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• Venezuelan man accused of participating in sex trafficking scheme enters guilty plea

  February 20, 2026 2:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man accused of sex trafficking entered a guilty plea for conspiring to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud and coercion. According to court documents, Venezuelan citizen Allbert Herrera Machado entered a guilty plea in December for conspiring to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud and... more »

• 2 officers ambushed while responding to 911 call on Vanderbilt Drive, BRPD says Play Video

  February 18, 2026 4:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two officers were ambushed and shot at while responding to a 911 call, Baton Rouge Police said. According to BRPD, Bricen Jordan, 24, called 911 on Tuesday and two officers responded to a house on Vanderbilt Drive near Sewanee Drive around 11:30 p.m. The officers... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly breaking into Belle Rose home, standing over woman while she slept Play Video

  February 18, 2026 12:41 PM

  BELLE ROSE — A Napoleonville man was arrested Wednesday for allegedly breaking into a Belle Rose home and standing over a woman while she slept, according to the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office. APSO said deputies responded to a burglary-in-progress call at a home along La. 308 in Belle Rose.... more »

• New details: Man who accidentally shot and killed brother was aiming for rival group, BRPD says Play Video

  February 17, 2026 1:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man who accidentally shot and killed his brother was aiming for a rival group when he fired his gun, according to arrest documents from the Baton Rouge Police Department. On Jan. 15, Joshua London was arrested for manslaughter after he allegedly shot and killed his... 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 »

• Victim in fatal shooting along Goodwood Boulevard identified Play Video

  February 16, 2026 9:48 AM

  BATON ROUGE — One person was killed and another injured following a fatal shooting along Goodwood Boulevard on Sunday evening. The shooting occurred around 7 p.m. in the 13400 block of Goodwood Boulevard near South Flannery Road, killing 43-year-old Joshua Young. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department,... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly setting fire to woman's car Play Video

  February 16, 2026 9:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge man was arrested for allegedly setting a woman's car on fire, the Baton Rouge Fire Department said Monday. On Jan. 6, Cedric Matthews, 61, allegedly placed a stack of books under the driver's seat of the vehicle along Monroe Avenue and set them... more »

• Man arrested for attempted first-degree murder following a January shooting near Scenic Highway Play Video

  February 15, 2026 2:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was arrested for attempted first-degree murder following a January shooting at an Advance Auto Parts store on Scenic Highway. According to arrest records, responding officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department arrived at the scene of the shooting on Jan. 17 to find a... more »

• Louisiana State Police seize nearly 20 four-wheelers Saturday night near Canal Street in New Orleans

  February 15, 2026 12:10 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — Troopers with the Louisiana State Police seized nearly 20 four-wheelers Saturday night near Canal Street and Claiborne Avenue in New Orleans. According to state police, troopers conducted an enforcement operation in coordination with the Louisiana National Guard and the New Orleans Police Department after several four-wheelers... more »

• Baton Rouge man arrested in connection with Circle K robbery in Livingston Play Video

  February 14, 2026 2:08 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A Baton Rouge man was arrested on Friday following a robbery at a Circle K in Livingston, according to the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies were dispatched to a Circle K on Juban Road around 3 a.m. on Thursday after a masked man allegedly went behind the... more »

• Police attempting to identify person accused of stealing from CATS bus Play Video

  February 14, 2026 1:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department asked for the public's help in identifying a suspect who they believe stole a backpack from a CATS bus. The backpack allegedly contained personal identification documents and a bank card that was later used to make fraudulent transactions, according... more »

• 'Almost like a set-up:' New details in Denham Springs teen death in Lutcher Play Video

  February 11, 2026 6:27 PM

  LUTCHER - Law enforcement and the family of the Denham Springs 19-year-old killed in Lutcher on Saturday called for justice in the teenager's death and for anyone with information to come forward. St. James Parish Sheriff Claude Louis, Jr., told WBRZ on Saturday, Feb. 7 , 19-year-old Damon Summerlin... more »

• EBRSO: 1 arrested, 2 still wanted in connection with multiple vehicle thefts Play Video

  February 10, 2026 2:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Deputies arrested one of three suspects connected to several vehicle thefts around East Baton Rouge Parish, according to the sheriff's office. Brandon Cooper, Brian Delcid and Tajavious Washington have worked together to steal multiple Dodge vehicles since Dec. 23, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said... more »

