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• Deputies searching for two people accused of stealing from Dollar General in Tickfaw

  October 29, 2025 7:17 AM

  TICKFAW — Deputies in Tangipahoa Parish are searching for two people accused of stealing from a Tickfaw Dollar General. Deputies said that two men entered the Sibley Road discount store around 7 p.m. on Oct. 12. The men were then seen on security footage filling two shopping carts worth... 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 »

• Couple arrested in Tangipahoa Parish drug bust Play Video

  September 22, 2025 5:59 PM

  TICKFAW — Two convicted felons were arrested in a Tickfaw drug bust on Wednesday, Sept. 14, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. After receiving a tip, the TPSO Narcotics Division, along with the Hammond Police Department SWAT team, conducted a search of a home on Johnson Lane, off... more »

• Deputies searching for burglar who broke into cars in Hammond, Tickfaw Play Video

  September 11, 2025 7:01 AM

  TICKFAW — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for a person accused of breaking into several cars in Hammond and Tickfaw. According to deputies, at least one suspect was seen on surveillance videos breaking into vehicles on Chapel Road in Tickfaw and Chandler Place in Hammond on Saturday,... more »

• Man arrested after 2 days on the run for allegedly shooting his brother in stomach Play Video

  September 8, 2025 3:50 PM

  TICKFAW — A man was arrested after nearly two days on the run for allegedly shooting his brother in the stomach multiple times in Tickfaw, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. Randolph Brown III, 27, faces charges of attempted manslaughter, possession of a stolen firearm and convicted felon... more »

• Two arrested after multi-agency bust in Tickfaw, Independence yields $180,000 worth of drugs Play Video

  July 30, 2025 4:30 PM

  TICKFAW — Two people were arrested after a multi-agency drug bust in Independence and Tickfaw yielded $180,000 worth of drugs. Jaronge Durr, 47, and Tashaundra Wilson, 45, were arrested after homes in Independence and Tickfaw were raided Tuesday by Tangipahoa Parish and Livingston Parish deputies, as well as Drug... more »

• Crime Stoppers looking for person who stole pressure washer from Tickfaw carport

  July 30, 2025 2:58 PM

  TICKFAW — Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa Parish is looking for a person who stole a pressure washer from a house in Tickfaw. According to Crime Stoppers, the suspect stole the equipment from a carport at 11:36 p.m. Tuesday night. Anyone with information on this theft is asked to... more »

• 16-year-old arrested in Tickfaw vehicle burglaries, authorities still looking for more suspects Play Video

  June 10, 2025 5:07 PM

  TICKFAW — The Tangipahoa Sheriff's Office arrested a 16-year-old boy in over 20 vehicle burglaries that happened in March. The teenager was arrested on May 15 in Livingston Parish in an unrelated vehicle burglary, during which he was found to have a gun stolen from one of the vehicles... 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 »

• Tangipahoa Parish inmate captured in Amite after escape; four on administrative leave Play Video

  May 23, 2025 1:18 AM

  AMITE — Four people are on administrative leave and another inmate faces new charges after an inmate who has a history of breakouts escaped from the parish jail Thursday night, Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker said. Tra'Von Johnson, 22, was booked and awaiting trial for his alleged role in... more »

• State troopers, LDWF agents cite eight for DWI over two-day 2025 Tickfaw 200 Poker Run

  May 8, 2025 1:39 PM

  TICKFAW — Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents and Louisiana State Police troopers made eight drunken driving arrests of boaters over the two-day 2025 Tickfaw 200 Poker Run. Agents and troopers did vessel patrols in the area because waterways are so busy during the annual event. On... more »

• Two more arrested after Tickfaw man's overdose; one arrested for murder Play Video

  May 2, 2025 12:45 AM

  TICKFAW - Two more people were arrested in a fentanyl overdose death, with one being arrested for murder, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. Joshua Thompson, 45, was booked for second-degree murder, distribution of fentanyl, conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and obstruction of justice. Mary Kate Fitzsimons, 21, was... more »

