatic, 33, on various drug... more »

• BRPD: No arrests will be made after children jumped fence at Howell Community Park Play Video

  August 7, 2025 11:24 AM

  BATON ROUGE — No arrests will be made after four juveniles snuck into Howell Community Park's pool after hours in July, Baton Rouge Police officials said Thursday. According to a BRPD spokesperson, the group of 8- to 12-year-olds who jumped the fence at the park on July 20 will... more »

• BRPD arrests two brothers, juvenile accused in Autumn Blossom drive-by shooting Play Video

  July 24, 2025 7:10 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Two brothers and a juvenile they claim is their younger sibling accused in a drive-by shooting were arrested by Baton Rouge Police earlier this week. According to arrest records, an Autumn Blossom Drive apartment and a car were shot at multiple times by the occupants of... more »

• Four arrested after investigation into pornography involving juveniles in Livingston Parish Play Video

  July 23, 2025 3:07 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Four people were arrested in Livingston Parish after an investigation into cyber tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children about pornography involving juveniles, deputies said Wednesday. Justin Baham, 30, from Holden, was arrested on one count of indecent behavior with juveniles, one count of... more »

• WBRZ FLASHBACK: LSU basketball legend Shaq drafted first overall in the 1992 NBA Draft Play Video

  June 19, 2025 11:00 AM

  BATON ROUGE — This week in WBRZ history, legendary LSU basketball star Shaquille O'Neal was drafted into the NBA. On June 24, 1992, O'Neal was drafted by the Orlando Magic after the Florida team beat out the favored Minnesota Timberwolves, an outcome some still consider to be fixed. ... more »

• Three men arrested after shooting that injured ATF agent at Triple S Food Mart Play Video

  June 18, 2025 6:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A shootout with law enforcement Tuesday at Triple S Food Mart that injured two people - one of them an ATF agent - resulted in three arrests, federal authorities said Wednesday. Torion Bobb, 20, and Cordell Sims, 19, were booked with assault on a federal officer... more »

• St. Helena Parish jail inmate dies of fentanyl overdose; 11 arrested, two inmates booked for murder Play Video

  June 13, 2025 5:25 PM

  GREENSBURG - Eleven people, including ten inmates, were arrested in the fentanyl overdose death of an inmate in St. Helena Parish Jail in April. The St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Office said Rogers B. Vernon, 40, died after a medical emergency as a result of a fentanyl overdose April 19.... more »

• Deputies arrest more than a dozen suspected gang members in drug raids across the parish Play Video

  June 3, 2025 10:24 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Deputies arrested nearly a dozen suspected gang members Monday in a series of drug raids across the parish involving what Sheriff Sid Gautreaux called "a small but dangerous criminal element causing disproportionate harm." The people, arrested mostly on gun, gang and drug trafficking charges, include some... more »

• 3 suspects allegedly connected to death of Kansas City reporter in NOLA for Super Bowl now behind bars Play Video

  May 30, 2025 10:56 AM

  KENNER — A total of three people have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the death of a Kansas City sports reporter who was visiting New Orleans for the Super Bowl in February, the Kenner Police Department announced Friday. Adan Manzano, a Telemundo anchor and reporter, was found... more »

• Nine people from across Louisiana, Arkansas accused of sex crimes arrested in Livingston Parish Play Video

  May 21, 2025 1:57 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Nine people accused of various sex crimes with minors were arrested by Livingston Parish deputies. Deputies said the men were arrested after investigations into social media-aided solicitation of minors began in March and April. The following arrests were made by the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office in... more »

• Four men arrested in Grand Isle child prostitution, sexual abuse investigation

  May 5, 2025 1:59 PM

  GRAND ISLE - Four men have been arrested as part of an investigation into child prostitution and sexual abuse, police said. The men, who range in age from 26 to 75, were booked Friday. Grand Isle Police Chief Christopher Hernandez said the investigation is ongoing and other charges are... more »

• Deputies arrest two people connected to attempted murder in Bogalusa; suspects tied to Livingston gang Play Video

  March 31, 2025 12:38 PM

  SPRINGFIELD — Several members of a capital region gang, including multiple juveniles, were arrested by Livingston Parish deputies. Deputies said Monday they arrested members of the "Motion Gang" — a "hybrid gang" in Springfield, Hammond and Ponchatoula — following weeks of investigation of its members, who were known to... more »