• Three arrested during traffic stop in Assumption Parish, several guns seized according to deputies Play Video

  February 9, 2026 2:33 PM

  PIERRE PART — Three people were arrested Saturday morning by deputies from the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office following a traffic stop that led to the seizure of multiple firearms and drug paraphernalia. According to deputies, Andy Inthavong, 19, Khaleb Fusilier, 19, and Jorick Latula, 19, were arrested on multiple... more »

• Four arrested for allegedly bringing contraband to Elayn Hunt Correctional Center Play Video

  February 8, 2026 4:33 PM

  ST. GABRIEL — According to arrest records, four people were arrested on Saturday for allegedly bringing contraband to the Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Iberville Parish. Corey Kitts, 27, Yolanda Jones, 45, Michael Phipps, 61, and Robert Wiley, 31, were all arrested at the facility and booked into the... more »

• Man arrested following pursuit that ended when vehicle crashed into sugar cane field Play Video

  February 8, 2026 10:10 AM

  BRUSLY — A man was arrested after a police chase originating from Port Allen ended in a crash in Brusly on Saturday night. According to the Port Allen Police Department, officers were dispatched around 10 p.m. to a hit-and-run near the area of La. 1 and Avenue G. ... more »

• Pakistan arrests 4 suspects in mosque bombing that killed 31

  February 7, 2026 12:54 PM

  ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani security forces raided multiple locations and arrested four suspects, including the alleged mastermind, behind a suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque on the outskirts of the capital that killed 31 people, the interior minister said Saturday. The announcement by Mohsin Naqvi came a day after... more »

• Four arrested after search warrant leads to drug bust in Baton Rouge Play Video

  February 7, 2026 12:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Police Department announced the arrest of four people on Saturday following a search warrant in connection with suspected drug trafficking. According to police, the warrant was executed at a residence on North 38th Street on Feb. 3 after receiving numerous complaints from citizens... more »

• 19-year-old sentenced to 10 years after fatally shooting grandmother Play Video

  February 6, 2026 4:24 PM

  TICKFAW — The District Attorney's Office said Friday that a 19-year-old was sentenced to 10 years after pleading no contest in a manslaughter case following the death of his grandma. Jaiden Dillon, 19, was arrested after the shooting death of his 65-year-old grandmother, Annette Jackson, on June 21, along... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly stealing money from casino gaming machines, deputies search for second suspect Play Video

  February 6, 2026 1:58 PM

  PORT ALLEN — A man was arrested by the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office for allegedly stealing money from casino game machines in several locations throughout the parish. According to West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Jeff Bergeron, an investigation into the thefts began in early December following reports... more »

• REPORT: Cruelty trial begins for mother of 2-year-old killed in 2021 and left in Mississippi woods Play Video

  February 4, 2026 7:31 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The trial of a mother accused of punching her child in the stomach prior to the two-year-old's death began Tuesday, The Advocate reported. Lanaya Cardwell, 28, had faced a second-degree murder charge in the 2021 killing of her 2-year-old daughter, Nevaeh Allen. However, her murder charge... more »

• Man allegedly robbed person at gunpoint, stole vehicle with dog inside, tried to run over deputy Play Video

  February 4, 2026 2:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man allegedly tried to steal a truck but ditched it as he could not drive a manual transmission, and then stole a different truck with a dog in the backseat. According to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, 22-year-old D'Juan Cooper approached a man who... 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 previously arrested on indecent behavior with juvenile charges re-booked for human trafficking Play Video

  February 3, 2026 1:30 PM

  BAYOU VISTA — A man arrested nearly a year ago on child pornography charges was re-booked for human trafficking, the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said. Deputies first arrested 22-year-old Josue Ruiz-Rodrigue z, of Amelia, on March 18, 2025, on four counts of indecent behavior with juveniles, three counts... more »

• Teen arrested for allegedly bringing gun into event center following Clinton parade shooting Play Video

  February 2, 2026 7:02 PM

  ETHEL — The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a 15-year-old for allegedly bringing a stolen gun into the Jerrell Event Center on Saturday, following the Mardi Gras parade shooting in Clinton earlier that day. East Feliciana Parish Sheriff Jeff Travis said that deputies were sent to screen people... more »

