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Investigation into Lockport Meth Dealer Leads to Four Arrests
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a narcotics investigation into a local meth dealer has led to four arrests. Mitchell Folse, 45, Walter Nelson III, 42, and Chad Brunet, 43, all of Lockport have all been arrested along with Darby Smith Jr., 21, of Larose. Through an investigation into Folse,...
Houma man arrested for drug and weapon charges following traffic stop in Bourg
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of a Houma man, in connection with a traffic stop investigation. Shawn David Jennies, 37, was arrested for traffic related offenses, along with multiple charges of drug possession, in connection with the incident. On July 14th, shortly after 10:30pm, members of the...
Alleged meth dealer and accused accomplices arrested, Lafourche Parish Sheriff says
LAFOURCHE PARISH, La. — Four individuals were arrested in connection to a narcotics investigation by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office. The arrests come after the sheriff's office followed an alleged local meth dealer, Sheriff Craig Webre said. Mitchell Folse, 45, Walter Nelson III, 42, and Chad Brunet, 43, all...
Morgan City Police searching for missing 31-year-old woman
MORGAN CITY — The Morgan City Police Department is searching for a missing person last seen over the weekend. Police said the woman, 31-year-old Caroline Harris, was last seen by her family on Saturday. She is a 5'6" white woman weighing approximately 165 lbs. She also has brown eyes and blonde or brown hair, police said.
A Louisiana man called police and said he was robbed. They ended up arresting him instead.
A man who called 911 to complain that he had been robbed at gunpoint at an Assumption Parish home ended up being arrested after investigators learned that, instead, he had swung a knife at several people there, who had to subdue him, the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office said. Deputies were...
Convicted felon arrested after drugs were found in his car during traffic stop
BOURG— Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's deputies found several illegal drugs in a Houma man's car after they pulled him over Sunday night. Deputies say they saw Shawn David Jennies, 37, driving recklessly along Highway 24 in Bourg. Once they approached his car, deputies recognized Jennies from his previous arrests. They arrested him after Jennies made several suspicious movements when he got out of his car.
Thibodaux couple facing Ethics Board charges after investigation into billing for mowing
A Thibodaux couple who served as volunteer commissioners on their neighborhood’s sewer board are charged with violating state ethics laws for reportedly billing that body nearly $10,000 for lawn mowing that they approved themselves. Francis and Priscilla Breaux served on Lafourche Parish Sewerage District #7 Board between 2007 and...
"The most intense fire I've ever been to" - fire kills five people
LAFOURCHE PARISH, La. — State fire experts are trying to figure out what caused a house fire that killed five people in Houma over the weekend. Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre says this is the one of the most intense fires he's ever seen. According to the sheriff's office,...
Morgan City police radio logs for July 15-16
The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605. 7:53 a.m. 700 block of Second Street; Animal complaint. 8:46 a.m. Lakeside; Suspicious person. 9:27 a.m. 1600 block of Elm Street; Animal complaint. 9:44 a.m....
Ribbon cutting ceremonies for $140 million dollar Highschool construction projects announced
ASCENSION PARISH — The Ascension Parish School Board announced the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremonies for three high school construction projects. The events are scheduled for East Ascension High School, Prairieville High School, and Donaldsonville High School on July 12, July 18, and August 6, 2024. The construction projects...
Fat Boy Phillies brings soul food to Southland Mall with new restaurant location
A Houma-based food truck has branched out with a second location inside Southland Mall. Fat Boy Phillies opened a restaurant inside the mall Friday, July 12. The restaurant is where Chick-Fil-A used to be, next to Pocket Change. It was opened by K.J. Townsend, a Houma chef. More than 40 people were waiting Friday to place their first orders.
Houma’s Elope Bridal Boutique Creates Unforgettable Bridal Experiences
Elope Bridal Boutique, located in the heart of downtown Houma, stands as a testament to the passion and dedication of its owner, Jillian Trant, in creating unforgettable bridal experiences. Founded by the proud owner of The Bridal Corner in Thibodaux, Louisiana, the new boutique was born out of a desire...
Lafourche, Terrebonne officials offer caveats, help with new concealed carry firearms law
A law allowing concealed carrying of firearms by most people over 18 in Louisiana took effect less than a month ago, with no related issues reported by local law enforcement. The law took effect July 4 and will not take effect in New Orleans until Aug. 1. While not expressing opposition to the...
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