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Jaden Citizen, 22, of Church Point, is wanted by the Church Point Police Department for his alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred on June 27. He faces charges of attempted second degree murder, illegal discharge of a firearm, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
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State police have arrested a Jeanerette man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that resulted in the death of a 24-year-old Franklin man. The incident highlights ongoing traffic safety concerns in the Acadiana region. The arrest marks a significant development in the investigation of this fatal traffic incident.
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A fatal hit-and-run crash occurred on Louisiana Highway 320 near Highway 86 in Iberia Parish, killing 24-year-old Marteilan Mitchell of Franklin. A 2021 Ram 1500 truck overturned while exiting the roundabout at the intersection, and the driver fled the scene. Authorities are investigating the incident.
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The Louisiana Supreme Court has upheld a lower court decision to overturn the first-degree murder conviction of West Monroe resident Jimmie C. Duncan in a 30-year-old child death case. Duncan was convicted in 1993 for the death of 23-month-old Haley Oliveaux, who suffered a seizure while in his care. The ruling brings closure to a decades-long legal battle regarding the circumstances surrounding the child's death.
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A Patterson man, Cornelius Kelly Sr., was arrested and charged with multiple drug-related offenses following a narcotics investigation. Detectives seized approximately one pound of methamphetamine, crack cocaine, and other drugs from his residence. The arrest is part of ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking in the Acadiana region.
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A man from Slidell has been arrested in connection with a major cocaine trafficking operation in Morgan City. Scott Moran was booked on multiple drug charges after police identified him as a suspected cocaine trafficker operating in the Morgan City area.
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Isaiah Robinson, 27, of New Iberia, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for enticement of a minor after soliciting sexually explicit images from a 12-year-old child. He will also serve 10 years of supervised release following his prison term. The case highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to protect children from online exploitation in the local community.
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Two men from Breaux Bridge were arrested following an early morning shooting in Opelousas that seriously injured two people. The suspects face multiple charges including attempted second degree murder, aggravated assault with a firearm, felon in possession of a firearm, obstruction of justice, and sexual battery. This incident highlights ongoing public safety concerns in the Acadiana region.
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Two people were shot multiple times in St. Landry Parish on Sunday night, according to authorities. The victims called 911 to report the incident. The shooting remains under investigation by local law enforcement.
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St. Landry Parish narcotics detectives arrested three individuals including Cleveland Hamilton of Carencro, Tavion Javon Francis of Lafayette, and Levy L. Lindon of Lafayette during a drug investigation. Officers seized three pounds of marijuana, a firearm, and other evidence as part of the investigation. The arrests were made through the Project Safe Neighborhood grant program focused on reducing drug-related crimes in the area.
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Clifton Green Jr. has died at Maison du Monde Living Center in Abbeville, according to family members. His family had previously alleged that he suffered from neglect while at the facility. The death raises questions about care standards at the nursing home.
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A 23-year-old Washington man wanted on an outstanding warrant from the Washington Police Department has been arrested following a multi-agency manhunt in St. Landry Parish. Ethan Cole Ellis was taken into custody and charged in connection with the warrant. The arrest concluded the investigation that involved multiple agencies working together.
Read moreEunice police are actively searching for an unidentified suspect involved in an armed robbery at a local Sonic Drive-In. The suspect fled the scene with approximately $300. Authorities are asking for information from the public to help locate the individual.
Read moreA 29-year-old man from Ville Platte was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 106 in Evangeline Parish on Saturday morning. The crash occurred when the vehicle struck a fallen tree on the roadway. The incident remains under investigation by local authorities.
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K9 Officer Zoey, who served the Patterson Police Department for the past two years, has died. The loss marks an end to the dedicated service animal's tenure with the local law enforcement agency. The department is mourning the passing of their valued K9 officer.
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A 29-year-old Ville Platte man, James Woodruff III, died in a traffic accident in Evangeline Parish after his vehicle struck a fallen tree. The fatal crash highlights the dangers posed by road hazards in the local area. The incident was reported in Evangeline Parish, which is part of the greater Acadiana region.
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Patterson police officials are responding to a viral video showing an arrest that occurred in the city Friday night. The video has gained attention on social media, prompting a statement from the police chief regarding the incident. Officials are addressing concerns raised by the public response to the arrest video.
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A St. Martinville couple lost their home in a destructive house fire that occurred Friday morning. The fire destroyed the residence and all of the couple's belongings, leaving them to rebuild their lives from scratch. Emergency responders worked to contain the blaze in this local Acadiana community.
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Recovery efforts are beginning to locate the body of 15-year-old Ja'Derrius Minnieweather, who is believed to be in a Baton Rouge landfill, Mayor-President Sid Edwards announced Friday. The discovery marks a significant development in the case of the missing teen. Authorities are working to recover the remains as part of the ongoing investigation.
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A 78-year-old Lafayette man, Jessie Bradford, has been charged with attempted second degree murder following a shooting incident involving his grandson. The charge stems from the alleged shooting, which has resulted in formal criminal charges against Bradford. This incident represents a serious crime that has impacted the local Lafayette community.
Read moreA 78-year-old man was arrested Saturday morning after shooting his 23-year-old grandson during an argument. The incident resulted in attempted murder charges against the elderly suspect. The shooting occurred during a family dispute in the local area.
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The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating an alleged beating of an 11-year-old girl that was recorded and shared on social media. The incident has drawn attention as the video circulated online, prompting law enforcement to open an investigation into the assault.
Read moreLafayette fire investigators have arrested two juveniles, ages 13 and 14, in connection with an intentionally set house fire on Patterson Street. The fire involved a vacant house and has been ruled as arson. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts by local authorities to investigate and prosecute fire-related crimes in the Lafayette area.
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Lafayette fire investigators have arrested two juveniles, ages 13 and 14, in connection with a fire that occurred in the 600 block of Patterson Street on May 14. A third suspect remains wanted in connection with the incident. The arrests mark progress in the investigation into the fire's cause.
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