• Parents of 5-year-old who starved to death indicted for murder Play Video

  February 2, 2026 4:17 PM

  GONZALES - The parents of a 5-year-old who starved to death were formally charged with murder on Monday. Ascension Parish District Attorney Ricky Babin said that 33-year-old Marlon Perrilloux and 27-year-old Raynisa Young were indicted for second-degree murder and possession of Schedule I with intent to distribute following the... more »

• Man arrested for alleged indecent behavior with juvenile following investigation by Livingston Parish deputies Play Video

  February 2, 2026 12:34 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A man was arrested for alleged indecent behavior with a juvenile following an investigation by the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, Sheriff Jason Ard announced on Monday. According to the sheriff, 55-year-old Eric Leigh Norton of Reno, Nevada, allegedly committed computer-aided solicitation and indecent behavior with a... more »

• GRAPHIC VIDEO: EBRSO investigating shooting on Daytona Avenue where 6 people fired into home, leaving one injured Play Video

  February 2, 2026 11:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office is investigating an early Saturday morning shooting in which six individuals fired into a home on Daytona Avenue. According to the sheriff's office, the shooting occurred around 4 a.m. when six people exited a dark colored sedan before shooting at... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly promoting prostitution at massage spa on North Sherwood Forest Boulevard Play Video

  February 1, 2026 3:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office arrested a man for promoting prostitution at a massage spa on Friday. According to arrest records, an investigation was launched on Dec. 23 after 77 illicit ads were located online for Yi Yi Massage Spa on North Sherwood Forest Boulevard.... more »

• Man arrested for multiple alleged sex crimes involving a juvenile Play Video

  February 1, 2026 2:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was arrested for multiple alleged sex crimes involving a juvenile on Friday. According to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, the investigation began on Jan. 20 when deputies were contacted regarding a sex crime investigation involving three juvenile victims. During the investigation, deputies... more »

• 5 people, including 1 child, injured in Mardi Gras parade shooting in East Feliciana Parish Play Video

  January 31, 2026 2:00 PM

  CLINTON — According to officials, five people, including a six-year-old, were injured in a shooting that took place in front of the East Feliciana Parish Courthouse on Saturday. The shooting, which took place during the Mardi Gras in the Country Parade, left a child and another person in critical... more »

• New details on shooting that left 18-year-old dead following a basketball game Play Video

  January 30, 2026 3:07 PM

  ST. GEORGE — New details on a shooting that left an 18-year-old dead after a basketball game have emerged following an investigation by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office. On Jan. 22, deputies with the sheriff's office were sent to a shooting at Barringer Foreman Road Church . ... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly killing 26-year-old along Airline Highway Play Video

  January 30, 2026 2:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was arrested Friday for allegedly killing a 26-year-old along Airline Highway, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Jiren Graham, 24, is accused of shooting 26-year-old Christian McClain on Jan. 22. BRPD said McClain was shot while sitting in his car in a parking... more »

• BRPD: Man dies after being shot along Gwenadele Avenue in November Play Video

  January 30, 2026 2:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man has died after he was shot on Gwenadele Avenue in November, the Baton Rouge Police Department said. John Earl Thomas, 46, was shot on Gwenadele Avenue near Airline Highway on Nov. 9, BRPD said. He died of his injuries on Jan. 22, according to... more »

• State Police: Man arrested for third time after allegedly deceiving 'nannies' into changing his diapers Play Video

  January 30, 2026 12:33 PM

  LAFAYETTE — A man accused of pretending to be a person with special needs has been arrested on human trafficking charges after allegedly deceiving caretakers into changing his diapers, Louisiana State Police said. Detectives with the Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit arrested 35-year-old Rutledge Deas IV on Thursday... more »

• Judge bars federal prosecutors from seeking death penalty against Luigi Mangione

  January 30, 2026 10:38 AM

  NEW YORK (AP) — Federal prosecutors can’t seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a judge ruled Friday, foiling the Trump administration’s bid to see him executed for what it called a “premeditated, cold-blooded assassination that shocked America.” U.S. District Judge... more »

• BRPD: Man wanted for allegedly cashing fraudulent checks at local Mexican restaurant Play Video

