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• 'I didn't kidnap my cousin's baby:' Woman at center of AMBER Alert speaks out Play Video

  November 23, 2025 10:36 PM

  NEW ROADS - A three-month-old child is safe after an AMBER Alert was issued in Pointe Coupee Parish Saturday evening. The woman accused of taking the child is now facing an aggravated kidnapping warrant, but she says she did nothing wrong. "Y’all just trying to put charges on... more »

• Missing 3-month-old found safely in Pointe Coupee Parish Play Video

  November 23, 2025 12:54 AM

  UPDATE: The child has been located safely. NEW ROADS - An amber alert was issued in Pointe Coupee Parish early Sunday morning. A woman was accused of abducting a 3-month-old. The child was last seen at 3:18 p.m. on Bayou Run Drive in New Roads. If... more »

• 2une In Previews: Clutch for a Cause raising money for healthcare in Pointe Coupee, West Feliciana Play Video

  October 13, 2025 7:50 AM

  NEW ROADS — The inaugural Clutch for a Cause event is this week, proceeds from which will go to supporting rural health services. The event at The Mill in New Roads will feature cocktails, local food, entertainment and auctions for designer handbags. The event directly benefits the Krewe of... more »

• Former Pointe Coupee dispatcher accused of tracking coworker who was supposed to cover her shift Play Video

  August 29, 2025 2:29 PM

  NEW ROADS — A former dispatcher with the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office was fired and arrested after allegedly abusing her position to find the exact location of a coworker who was supposed to cover her shift, according to PCPSO. Deputies confirmed that Ashlie Leblanc was arrested Wednesday for... more »

• Sheriff: Seven students wanted after series of fights on Livonia High's campus Play Video

  August 21, 2025 9:03 AM

  LIVONIA — Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff Rene' Thibodeaux said that seven arrests are expected after three separate fights at Livonia High School over the last several days. Thibodeaux said that fights happened on the campus on Friday, Monday, and Tuesday. WBRZ previously reported that a student was taken... more »

• 'We can grow into this station:' Pointe Coupee Fire District Four unveils new Livonia station Play Video

  August 14, 2025 4:30 PM

  LIVONIA — Pointe Coupee Fire District Four opened its new Livonia fire station on Thursday. The station, dedicated to the district's first chief, Joe Drago, was a long time coming. The land it sits on was first bought in 2009. The new station allows full-time, on-duty firefighters to... more »

• Port Allen man arrested for stealing 135 sacks of crawfish Play Video

  July 1, 2025 3:13 PM

  PORT ALLEN — Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry agents arrested a Port Allen man for stealing over 100 sacks of crawfish in May of 2024. Ricky G. Hasbert, 54, was arrested on June 30 for the alleged crawfish theft. LDAF said he is accused of not paying for... more »

• New Roads drug dealer caught with 18lbs of heroin sentenced to 230 years in prison

  June 11, 2025 7:02 PM

  NEW ROADS — A New Roads man was sentenced to 230 years in prison for running a drug operation in Pointe Coupee Parish. Elie T. Edwards, 46, was the target of a 2022 drug bust in which more than 18 pounds of heroin, four pounds of marijuana and one... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Stormy stretch continues, but an end is in sight Play Video

  May 28, 2025 2:21 PM

  Additional rounds of storms are likely through the end of the week. But as the rain departs, an uncommon delight for the time of year will emerge. Tonight & Tomorrow: Showers and thunderstorms will continue into the evening, making for a soggy start to the night.... more »

• Pier, boat on fire along False River Play Video

  May 19, 2025 1:06 PM

  NEW ROADS - A boat on fire was left drifting on False River on Monday morning. The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office said a home on Island Road's pier caught fire, along with a boat parked there. The boat started drifting out into False River. WBRZ has reached... more »

• Some Pointe Coupee Parish residents could see lower rates as fire district rating improves

  May 6, 2025 2:02 PM

  FORDOCHE - Some property owners in Pointe Coupee Parish could see lower insurance rates after the parish's Fire District 4 received an improved rating. The Pointe Coupee Fire District 4 went from being a Class 5 to a Class 4 rating. All commercial properties within the boundaries of the... more »

