Four Arrested for Allegedly Bringing Drugs Into Elayn Hunt Prison
Four people were arrested after authorities say marijuana was brought onto the grounds of Elayn Hunt Correctional Center.
Crime
North Louisiana School Principal Arrested on Sexual Battery Charge
A private school principal in Claiborne Parish has been arrested following a Louisiana State Police investigation.
Louisiana Councilman Arrested on Aggravated Assault Charge
An Ascension Parish councilman was arrested and charged with aggravated assault following a road rage incident in Gonzales.
Taco Cabana Employee Charged After Accidentally Shooting Himself in Groin While at Work
A 19-year-old Taco Cabana employee in Houston is facing charges after accidentally shooting himself while at work.
New Iberia Escapee Goes Viral After Commenting on Sheriff’s Post
A New Iberia escapee turned heads after commenting on the sheriff’s Facebook post about her escape.
Louisiana Man Accused Of Shocking Sextortion Schemes
A young man's alleged web of deceit stretches across Louisiana, with stories of manipulation and threats.
U.S. Marshals Capture Escaped Louisiana Inmate
A work release inmate who walked off the job in Hammond has been captured by U.S. Marshals.
Deputy Shoots Man Holding Woman at Knifepoint on Christmas Day
A deputy-involved shooting is under investigation after a man threatened a woman with a knife on Christmas Day in Caldwell Parish.
Fourth DWI Arrest Places Fire Captain on Leave
A longtime Baton Rouge Fire Department captain faces his fourth DWI and has been placed on administrative leave.
Louisiana Teacher Charged With Bringing Handgun to School
A Baker High School teacher was arrested after allegedly bringing a handgun onto campus, according to East Baton Rouge officials.
St. Landry Parish Jail Employee Arrested for Bringing Drugs Inside
A St. Landry Parish Jail employee was arrested after investigators say she brought illegal narcotics into the facility late last month.
10-Year-Old Jumps to Safety in Louisiana Carjacking
A 10-year-old Louisiana boy jumped from a moving vehicle during a Kenner carjacking Monday. Police tracked the stolen SUV using the child's phone and arrested the suspect.
Big Rig Tire Theft Ends With Arrest in Duson
Duson Police arrested a Florida man accused of stealing tires and equipment from a parked big rig, ending a theft that spanned several states.
St. Landry Jail Escape: 3 Violent Offenders Still at Large
Men facing violent felony charges breached jail wall before scaling outer fence; manhunt underway.
Law Enforcement Seeks Tips on Fraud Suspect
Residential contractor fraud suspect wanted; call CrimeStoppers to report information.
Louisiana Sheriff’s Deputy Killed in Thanksgiving Shooting
Louisiana deputy Shaquille Guerin was fatally shot in Waggaman on Thanksgiving. His brother was arrested after a police chase and charged with murder.
Iberia Parish Corrections Officer Fired After Alleged Inmate Beating
A corrections officer in Iberia Parish was arrested and fired after a probe found he allegedly beat an inmate, leading to charges of battery and malfeasance.
Search Underway for Mire Man Accused of Striking Deputy With Vehicle
Acadia Parish deputies are searching for Travis Cormier after officials say he hit a deputy with a vehicle and fled into a wooded area.
Baton Rouge Mom Arrested After 1-Year-Old Found in Backyard Pool
Authorities say a Baton Rouge mom faces multiple charges after her toddler was found unresponsive in a pool.
Monroe Man Arrested After Spitting Blood on Roommates, Police Say
Monroe Police arrested a 35-year-old man accused of spitting blood on his roommates and exposing them to HIV during a fight.