  January 29, 2026 5:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man is wanted by police for allegedly cashing two fraudulent checks at a local Mexican restaurant, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. An arrest warrant shows Marcus Wilson, 55, allegedly cashed two $1,500 checks at a Mexican restaurant off Old Hammond Highway in Baton... more »

• 2 alleged drug dealers arrested in Iberville Parish Play Video

  January 27, 2026 7:27 PM

  PLAQUEMINE — Narcotics agents arrested two alleged drug dealers in Iberville Parish on Tuesday, according to Sheriff Brett Stassi. The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office said 47-year-old Donnie Sanchez, of Plaquemine, and 55-year-old Mary Elizabeth Hutchinson, of Addis, were allegedly dealing meth. The pair was booked into the Iberville... more »

• Third person arrested in connection with deadly beating, shooting incident in November Play Video

  January 27, 2026 4:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A third person has been arrested in connection with the deadly beating and shooting of a man on Lorraine Street, the Baton Rouge Police Department said Tuesday. Damian Drake, 43, faces a second-degree murder charge for allegedly participating in the beating and shooting death of Darrell... more »

• Man denied bond after allegedly killing two people, setting car on fire Play Video

  January 27, 2026 3:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge man accused of killing two people and setting a car on fire, among other charges, was denied bond at a court hearing on Tuesday. Jemile Causey, 19, faces charges in two separate homicides. Causey and three others were arrested on Jan. 24... more »

• Man on bond for attempted human trafficking of minor actively driving for Uber, ADA concerned Play Video

  January 26, 2026 7:21 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - The WBRZ Investigative Unit has learned a man out on bond for attempted human trafficking of a minor is still actively rideshare driving. Leonard Crawford, 56, was arrested in a Livingston Parish sting operation back in November when he tried to meet up with two young... more »

• One injured in second Friday night shooting on North Ardenwood Drive Play Video

  January 24, 2026 2:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police are investigating a Friday night shooting on North Ardenwood Drive that left one injured. According to the department, the shooting occurred around 9:45 p.m., shortly after another shooting at 6:54 p.m. injured a 13 -year-old inside a home. Police said the 33-year-old... more »

• Man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown, National Guard activated Play Video

  January 24, 2026 12:20 PM

  MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A federal immigration officer shot and killed a man Saturday in Minneapolis, drawing hundreds of protesters onto the frigid streets and ratcheting up tensions in a city already shaken by another fatal shooting weeks earlier. Family members identified the man who was killed as Alex Pretti,... more »

• 13-year-old struck by gunfire while inside home on North Ardenwood Drive Play Video

  January 24, 2026 12:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A 13-year-old was injured during a Saturday night shooting on North Ardenwood Drive, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Officers said the shooting occurred around 6:54 p.m. when gunfire from outside a home struck the juvenile who was inside the home. The teen was... more »

• 4 arrested in connection with Wood Street shooting that killed 17-year-old Play Video

  January 24, 2026 11:42 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Four people have been arrested in connection with a shooting that left a 17-year-old dead and another person injured, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Jemile Causey, 19, along with three juveniles were arrested for several charges, including first-degree murder, after 17-year-old E'myrie Walker was... more »

• Man arrested for alleged armed robbery facing additional drug charges following investigation Play Video

  January 24, 2026 10:59 AM

  VERDUNVILLE — A man arrested for an alleged armed robbery is facing additional drug charges following an investigation by the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office. According to officials, on Dec. 10, 41-year-old Jermaine Spain allegedly entered a Verdunville business, brandished a firearm, and stole money before fleeing the scene.... more »

• Wilkinson County High School increases security for Friday night game following student's death Play Video

  January 23, 2026 5:25 PM

  WOODVILLE, Ms. — Wilkinson County High School is tightening security for a Friday night game after the death of a student-athlete. Wilkinson County senior 17-year-old Enaje Bates died from injuries she received during a shooting in Centreville, according to a report from The Democrat . Deputies with the... more »

• Deputies ask for help identifying alleged Dollar General thieves in Port Allen

  January 23, 2026 4:18 PM

  PORT ALLEN — Deputies have asked for the public's help in identifying several people accused of stealing from a Dollar General in Port Allen. According to the West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, the alleged thieves stole multiple items from the store on Jan. 11 before leaving in a four-door... more »

• Lutcher man sentenced to 25 years following 2020 officer-involved shooting Play Video

