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Houma man arrested on stolen firearm and narcotics charges
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of a Houma man on multiple narcotics and weapons related charges, in connection with an investigation completed by the Terrebonne Parish Patrol Division. Jeffrey Jospeh Bourgeois Jr, 28, was arrested in connection with the investigation. On Saturday, July 6th, shortly after 11:00pm,...
Man with multiple warrants wanted in Terrebonne Parish
HOUMA— The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's office is asking for the public's help in locating a Houma man wanted for multiple charges. Deputies are looking for 45-year-old Gilbert Moses, who is also known as "Muckus." Officials warn Moses should be considered armed and dangerous. He's described by the Sheriff's office...
Two men arrested in ATM robbery investigation, Terrebonne Sheriff says
NEW ORLEANS — Two Breaux Bridge men suspected of robbing an ATM as a repairman serviced it, are now in the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office custody on a multi-million-dollar bond. Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced they have arrested Gilbert Sidney Matthews, 27, and Jermonte Emeeko Hamilton, 23...
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office searching for dangerous suspect
TERREBONNE PARISH, La. — The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for a Houma man who they say is a very dangerous suspect who is wanted on numerous warrants. Sheriff's are searching for Gilbert "Muckus" Moses, 45, of Houma. He is 6 feet tall, approximately 230 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes and has a tattoo on his forearm that says "MARWAN."
Houma man arrested after deputies find a small bag of Methamphetamines outside of home
HOUMA— A Houma man now faces multiple drug charges after Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's deputies found a small bag of drugs outside his home while responding to reports of gunshots. Deputies were called to 27-year-old Jeffery Joseph Bourgeois Jr.'s home off Nassau Court just after 11:00 p.m. Saturday night. Neighbors...
Two men arrested in ATM robbery investigation
TERREBONNE PARISH, La. — Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of two men from Breaux Bridge in connection with a recent armed robbery incident at a local bank. Gilbert Matthews, 27, and Jermonte Hamilton, 23, were arrested on charges of first-degree robbery in connection with the investigation.
Buquet Bridge Latest Update
The Buquet Bridge in Dulac has been closed for some time due to damage caused by a vessel and plans are going forward to secure funding for the repairs. Terrebonne Parish President Jason Bergeron expressed optimism about securing funding from FEMA to repair the bridge and alleviate the burden on the local community, “We are encouraged by the work being done with FEMA to secure funding to repair the Buquet Bridge that was struck by a vessel, causing damage. We hope to begin repairs to alleviate the burden placed on people in the area as quickly as possible,” said Bergeron.
5 Terrebonne Parish teens accused of beating, robbing homeless people in French Quarter
A group of Terrebonne Parish teenagers prowling the French Quarter early Sunday morning attacked two homeless men, beating both with a gun and sending one victim to the hospital, according to the New Orleans Police Department. Officers arrested Keith Morvant, Leland Fitch and Jaden LeBeouf, all 18, as well as...
Breaux Bridge men arrested in ATM armed robbery case
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the arrest of a pair of Breaux Bridge men in connection with a recent Armed Robbery incident, of an Automated Teller Machine (ATM), at a local bank. Gilbert Sidney Matthews, 27, and Jermonte Emeeko Hamilton, 23, were arrested on charges of First-Degree Robbery, in connection with the investigation.
Exercise while you read with Terrebonne Parish Library's story walk
Readers can venture through a book about sharing, page-by-page and step-by-step at Houma's Courthouse Square. The Terrebonne Parish Public Library will put out signs Tuesday, July 9, with pages from the book The Mouse’s Apples by Francis Strickley. Each sign will display a page from the book so that readers can exercise as they read. The signs number 15 to 20 in total and on July 12, at 3 p.m., Terrebonne Parish Public Library Outreach Coordinator Emily Daigle will be giving a guided story walk for everyone who shows up.
5 teens arrested in beatings, robberies early Sunday in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS — Five teenagers from Terrebonne Parish were arrested and booked after police said they targeted homeless victims to beat and rob early Sunday morning, according to a report on NOLA.com. The NOPD said the attacks were reported around 2:30 a.m. in the 400 block of South Peters...
Parks to go in Terrebonne for National Picnic Month
Grab your baskets because July is National Picnic Month! It’s a great time to organize a family picnic and enjoy the outdoors. Keep it simple with sandwiches and finger foods, especially in the heat. Here are five options for a great picnic in Houma:. Summerfield Park Located in the...
TPSO Sheriff Tim Soignet offers safety tips for the 4th, reminders of fireworks laws
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet, and the entire staff of the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office, would like to extend a Happy 4th of July to all visitors and residents of Terrebonne Parish, as our nation celebrates its 248th birthday. This weekend and upcoming holiday will certainly be a time for family and celebration, but it’s important to remember that adherence to the law and safety are paramount.
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