• 'God had his hands on me': Pointe Coupee deputy faces long road to recovery after being hit by car Play Video

  April 29, 2025 5:57 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Pointe Coupee deputy who was hit by a car on Louisiana Highway 190 in Livonia last month while directing traffic from a fire scene is now starting the long road to recovery. Deputy Robert Williams said all he remembers from the accident was stopping traffic... more »

• Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office K-9 to receive donated vest

  April 29, 2025 4:48 PM

  NEW ROADS - A Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office K-9 will have a bullet and stab protective vest donated to him. The dog, Bane, will be given the vest by a non-profit organization and the vest will be embroidered with “Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always”. Delivery is... more »

• 3 Pointe Coupee jail employees on leave without pay amid investigation into inmate escape Play Video

  April 23, 2025 11:17 AM

  NEW ROADS - Three Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office employees were placed on leave without pay amid an investigation into how an inmate escaped the parish detention center. Crystal Palermo, 42, was arrested for drug charges but escaped from the detention center following her arrest on April 13. She was... more »

• Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff says his office is working to find out how recent inmate escape happened Play Video

  April 14, 2025 6:18 PM

  NEW ROADS - The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office is trying to piece together how 42-year-old inmate Crystal Palermo escaped Sunday night. "Chief Joffrion and I had a meeting with the warden this morning around nine o'clock and asked him what happened, how it happened, and why it happened, but... more »

• Burglary suspect wanted in violent crimes has been arrested, deputies say Play Video

  April 9, 2025 11:56 AM

  NEW ROADS - Deputies arrested a burglary suspect who has been on the loose since Mar. 15 and was considered armed and dangerous. Garrett Graffia allegedly burglarized a home in early February, stealing multiple firearms. He also faces pending charges for violent crimes in another parish. Deputies said... more »

• Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office hosts blood drive for deputy hit while directing traffic around fire Play Video

  April 9, 2025 8:18 AM

  NEW ROADS - Officials hosted a blood drive Wednesday morning to support a Pointe Coupee Parish deputy who was injured in a crash while directing traffic around a large fire. Deputy Robert Williams has a long road to recovery after being struck on Mar. 31 while directing traffic near... more »

• Sheriff's office organizes blood drive to help Pointe Coupee deputy struck by car Play Video

  April 2, 2025 2:51 PM

  NEW ROADS — The community can help Robert Williams, a Pointe Coupee Parish deputy who was injured Monday while on duty, by donating blood to help him with his medical expenses. The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office announced Wednesday that there will be a blood drive at Pointe Coupee... more »

• WATCH: Loud bangs heard during large fire in Pointe Coupee Parish Tuesday Play Video

  March 19, 2025 9:31 AM

  LOTTIE - Firefighters could hear loud bangs as they responded to a large fire in Pointe Coupee Parish Tuesday. The fire happened on Cane Break Road in Lottie Tuesday, Pointe Coupee Fire District 4 said. Firefighters said there was a delayed response from their district due to the house... more »

• Two stuck boats rescued from False River; Pointe Coupee Sheriff warns of shallow waters Play Video

  February 4, 2025 6:36 PM

  NEW ROADS — Pointe Coupee officials rescued two stuck boats Tuesday on False River. Pointe Coupee Sheriff Rene Thibodeaux said the boaters were riding in shallow water where the north end of the river’s levels are extremely low due to the drawdown process back in September. Thibodeaux said... more »

• Multiple parishes announce second night of curfews following snow, winter weather Play Video

  January 22, 2025 2:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Multiple parishes announced Wednesday that they will institute curfews for residents during the deep freeze while snow still sits on the ground. The following parishes announced a second night of curfews: Pointe Coupee Parish: 6 p.m. Wednesday to 6 a.m. Thursday Livingston Parish: Dusk on Wednesday... more »

• Pointe Coupee sheriff calls for parents to be more involved with students following school stabbing Play Video

  January 15, 2025 6:32 PM

  LIVONIA - A 15-year-old Livonia High School student is possibly facing adult charges for the stabbing of a student Tuesday morning. Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff Rene' Thibodeaux told WBRZ the school is enforcing stricter security policies after a student was stabbed by a classmate who had a knife. Thibodeaux... more »