  January 23, 2026 3:46 PM

  LUTCHER — A Lutcher man was sentenced to 25 years following a 2020 officer-involved shooting in St. James Parish. According to Louisiana State Police, two deputies with the St. James Parish Sheriff's Office were surveying 41-year-old Edward Young III for illegal drug activity when Young allegedly approached the detectives,... more »

• Man found guilty of 2021 murder at the OYO Motel sentenced to life in prison Play Video

  January 23, 2026 12:03 PM

  DONALDSONVILLE — A man found guilty of a 2021 murder at the OYO Motel on La. 70 was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday. An Ascension Parish jury found 37-year-old Marty Leonard of Pierre Part guilty of second-degree murder and aggravated criminal damage to property in July for... more »

• Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office arrests man during recovery of stolen vehicle

  January 23, 2026 10:45 AM

  NEW ROADS — The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office arrested a man in connection with a stolen vehicle on Thursday. According to the sheriff's office, deputies located a stolen vehicle behind a residence in New Roads, allegedly operated by Tyrian Jones. Deputies said Jones allegedly attempted to evade arrest... more »

• Man arrested for extortion after allegedly shattering woman's car window Play Video

  January 23, 2026 10:04 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police arrested a man for extortion following a physical altercation that left a woman's car window shattered. According to arrest records, officers made contact with a woman on North Foster Drive on July 31 after receiving a report of a physical altercation. The... more »

• Former St. Mary Parish high school teacher accused of enticing student to engage in sexual activity Play Video

  January 22, 2026 2:15 PM

  LAFAYETTE — A former St. Mary Parish high school teacher allegedly tried to entice a 16-year-old student to engage in sexual activity, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Thursday. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Katherine Albarado was a high school teacher in St. Mary Parish in 2022. ... more »

• Plaquemine council member accused of arranging for out-of-towners to vote for her election Play Video

  January 21, 2026 4:06 PM

  PLAQUEMINE — A Plaquemine city council member is facing charges, accused of arranging for friends and family from out of state to vote for her in the 2024 general election. Prosecutors accuse Wanda Jones of violating the state's election code. She allegedly brought in friends and family from Texas... more »

• Multiple vehicles and a home set on fire in New Orleans neighborhood, authorities say Play Video

  January 19, 2026 5:19 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — Multiple parked vehicles and a home were intentionally set on fire in a New Orleans neighborhood in the early hours of Sunday morning, according to the New Orleans Fire Department. NOFD said it responded to eight vehicle fires in the Bywater area, starting around 1:45 a.m.... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly impersonating a police officer while attempting to steal from Walmart Play Video

  January 19, 2026 11:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police arrested a man on Sunday for claiming to be an undercover officer while attempting to steal from a Neighborhood Walmart on Old Hammond Highway. According to arrest records, 40-year-old Byron Owens was confronted by a Walmart employee while allegedly attempting to steal. Once... more »

• One injured in stabbing on Iberville Street, officials say Play Video

  January 18, 2026 7:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Authorities are investigating a Sunday night stabbing on Iberville Street. The stabbing occurred around 5:50 p.m., leaving one person injured. The victim was transported to a local hospital. Officials are currently on the scene. more »

• Three injured following overnight shooting on Florida Boulevard Play Video

  January 18, 2026 5:50 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Three people were injured in an overnight shooting on Florida Boulevard on Sunday. According to officials, the shooting occurred around 3:40 a.m., leaving two people on the scene injured. The two victims were transported to a local hospital, with one in serious condition. Officials... more »

• Fourth suspect arrested in connection to fatal Christmas Day shooting in Greenwell Springs Play Video

  January 17, 2026 3:24 PM

  GREENWELL SPRINGS — The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a fourth suspect allegedly connected to the killing of a man at an apartment complex off Greenwell Springs Road on Christmas. Deputies arrested 23-year-old Jacolby Gordon on Friday on second-degree murder charges following the Christmas Day shooting of... more »

• Man arrested by East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office after surveillance leads to drug bust

  January 16, 2026 6:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was arrested on drug charges by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office's Gang Intelligence and Enforcement Unit on Friday following a traffic stop. According to deputies, the sheriff's office received information about narcotics activity and a possible stolen vehicle at a residence on Springwood... more »