• Three arrested after shots fired at Grambling University Play Video

  March 14, 2025 12:33 PM

  GRAMBLING — The Grambling State University Police Department has arrested three people involved after shots were fired on campus. Norris Kelly and Jyquarrius Brown were arrested late Wednesday evening and Travonte Spears was taken into custody Thursday afternoon. Officials said the incident happened near Bethune Hall and resulted... more »

• Second arrest made after Livingston Parish is littered with racist propaganda flyers Play Video

  February 14, 2025 6:34 PM

  WALKER - Two people were arrested after bags filled with corn and racist flyers were thrown into people's yards and racist graffiti was sprayed over traffic signs in Livingston Parish. David Hart, 45, was arrested in Plaquemines Parish earlier this week on criminal damage to property by defacing with... more »

• LDWF: Four arrested in hunting license scam, lied about being disabled veterans Play Video

  January 28, 2025 1:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Four people were arrested at the end of a hunting license scam that ran for more than two years and used documents to pass off regular people as disabled veterans. John Ballard Jr. and his sons Brian and Trevor were arrested Monday for allegedly falsifying public... more »

• BRPD investigating three separate shootings over the weekend

  January 20, 2025 11:57 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating three separate shootings that happened over the weekend, one of which left a 48-year-old woman dead. The first shooting happened on -DAY- on Easy Belfair Drive. Officers said a homeowner and a relative were "attacked" by a man who refused to leave his... more »

• 4 men from 4 parishes accused of soliciting sex from a minor arrested by state, parish authorities

  November 22, 2024 3:30 PM

  HAMMOND — Four people from multiple parishes were arrested for soliciting sex from a minor, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office said Friday. Nicholas Hines, 43 of Walker, Michael Vicknair, 32 of Gonzales, Robert Trahan, 33 of Ponchatoula, and John Gros Sr., 60 of Mt. Hermon, are all accused of... more »

• Donaldsonville mayor candidate among two arrested for stealing copper wire from utility poles; one wanted Play Video

  October 11, 2024 3:49 PM

  LIVINGSTON - Two men — including a candidate for Donaldsonville's mayor — were arrested and one is wanted after allegedly stealing copper wire from utility poles in Livingston and East Feliciana parishes and selling it, according to the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies arrested Glenn Price, 68, of Donaldsonville... more »

• These police officers had red flags in their past, then used force in a case that ended in death

  October 8, 2024 12:03 PM

  PHOENIX (AP) — Sometimes second chances can prove deadly. A police officer in Minnesota was suspended for threatening to shoot a passenger in the head after an unauthorized high-speed chase. In Paterson, New Jersey, an officer threw a handcuffed woman to the ground and strangled her. And in Little... more »

• Two arrested in Ponchatoula after deputies on Hurricane Francine patrol found drugs in car, underwear

  September 17, 2024 4:56 PM

  PONCHATOULA — Two people were arrested on several drug charges following a traffic stop while Hurricane Francine was passing through Ponchatoula, deputies said. Tristan Cummings, 28, was booked with possession of heroin and methamphetamine, and Ashley Perrin, 36, was booked for possession with the intent to distribute heroin, methamphetamines... more »

• Five people arrested for solicitation of a minor in multi-parish investigation

  September 6, 2024 2:10 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office announced a multi-parish investigation culminated in the arrests of five people for sex crimes against minors. Deputies said warrants were acquired for five people: Devin Lee Newton, 34, of Denham Springs, Christopher Hilbun, 35, of Denham Springs, Zachary Langley, 25, of... more »

• Convicted felon arrested in Assumption Parish after deputies accuse him of hiding drugs in his car

  August 26, 2024 10:37 AM

  GRAND BAYOU— A convicted felon from Houma is now back in jail after deputies found drugs in his car after he was pulled over for speeding Saturday afternoon. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office says a deputy saw 33-year-old Devin Devon Clay speeding and violating other traffic laws while driving... more »

• Detectives search multiple homes Wednesday night, make five arrests in Baton Rouge drug ring Play Video

  August 22, 2024 10:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A joint operation between BRPD and EBRSO led to multiple arrests being made in a drug ring operating on 68th Street. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the operation has been in progress since April 2024. On Wednesday evening around 7 p.m., officials conducted multiple search... more »