• Pair arrested in connection to Tickfaw man's fentanyl death Play Video

  April 25, 2025 1:26 PM

  TICKFAW - Two people were arrested after a man died of a drug overdose in early April. Deputies with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office were called to a home on John's Drive for an unresponsive man on April 8. Despite life-saving efforts, the man passed away, and his death... more »

• Tickfaw's Italian Festival will have increased police presence after Strawberry Festival shootings

  April 24, 2025 2:47 PM

  TICKFAW — This weekend's Italian Festival in Tickfaw will have stricter security measures. According to Tickfaw Police Chief Frank DiBenedetto, they are anticipating a safe festival thanks to enhanced security including metal detectors. DiBenedetto said that visitors should also expect an increased police presence in the aftermath of... more »

• Tangipahoa deputies assist State Police, other agencies in raid along Highway 51 in Tickfaw

  April 22, 2025 11:50 AM

  TICKFAW — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office and Louisiana State Police executed a warrant along U.S. 51 on Tuesday morning. "The activity is focused further onto the property in the 51000 block and not considered a danger to neighboring properties or any highway traffic," a TPSO spokesperson said, noting... more »

• Deputies searching for man allegedly connected to more than 20 vehicle burglaries Play Video

  April 17, 2025 11:11 AM

  TICKFAW - Deputies are searching for a man believed to be connected to over 20 vehicle burglaries in Tangipahoa Parish. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said on Mar. 29, multiple vehicles were broken into in the Jesse Bickford Road area of Tickfaw. Several items were stolen from them, including... more »

• I-55 southbound closed between Tickfaw, Independence after truck carrying hazardous materials crashes

  December 12, 2024 2:37 PM

  INDEPENDENCE — Southbound lanes of Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish are closed after a semi-truck carrying hazardous material crashed. State Police and first responders responded to the crash between Tickfaw and Independence. There is no threat to the pubic and the highway is expected to be closed for an... more »

• Livingston, Tangipahoa parishes close waterways to recreational traffic due to incoming weather system Play Video

  November 5, 2024 9:30 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Several waterways are closed in Livingston and Tangipahoa parishes due to high winds and the incoming weather system, Rafael . The Office of the Livingston Parish President said the Amite River, from the weir south to Lake Maurepas, including tributaries of the river, and the Tickfaw... more »

• Two drivers die after separate crashes in Tickfaw, Covington

  October 4, 2024 3:53 PM

  TICKFAW - Two drivers died after separate crashes in Tickfaw and Covington Thursday, according to Louisiana State Police. Police say Albert Johnson Jr., 55, of Albany, died after a single-vehicle crash on La. Highway 1064 near Durbin Road in Tangipahoa Parish at 3:45 p.m. Thursday. According to LSP, Johnson's... more »

• Killian flooded with waist-deep water after Tickfaw, Blood rivers overflow after Hurricane Francine Play Video

  September 12, 2024 2:45 PM

  KILLIAN — Livingston Parish was dealing with power outages, closed roads, fallen trees and debris on Thursday, the night after Hurricane Francine struck southeastern Louisiana. One of the most affected areas was Killian, which was severely flooded because of the nearby Tickfaw and Blood rivers. No one was injured,... more »

• Blood drive held for 'hero' survivor of deadly Tickfaw boat crash Play Video

  August 4, 2024 4:51 PM

  PLAQUEMINE - One week after a fatal boating accident in Tickfaw, two survivors of the crash are facing a long recovery. According to a family friend, Hunter Caballero saved the life of his girlfriend, Jillian Bernard, when she was thrown from the boat and fractured her femur upon impact.... more »

• New details revealed on weekend's fatal Tickfaw River boat crash; charges could potentially be filed Play Video

  July 30, 2024 5:31 PM

  SPRINGFIELD — The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries said Tuesday that it is treating the weekend's fatal boat crash on Tickfaw River as a criminal investigation. Sgt. Randy Lanoux said a 25-foot Sea Fox boat crashed into a 25-foot pontoon boat shortly after midnight Sunday morning. “The... more »

• 17-year-old arrested for attempted murder after May shooting in Tickfaw that injured 11-year-old girl Play Video

