Three Perish in Weekend Drownings off Louisiana Coast
A sunny day at a Louisiana beach took a tragic turn late Sunday as apparently, three members of the same family drowned in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Body of Abbeville Man Pulled From Canal in Vermilion Parish
Sad news to report out of Vermilion Parish as an Abbeville man likely drowned after he fell from his boat in the Hebert Canal over the weekend.
Bodies of Three Men Recovered From Lake Maurepas
Authorities have found the bodies of the three men who went missing in Lake Maurepas on Sunday afternoon.
2 Louisiana Juveniles Die After Vehicle Went into Pond Near Bayou, Trapping Them Underwater
Louisiana State Police have identified the two Prairieville teenagers that were killed after driving their car into a pond near Bayou Manchac.
Body of Shreveport City Marshal Found in Destin
Caldwell had been missing since Thursday evening when he fell overboard from a boat while vacationing.
Louisiana Man Drowns in Gulf Shores While Trying to Save Son
The unidentified 49-year-old father drowned while attempting to rescue his 17-year-old son who was struggling in the gulf waters near Gulf State Park Pavilion.
Louisiana Beachgoers Should Expect Dangerous Rip Currents
From Biloxi to Panama City beachgoers will need to check the flags before swimming each day.
No Lifeguard on Duty When La. Toddler Drowned at Biloxi Resort
Biloxi police told local media that a lifeguard was on duty. However, on Tuesday, Capt. Milton Houseman said it was actually pool attendants that were present at the time of the incident.
Baton Rouge Teen Missing After Being Caught in Rip Current
14-year-old Tyreke Walker was celebrating his birthday with his family when he disappeared this past Saturday.
Body Found in the Mississippi River in St. Bernard Parish
The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office has confirmed that another body was pulled from the Mississippi River on Thursday afternoon in Arabi.
Body of Crabber Who Fell Into Louisiana Canal Recovered
The identity of the man has yet to be disclosed.
Second Man's Body Recovered From Toledo Bend, Both Men Identified
A second man's body has been recovered from Toledo Bend Lake after a fishing trip went awry for two men this past weekend.
One Man Dead After Two Fishermen Went Missing at Toledo Bend
A man is dead following a fishing trip turned tragedy on Saturday afternoon at Toledo Bend.
One Man Dead After Drowning While Fishing on Toledo Bend
Waves from high winds are believed to have caused a boat to sink on the south end of Toledo Bend on Saturday afternoon.
Winning Lottery Ticket Found in Wallet of Drowning Victim
The body of a 57-year-old man was discovered with a winning lottery ticket in the victim's wallet after he died from drowning and his body washed ashore.
Two Louisiana Residents Drown in Destin in One Week
The victims were a 14 year old teen and a 58 year old man, both from Louisiana.
Tragedy in an Area of Toledo Bend; Body Discovered After Drowning
The men's truck and trailer were found at a nearby boat launch.
17-Year-Old Drowns in Pond Near Beau Chene High School
There is sad news to report out of St. Landry Parish as the body of a teen has been recovered from a retention pond near Beau Chene High School.
Missing 5-year-old Dies in Accidental Drowning at Lafayette Hotel
A missing 5-year-old child was found dead late Monday night at a Lafayette hotel.
Three People Arrested in Vehicle Burglaries in Broussard
20-year-old Faith Capritto and 21-year-old Todrick Toussiant - both of St. Martinville - and a 16-year-old juvenile have all been arrested after they allegedly committed several vehicle burglaries in a Broussard neighborhood.