• Jarreau woman dies after driving off Pointe Coupee highway, hitting tree

  January 2, 2025 2:25 PM

  JARREAU — A Jarreau woman died after her car drove off a Pointe Coupee Parish highway and crashed into multiple trees. Louisiana State Police said 24-year-old Hailey Saizan was killed early Wednesday morning. Around 6 a.m., Saizan was driving north on La. 416 near Patin Lane. Troopers said... more »

• Highway in Pointe Coupee closed due to gas leak

  December 5, 2024 8:25 AM

  BATCHELOR - Highway 417 near Gus Lacy Road in Pointe Coupee Parish was closed Thursday morning due to a gas leak. Pointe Coupee Fire Districts said the gas main was busted Thursday morning, and due to the amount of gas being leaked into the air and its pressure, officials... more »

• Proposition on Saturday's ballot could determine Pointe Coupee Parish fire district's fate Play Video

  December 3, 2024 6:17 PM

  MORGANZA - Pointe Coupee Fire District 2 said the fire department will see cuts to services if a proposition on the Dec. 7 ballot fails to pass. "This could make or break the fire department," Pointe Coupee Fire District 2 Chief Aaron Edwards said. Edwards said the proposed... more »

• Pointe Coupee deputies searching for man wanted on drug manufacturing, dealing charges

  August 27, 2024 4:19 PM

  NEW ROADS — Deputies in Pointe Coupee Parish are searching for a man wanted on drug manufacturing and dealing charges. Cary Reynolds Jr., 52, is wanted on three counts of manufacture and distribution of methamphetamine and one count of manufacture and distribution of marijuana. Anyone with information on... more »

• Pointe Coupee Parish Schools implementing new safety features this year as students return Tuesday Play Video

  August 6, 2024 11:33 AM

  LIVONIA - Pointe Coupee Parish Schools welcomed students back to school Tuesday and said they are implementing quite a few things this year while welcoming more than thirty new teachers. Safety is at the front of the board's mind this year and quite a few procedures have been put... more »

• Reward posted for trailer stolen from False River residence

  July 10, 2024 5:13 PM

  FALSE RIVER - A cargo trailer was stolen from a residence on False River near Light House Canal, the Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office said. PCPSO said the trailer was stolen around Tuesday night where it was used until about 5 p.m. and left at a residential construction site. ... more »

• West Feliciana High School student athlete killed in car wreck Play Video

  July 5, 2024 11:02 AM

  OSCAR — A West Feliciana High School football player and track athlete was killed after driving off the highway and into a tree in Pointe Coupee Parish early Friday morning, State Police said. Rayshon Franklin Jr., 17, was driving on La. 78 just west of La. 1 near Parlange... more »

• Sheriff: Black bears becoming increasingly common in Pointe Coupee neighborhoods Play Video

  June 27, 2024 6:52 PM

  NEW ROADS - Residents in Pointe Coupee Parish say black bears are creeping a little too close to home. Last Saturday night, a hungry bear helped itself to a few stalks of corn from Gus May's corn patch in his yard. May, a longtime resident of Ventress, says this... more »

• Louisiana-based industrial manufacturer to invest $8 million in new Pointe Coupee plant Play Video

  June 13, 2024 5:22 PM

  NEW ROADS — A Louisiana-based geotechnical products manufacturer and distributor is investing $8 million into a new facility in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana Economic Development announced Thursday. The facility, which will add 25 jobs over the next 10 years, will be Industrial Fabrics' second facility in the state and... more »

• Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office holding benefit lunch for officer who underwent heart surgery Play Video

  May 22, 2024 10:17 PM

  NEW ROADS - The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office is holding a benefit lunch Thursday for an officer who underwent a heart transplant. According to the PCPSO, the lunch is being held for Sgt. Mike Battiste. It will be held at the Scott Civic Center in New Roads at... more »