• Man accused of fentanyl poisoning death arrested for second-degree murder, drug dealing Play Video

  August 14, 2024 3:29 PM

  HAMMOND — A man was arrested on murder and drug dealing charges after the fentanyl-related death of another man, Hammond Police said Wednesday. Trystan McMillion, 26, was arrested for second-degree murder after the overdose death of Nicholas Platt, 27. McMillion was announced on Wednesday as one of thirteen people... more »

• Ex-girlfriend, two others arrested for conspiracy to kill Southern student found shot dead in Mississippi Play Video

  July 25, 2024 3:02 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — Steven Harris, a former Southern University sophomore who was found shot dead in western Mississippi , was allegedly killed by his ex-girlfriend and two others, the West Feliciana Parish Sheriff said Thursday when deputies arrested three suspects for conspiring to kill him. Derek Terrell Hollins Jr.,... more »

• Convicted felon arrested after drugs were found in his car during traffic stop

  July 16, 2024 11:46 AM

  BOURG— Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's deputies found several illegal drugs in a Houma man's car after they pulled him over Sunday night. Deputies say they saw Shawn David Jennies, 37, driving recklessly along Highway 24 in Bourg. Once they approached his car, deputies recognized Jennies from his previous arrests. They... more »

• 5 teens arrested after chase in stolen car from Covington to Hammond, deputies say

  July 15, 2024 2:28 PM

  HAMMOND — Officials said Monday that five teenagers in a stolen car were arrested after a chase through parts of St. Tammany and Tangipahoa parishes. All five are minors and were not identified by Tangipahoa Parish deputies. Covington Police had tried to pull over their vehicle early Friday, but... more »

• EBRSO shows what Gang Intelligence Unit seized during June arrests

  June 28, 2024 12:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Gang Intelligence and Enforcement Unit made a handful of arrests in the past week, resulting in the seizure of 13 guns and hundreds of lethal doses of fentanyl. Deputies said they were investigating multiple reported overdoses, which tied back to "poly-drug dealers"... more »

• Two alleged drug dealers arrested during traffic stop near Slidell

  June 27, 2024 11:53 AM

  SLIDELL - A traffic stop led to the arrests of two alleged drug dealers Tuesday night. As deputies with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office attempted to pull over a vehicle on Highway 11 on Tuesday night, they saw the driver and passenger throw something out the window, which... more »

• BRPD says it arrests three for vandalism at River Center

  June 25, 2024 10:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Police said Tuesday they had arrested three people and accused them of burglary- and vandalism-related charges following a break-in at the Raising Cane's River Center last week. Javin Thomas, 17, was arrested Saturday and Edward Eisley, 18, and Tatiana Gordon, 19, were arrested Monday, police said.... more »

• Multiple people arrested after police discover dog fighting ring during drug raid Play Video

  June 13, 2024 4:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Multiple people were arrested for their involvement in both drug trafficking and a dog-fighting ring police discovered while executing a warrant, the Baton Rouge Police Department said. Detectives observed several dogs in kennels and on chains that appeared to have wounds indicative of dog fighting while... more »

• Seven arrested after year-long 'Operation Hellcat' investigation face rare racketeering charges Play Video

  May 29, 2024 5:42 PM

  PORT ALLEN — Seven people arrested in March in a car heist ring that stole new vehicles from a railroad yard in Port Allen were formally charged Wednesday with racketeering, as well as theft charges, a state prosecutor said. District Attorney Tony Clayton said members of the group were... more »

• Fight at community event between two Pierre Part residents results in public disturbance, battery arrests

  May 28, 2024 1:34 PM

  PIERRE PART — Two Pierre Part residents were arrested for disturbing a community event and attacking deputies and then each other over the weekend, Assumption Parish deputies said. Hobie Paul Hebert and Farrah Domingue, both 26, were booked on two counts each of disturbing the peace after they began... more »

• Family of Southern student killed in case of mistaken identity pleading for more leads Play Video

  May 16, 2024 11:50 PM

  BATON ROUGE - It's been two very long months for the family of Jayrick Washington. "I wait everyday to wake up, hoping that this is just a dream," said his mother, Jeanette Soulaire. Jayrick was shot on I-110 and crashed near the Dalrymple Drive exit just five days before his... more »