  June 27, 2024 6:35 PM

  TICKFAW - A 17-year-old involved in a Tickfaw shooting that left an 11-year-old injured back in May was arrested Thursday, the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office. Ja'den James, 17, of Tickfaw, was arrested for attempted first-degree murder, illegal use of weapons, and illegal possession of a handgun. The 11-year-old... more »

• Suspects fleeing traffic stop force cops to draw guns, put school on lockdown

  December 18, 2019 3:39 PM

  TICKFAW - A suspect wanted after running from a traffic stop was held at gunpoint near a school Wednesday afternoon, according to early reports from authorities involved. Authorities said three people tried to escape the traffic stop by a Tickfaw Police officer near Nesom Middle School. One of the... more »

• Body discovered near Highway 442 in Tickfaw

  September 8, 2017 10:48 AM

  UPDATE: APSO says an autopsy report revealed that the cause of death was self-inflicted. TICKFAW - The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a body found beside a vehicle on Stafford Road near Highway 442. According to TPSO, the body of a 25-year-old black male was discovered Thursday... more »

• TPSO: One arrested, two wanted for attempted murder after robbery, shooting during drug deal

  June 26, 2017 1:19 PM

  TICKFAW – One man was arrested and two others are wanted for allegedly robbing and shooting a man after a drug deal in Tickfaw. According to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies received a report of someone shot on June 17 at a home on Durbin Road Extension.... more »

• Rivers expected to crest at flood stage by Wednesday

  April 3, 2017 1:01 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The National Weather Service has issued flood warning for four rivers in southeast Louisiana Monday morning. A flood warning has been extended for the Comite River at Joor Road until Tuesday evening. As of 11:15 a.m. Monday, the stage was at 19 feet, just one feet... more »

• Drug dealer resists arrest, tells passenger to destroy evidence

  January 18, 2017 1:43 PM

  HAMMOND - Two men were arrested during a traffic stop after Deputies say they found a bag of illegal drugs in their car. According to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office, a deputy stopped Michael Nelson Jr., 28, of Tickfaw, at the intersection of Wardline Road and Crapanzano Road Saturday... more »

• Tickfaw man killed after fleeing police, struck by dump truck

  October 19, 2016 6:21 PM

  TICKFAW – State police say one man is dead after fleeing Hammond Police then causing a crash on LA 1065 in Tickfaw Wednesday morning. According to Louisiana State Police, the crash happened on LA 1065 near Sims Lane just before noon Wednesday. Hammond Police attempted to initiate a... more »

• Troopers identify woman killed in Tickfaw crash

  August 20, 2016 12:45 PM

  TICKFAW - Louisiana State Police identified the pedestrian killed when she was truck by a vehicle on US 51 in Tickfaw Friday night. Police say the incident happened after 11 p.m. Friday near the intersection of US 51 and Pardo Rd. in Tickfaw. Investigators say 36-year-old Joni Fricano... more »

• Hammond man killed in motorcycle crash near Tickfaw

  April 24, 2016 9:23 PM

  TICKFAW – State Police say a Hammond man died Sunday after his motorcycle ran off the roadway of LA 1064 near Tickfaw. According to Louisiana State Police, 52-year-old Michael S. McDonald was driving westbound on LA 1064 when his motorcycle exited the roadway and crashed into a culvert. ... more »

• UPDATE: Some rivers to remain in flood stage until Thursday Play Video

  March 12, 2016 8:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Many river systems near the Capital City remain in major flood stage Sunday after thunderstorms brought record rainfall to the area this week. While the Tickfaw River has already crested, the Amite River is expected to rise in some areas until it crests as late as Tuesday... more »

• Father arrested on attempted murder charge

  August 21, 2015 1:56 PM

  ALBANY – Sheriff's deputies in Livingston Parish said they charged a Tickfaw man with attempted murder after he was accused of shooting his son multiple times Thursday night. Deputies were dispatched to an undeveloped subdivision off of Highway 442 in reference to reports of a shooting. At the scene,... more »