• One dead in Pointe Coupee crash; LSP suspects impairment

  June 1, 2023 12:29 PM

  POINTE COUPEE PARISH - Louisiana State Police believe driver impairment contributed to a Thursday morning crash that took the life of a 64-year-old man. John Goode, of Batchelor, died in the single-vehicle wreck, which happened on LA 417 west of LA 418. Goode was driving a 2012 Ford... more »

• Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office K-9 'Jake' passes away

  February 24, 2023 4:51 PM

  NEW ROADS - The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office on Friday announced the passing of its retired K-9 "Jake." The dog served for 8 years alongside Sgt. Scott Grezaffi before retiring from active duty in 2021. The sheriff's office noted that Jake had experienced a decline in his health... more »

• Longtime New Roads police chief retires

  January 17, 2023 5:03 PM

  NEW ROADS - Longtime New Roads Police Chief Kevin McDonald retired last week after a three-decade career in law enforcement. McDonald served under at least four different mayors in the City of New Roads, and worked as the Police Chief for 18 and a half years. Prior to his... more »

• Emaciated dog rescued; owner cited for neglect

  November 7, 2022 4:56 PM

  POINTE COUPEE (WBRZ) - A frail-looking dog seen roaming a Maringouin neighborhood in late October has been taken from its owners, who were cited for cruelty to animals. The investigation began with reports that an emaciated animal was roaming the streets looking for food. A witness posted photos on... more »

• Water heater explosion started massive fire that destroyed False River home

  February 26, 2022 5:35 PM

  OSCAR - Multiple fire departments worked on False River Drive to put out a home engulfed in flames Saturday afternoon. Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies and four fire districts worked to contain the blaze. According to fire officials, a water heater in the back of the... more »

• Juvenile burglary ring busted in Pointe Coupee Parish Play Video

  January 7, 2022 5:52 PM

  NEW ROADS - The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office said it busted a juvenile burglary ring where they believe a group of three teens are responsible for wreaking havoc on the parish. In all, they are responsible for as many as 10 burglaries, according to Sheriff Rene Thibodeaux. Thibodeaux... more »

• Pointe Coupee deputy on leave after chase led to gunfire

  December 30, 2021 12:03 PM

  NEW ROADS - A sheriff's deputy is on administrative leave after firing a gun during a foot chase in Pointe Coupee Parish. The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office reported Wednesday that two deputies tried to stop a stolen vehicle along LA 10 on Sunday. That vehicle crashed into a... more »

• Late-night manhunt brings chopper, K9s to Pointe Coupee Saturday evening

  December 26, 2021 12:55 AM

  OSCAR - A large presence of law enforcement was seen and heard at the southern end of False River late Saturday night as deputies searched for two people on the run from the law. The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office said it was searching for "two male subjects" at... more »

• Taxpayers doling out thousands to house teenage troublemakers out of state Play Video

  October 28, 2021 6:36 PM

  PLAQUEMINE- There are hardly any beds in the state of Louisiana available for juveniles who commit violent crimes in parishes that don't have stand alone juvenile detention centers, according to law enforcement in our area. Iberville Parish Sheriff Brett Stassi said his parish is having to spend nearly $300... more »

• VIDEO: Thieves caught on camera stealing ATVs from Pointe Coupee home Play Video

  May 21, 2021 8:35 PM

  POINTE COUPEE - The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office is searching for three young men who were seen stealing a pair of four-wheelers from a Pointe Coupee home early Sunday morning. The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office released footage caught from a home security camera shows the thieves stealing ATVs from... more »

• Mardi Gras 2021: Pointe Coupee Parish officials cancel upcoming Mardi Gras season Play Video

  December 21, 2020 11:32 AM

  POINTE COUPEE PARISH - With coronavirus continuing to impact the community, Mardi Gras Krewes across the state are addressing how they'll handle the upcoming seasonal festivities. Pointe Coupee Parish leaders decided last week, to cancel their traditional festivities due to the health crisis. The decision was announced Monday,... more »

• New Roads crash at LA 1 and LA 78 leaves one seriously injured, closes roadways Play Video

  August 13, 2020 9:02 AM

  POINTE COUPEE PARISH - A Thursday morning crash involving a pick-up truck and an 18-wheeler occurred in New Roads at LA 78, leaving at least one person injured. TRAFFIC ALERT: La 1 is closed at La 78 (Pointe Coupee) due to crash involving injury and 18-wheeler — Ashley... more »