• Would-be robber mobbed by angry tenants after botched heist at Baton Rouge apartment complex

  October 25, 2023 3:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A criminal's plot to rob several tenants at a Baton Rouge apartment complex by pretending to have a gun in his pocket backfired when the residents realized he was completely unarmed. The Baton Rouge Fire Department says 45-year-old Reginald Millican's plan involved pulling a fire alarm... more »

• Federal judge orders police to leave 'Brave Cave' site untouched as BRPD faces lawsuit

  October 5, 2023 8:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A federal judge has ordered that the Baton Rouge Police Department leave its infamous interrogation site known as the Brave Cave untouched while the department faces a civil lawsuit and several of its officers face criminal charges. The order from federal Judge Scott Johnson calls for... more »

• One week after his son's arrest, high-ranking BRPD officer placed on leave as feds investigate department Play Video

  September 27, 2023 11:35 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Troy Lawrence Sr., a BRPD deputy chief whose police officer son was arrested last week after it was revealed he tased a handcuffed suspect, has been placed on administrative leave as the department faces a federal investigation over alleged police misconduct. The WBRZ Investigative Unit learned... more »

• Troubled BRPD officer implicated in 'Brave Cave' lawsuit arrested on simple battery charge Play Video

  September 21, 2023 3:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A former Baton Rouge police officer with a history of excessive force complaints was arrested over allegations that he tased a suspect in handcuffs. Sources told the WBRZ Investigative Unit that Troy Lawrence Jr. , 26, was issued a summons for simple battery Wednesday. The charge... more »

• Man wanted in federal child sex-trafficking case captured in Baton Rouge

  May 20, 2022 2:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Guatemalan national who entered the country illegally was arrested in the capital area Friday on charges tied to an out-of-state human-trafficking investigation. A spokesperson for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Belter Manolo Arana Bautista, 36, was arrested by federal agents in Baton Rouge. ... more »

• 21-year-old arrested in deadly drive-by shooting outside Mall of Louisiana Play Video

  April 14, 2022 2:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police made an arrest in a brazen shooting outside the Mall of Louisiana that left two teenagers dead and kicked off a month-long effort to identify suspects. On Thursday, the Baton Rouge Police Department announced the arrest of 21-year-old Demetriyon Grim, who was booked on two... more »

• Four arrested in month-long crime spree across Baton Rouge

  January 27, 2022 2:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Four suspects were arrested this week for their roles in a string of armed robberies reported in the capital area over the past month. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the crime spree started Dec. 29 and involved at least five armed robberies and a home... more »

• Jurors view graphic rape video in second day of Livingston sex abuse trial Play Video

  December 1, 2021 6:03 PM

  LIVINGSTON - During the second day of Melanie Curtin's trial, the jury had to endure a 17-minute video of a rape. The prosecution said it showed Curtin, a former Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office employee, and Dennis Perkins performing oral and vaginal sex on one of Perkins' ex-partners, who was... more »

• Police say carjacking led to sprawling pursuit through Baton Rouge, teens' arrests Play Video

  November 4, 2021 6:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A high-speed chase through Baton Rouge Wednesday evening landed 18-year-old D'Sean Lacey and three 15-year-olds behind bars. It all happened because of an armed carjacking in the Sherwood Forest area. "I know there was a handgun involved and he was forced out of his car,"... more »

• Two arrested in deadly August shooting on Simplex Street

  September 28, 2021 2:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested two men in a double shooting that left a man dead last month. The U.S. Marshals assisted BRPD Detectives in arresting Marvin Payne, 32, and Jeremy Payne, 29, for their involvement in the shooting on Simplex Street near Cadillac Street. Both men were... more »

• Former West Feliciana sheriff's deputy arrested on child porn charges

  March 2, 2021 5:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A former West Feliciana sheriff's deputy was arrested Tuesday for alleged possession of child pornography. William Herrin, 60, of St. Francisville was charged with 50 counts of possession of pornography involving juveniles under the age of thirteen. Herrin's arrest was the result of a joint... more »

• State placing more troopers in New Orleans during Mardi Gras to enforce COVID restrictions

  February 4, 2021 5:42 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Governor John Bel Edwards said there will be a heightened law enforcement presence in the Crescent City during Mardi Gras to ensure partying doesn't get out of hand. During his latest coronavirus briefing Thursday, Edwards said the state is sending additional state troopers, as well as... more »

