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Shreveport Woman Found Dead Named by Caddo Coroner
A woman whose body was found off of Marshall Street south of downtown Shreveport Sunday, August 25, 2024, has been named by the Caddo Parish Coroner's office. Brenda Gilmer, 58, was found dead just after 6 p.m. in the 500 block of 4th Street, which runs south off Marshall Street between Marshall and McNeill streets. She had suffered blunt-force trauma, though the manner and cause of death remain under investigation.
Caddo Correctional Center Booking Photos August 24th-30th
The following photos are those who were booked in to Caddo Correctional Center through the dates of August 24th-30th. By the time this article is visible, some of those pictured may have been released. Some of those pictured have yet to stand trial and are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Longest serving inmate
SHREVEPORT, La. - Chester Johnson, the longest serving inmate at Caddo Correctional Center (CCC), has been sentenced to serve 40 years in prison for battery of a correctional facility employee. Johnson was convicted of attacking a nurse who brought him some medicine.
CPSO: Woodlawn student arrested, accused of threatening to shoot up school
SHREVEPORT, La. -- A Woodlawn High School student was arrested Friday after allegedly threatening to harm a female and shoot up the school. The student, identified as Issac Pickrom, 17, was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center on charges of terrorizing and resisting arrest. Caddo Parish sheriff's Deputy Stanley Williams,...
Shreveport Police Arrest Three Felons in Firearms Crackdown
SHREVEPORT, LA - On August 28, 2024, Shreveport Police, in collaboration with the Shreveport City Marshal’s Office, SPD Warrant’s Unit, and the Violent Crimes Abatement Team (VCAT), successfully apprehended three felons in possession of firearms during separate operations across the city. During one incident on Pleasant Drive, officers...
Shreveport Police looking for missing 45-year-old man
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Shreveport Police Department is looking for a missing man who was last seen Aug. 28. John Mook, 45, was last seen in the 7400 block of Youree Drive, police say. That’s near the Sam’s Club. LATEST NEWS FROM KSLA. Mook is 6′ tall,...
Elderly Shreveport woman who died in fire with pets remembered by rescue group
SHREVEPORT, La. - The woman who died early Friday morning in a fire that also killed more than a dozen pets was known for her love of animals. Polly Fain was a prominent animal advocate who fostered cats and dogs. The Shreveport Fire Department arrived at Fain’s home around 6...
Fire burns home in Hyde Park neighborhood
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A house caught fire on Blue Spruce Drive while the homeowners were away. On Aug. 29 at 8:36 a.m., the Shreveport Fire Department (SFD) responded to a fire emergency in the 9200 block of Blue Spruce Drive in the Hyde Park neighborhood. When they got there, firefighters saw heavy smoke coming from the front of the house and fire on the back side of the house.
Man wanted for alleged felony theft from car dealership
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport Police is seeking the public’s help in seeking a man who is wanted for allegedly stealing from a car dealership. On August 27, the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) obtained warrants for the arrest of James Williams and is now searching for him. Williams is wanted for his alleged connection with a felony theft at a car dealership in the 1100 block of East Bert Kouns Industrial Loop.
The Shreveport Police Department, in collaboration with the Bossier City Police Department and the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, has introduced the “Friends of the Community” decal program
Shreveport, LA – According to the police officials, this voluntary initiative is designed to improve communication and foster understanding between law enforcement and individuals with special needs. The “Friends of the Community” decal helps first responders quickly identify individuals who may struggle with communication or understanding directions during emergencies....
After illegal street party, Shreveport councilman questions police response capacity
When dozens of people a few weeks ago turned Texas Avenue in downtown Shreveport into a party — unauthorized and pouring into the streets — there weren't any officers available to quickly handle it. One city councilman doesn't think that excuse is good enough. At a Shreveport City...
Shreveport Man Arrested After Waving Gun Around in Public
SHREVEPORT, LA- Shreveport Police Continue Crackdown on Firearm Offenses. The Shreveport Police Department remains committed to addressing firearm-related offenses in our community. On August 26, 2024, just after midnight, Shreveport Police officers responded to a report of an armed individual in the 2800 block of Quinton Street. Upon arrival, officers...
SPD beefs up patrols for Labor Day weekend, remind drivers to practice safety
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Labor Day weekend is expected to be a rainy one and the Shreveport Police Department is reminding residents that road safety will be a top priority. “We always would advise our community, anytime that we have hazardous weather, rain, high winds, be very cautious on...
Report: Money stolen from Shreveport’s development authority using fake checks
(The Center Square) — An audit report of the Shreveport Downtown Development Authority found evidence of embezzlement using the authority’s name from its own checking account. The contract audit by Cook & Morehart, an accounting firm based in Shreveport, examined the fiscal year ending December 2023. The report,...
Behind the Badge: Moonlighting first responders
BOSSIER CITY, La. - Each week, KTBS 3 highlights the selfless work of area first responders. This morning on his Behind the Badge segment, KTBS 3's Rick Rowe looks at moonlighting first responders. If you would like to submit an idea for a future Behind the Badge segment, email us...
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