• After WBRZ report, outgoing sheriff foots bill for torn up floor Play Video

  June 29, 2020 7:07 PM

  NEW ROADS - Outgoing Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff Bud Torres left office more than three weeks ago and left his office stripped down to the bare floor. Torres told the WBRZ Investigative Unit that he took the drapes and the wood flooring from his office before he vacated. Those... more »

• Man dies in early morning Pointe Coupee Parish crash

  June 29, 2020 10:45 AM

  VENTRESS - Louisiana State Police say a 66-year-old man died in a Pointe Coupee Parish crash early Monday morning. According to troopers, Robert Major of Ventress was headed west on La Hwy 413 in a Toyota Tacoma when his vehicle swerved off-road and crashed into a utility pole before... more »

• Flood-prone residents moving closer to relocation Play Video

  February 10, 2020 11:44 PM

  NEW ROADS - Renderings of a new neighborhood were on display Monday at St Augustine's Catholic Church. The drawings depict what residents currently living in the Pecan Acres area should except. "Can I move tomorrow," Lisha Gremillion said. "Can I have that house built overnight? I can't go through... more »

• Pointe Coupee school board mulls new tax amid financial woes Play Video

  February 4, 2020 11:39 PM

  NEW ROADS - For the second time in less than two weeks, the Pointe Coupee Parish School Board met to discuss how it will bridge a $1.5 million deficit. While no specific action was taken, members of the public tapped to serve on a committee to find solutions had... more »

• Pointe Coupee school board hears parents, teachers but doesn't fix budget shortfall Play Video

  January 23, 2020 9:55 PM

  NEW ROADS - More than 100 people showed up for the Pointe Coupee school board meeting Thursday to talk about how to plug a $1.5 million hole in the system's budget. Those that couldn't fit in the room listened in from the hallway. On the agenda, was Superintendent... more »

• Final suspect arrested in Valentine's Day killing of pregnant woman in Pointe Coupee Play Video

  August 2, 2019 4:36 PM

  UPDATE: The sheriff's office says Tonia Robertson, the last person wanted in the killing of Aerial Edwards, turned herself in to authorities Monday. ***** GLYNN - Six adults and a teenager are facing charges for the Valentine's Day murder of a pregnant woman and her unborn child. ... more »

• Sludge found in pond suspected to be case of nasty illegal dumping Play Video

  March 9, 2018 12:50 PM

  MARINGOUIN – Authorities worked all Friday morning and will spend the afternoon mucking out a mess of some sludge illegally dumped into a pond. Oil, gasoline and waste water was found in the pond near the Iberville – Pointe Coupee Parish line late Thursday night. People complained about a... more »

• Authorities offering reward on info. after Pointe Coupee burglaries

  February 1, 2018 10:47 AM

  POINTE COUPEE- According to the Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office, there have been several burglaries in the Delta Place Road area. Authorities are offering a reward leading to an arrest or location of the stolen property from the incidents. Those with information can call the Criminal Investigations Division at... more »

• Make-up snow days dip into Mardi Gras break in Pointe Coupee Parish

  January 26, 2018 8:02 PM

  NEW ROADS - We're barely a month in, but this winter is already a memorable one. Two snow storms and multiple road closures canceled school in several districts across the area. Now, schools are having to decide when they're going to make up those days. For some, the decision... more »

• LA 1 open after train derailment in New Roads Play Video

  January 4, 2018 8:50 AM

  UPDATE: LA 1 is now open in both directions between Hospital Road and LA 420 after a train derailed yesterday. ***** POINTE COUPEE - State Police were working the scene of a train derailment on LA 1 north of New Roads. Authorities... more »

• Pointe Coupee deputies looking for stolen ATV

  November 29, 2017 12:45 PM

  POINTE COUPEE PARISH- Deputies from the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office are looking for any information leading to the recovery of a 4-wheeler and/or the arrest of the subject(s) who stole it. Authorities say the ATV is a 2006 Honda Rancher with extended racks in the front and back... more »