• Woman charged in Capitol riot asks judge to let her take trip to Mexico

  February 3, 2021 5:33 PM

  WASHINGTON - A woman facing criminal charges after the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol last month has asked a federal judge to let her travel to Mexico for a "work-related bonding retreat." CNN cites court records saying Jenny Cudd, a flower shop owner from Midland, Texas, asked for permission... more »

• INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Broken system allows alleged criminals multiple bonds Play Video

  December 9, 2020 5:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - It's a problem that isn't new but is so serious your family's safety could be at risk. Part of a defendant's bond conditions includes not committing crimes while out on bond. However, the WBRZ Investigative Unit found time and time again people are arrested for committing... more »

• LSU Police nab two for allegedly skateboarding in PMAC

  October 5, 2020 11:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE - On Sunday night, LSU Police say two skateboarders practiced their moves in a place they had no business entering. According to arrest records, 19-year-old Christian Weaver and 20-year-old Brandon Gilbert were among a group of skateboarders caught on surveillance camera skating in LSU's Pete Maravich Assembly... more »

• Walker breaks record for number arrests inside city limits Play Video

  May 7, 2019 5:29 PM

  WALKER - Walker Police Chief David Addison told WBRZ his police department arrested more people last year passing through the city than ever before. "It's my promise and my duty to keep it free of crime as possible," Addison said. According to crime stats WBRZ obtained, last year there were:... more »

• Man gets fifth DWI despite four prior convictions Play Video

  May 29, 2018 5:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Morris Bernard has experience getting arrested for driving while intoxicated. The Baton Rouge man was arrested for a fifth time over the weekend, sparking outrage among those demanding safer roads. Bernard caused a crash involving four vehicles Saturday night at the intersection of McClelland and Hollywood in... more »

• Inmate faces additional charges after trying to disarm officers

  November 8, 2017 11:17 AM

  MORGAN CITY- Patrol and correction officers responded to the Morgan City Jail in regards to a combative inmate. The inmate was identified as 26-year-old David Turner. Authorities said during the encounter Turner allegedly struck patrol and correction officers and tried to disarm two officers of their tasers. Turner... more »

• Multi-agency roundup results in 20 arrests in Ponchatoula

  August 10, 2017 3:31 PM

  PONCHATOULA- As the result of a multi-agency roundup named Operation Safe City Ponchatoula Police Chief Bry Layrisson announces the arrest of 20 subjects on Tuesday. Under the direction of Captain Miller and Captain McGary, officers from the Ponchatoula Police Department,as well as members of the Louisiana Probation and Parole;... more »

• DA Hillar Moore releases statement on BRAVE funding controversy

  August 9, 2017 1:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - District Attorney Hillar Moore issued a statement Wednesday addressing the controversy surrounding a Baton Rouge crime-fighting initiative. Moore, who was one of the co-signers of BRAVE, says the program has been an overall success and that recent attention brought to Mayor Sharon Weston Broome's suspended contracts... more »

• LSP: Man faces 7th DWI arrest after hit-and-run in Lake Charles

  June 4, 2017 6:32 PM

  LAKE CHARLES - A man is facing his seventh DWI arrest after he fled the scene of a three-vehicle crash early Sunday morning. The crash occurred around 4 a.m. on Highway 90 near Goodman Lane. According to Louisiana State Police, 43-year-old Eric Grisham was arrested after he crashed... more »

• Seven arrested for drug distribution in Assumption Parish

  May 9, 2017 5:33 PM

  ASSUMPTION PARISH - The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office has announced the arrest of seven people on drug distribution charges. Sheriff Leland Falcon says deputies began executing several warrants on Friday as a part of "Operation Fresh Start". The sheriff says the operation targeted mid-level dealers distributing a variety of... more »

• Two arrested in strange home invasion scam in Tangipahoa Parish

  May 1, 2017 4:32 PM

  INDEPENDENCE - Deputies arrested two Tangipahoa Parish citizens after they reported a fake home invasion to authorities. According to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office, 19-year-old Hannah Charbonnet and her ex-boyfriend, 20-year-old Alexander Fisher, fabricated the story of a home invasion at the residence of her current boyfriend and father... more »