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KATC46d ago

Fire official warns of fireworks disposal dangers ahead of Fourth of July

Abbeville's Fire Chief is warning residents about the dangers of improper fireworks disposal as the Fourth of July approaches in less than three weeks. The fire official is urging the community to safely dispose of fireworks to prevent fires and injuries during the holiday season. Proper disposal practices are essential for protecting homes and neighborhoods during Independence Day celebrations.

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KLFY46d ago

Man killed in boat crash in Iberia Parish

A man was killed in a single-vessel boating incident in Iberia Parish. The accident occurred on local waterways in the Acadiana region. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deadly crash.

Crime & Public Safety

KLFY46d ago

Lafayette man convicted of 2021 armed robbery of Opelousas gas station

Lafayette resident Kayvyon L. Sapp, 36, was convicted late Tuesday of three counts of armed robbery with a firearm following a two-day trial. The conviction stems from a 2021 armed robbery at an Opelousas gas station. Sapp now faces sentencing for the serious felony charges.

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KLFY46d ago

Coteau Holmes traffic stop leads to arrest on drug, gun charges

Ricky Walker, 35, of Coteau Holmes, was arrested following a traffic stop and faces charges including possession of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, unlawful handling of machine guns, unlawful carrying of weapons, and traffic violations. The arrest highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts in the Acadiana area to combat drug trafficking and illegal weapons possession.

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KLFY47d ago

Grand Coteau drug and gun charges: Man arrested

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Grand Coteau in connection with drug and gun charges. The arrest adds to ongoing law enforcement efforts in the Acadiana area to combat illegal firearms and drug-related offenses. Details regarding the specific charges and circumstances of the arrest are under investigation.

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KLFY47d ago

Drone flight near federal prison leads to arrests

Two suspects, including one allegedly affiliated with MS-13 gang, were arrested following the discovery of a drone near a federal prison in the area. The incident escalated into a vehicle pursuit that ended in a crash, resulting in minor injuries to deputies and serious injuries to the suspect vehicle's driver.

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KATC47d ago

Acadia Crime Stoppers: Wanted for narcotics charges

The Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office Narcotics Division is seeking the public's help in locating two fugitives wanted on narcotics charges. Crime Stoppers is asking anyone with information about these suspects to come forward. This is a local law enforcement effort to apprehend individuals connected to drug-related offenses in Acadia Parish.

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KLFY47d ago

Louisiana juvenile justice specialist arrested following malfeasance investigation

A former employee of the Acadiana Center for Youth has been arrested and charged with malfeasance in office. Jamie Cadoree, 38, who worked as a Juvenile Justice Specialist at the state-run facility in Bunkie, was taken into custody on June 15 following an investigation by officials.

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KATC47d ago

Ten arrested in contraband ring led by deputy

Ten people have been arrested in connection with a contraband smuggling ring operating in St. Mary Parish. According to St. Mary Parish Sheriff's deputies, a corrections deputy was allegedly bringing in packages of contraband that had been requested by inmates. The investigation uncovered an organized operation to supply prohibited items into the correctional facility.

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KLFY47d ago

Louisiana rapper Mystikal scheduled to be sentenced in rape case

Louisiana rapper Mystikal, whose real name is Michael Lawrence Tyler, is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday for sentencing in a rape case. The case involves serious criminal charges against the prominent Louisiana-based artist. The sentencing hearing will determine the legal consequences for the conviction.

Crime & Public Safety

KLFY48d ago

10 arrested in St. Mary Parish Jail contraband case

Authorities arrested 10 people following an investigation into contraband being smuggled into the St. Mary Parish jail. A corrections deputy named Earnest Ladday of Bayou Vista was identified as the key figure involved in the smuggling scheme. The investigation began in June 2026 after detectives received information about packages of illegal contraband being brought into the facility.

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KLFY48d ago

Grand Coteau man charged in deadly Carencro hit-and-run

A Grand Coteau man has been charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run accident in Carencro. The incident resulted in the death of a victim in the local area. Law enforcement has moved forward with charges in the case.

Crime & Public Safety

KLFY48d ago

Manslaughter conviction in 2019 Lafayette homicide case

Keyon Lampkin was convicted of manslaughter by a Lafayette Parish jury on June 10 in connection with a 2019 homicide at 130 Township Lane in Lafayette. According to eyewitnesses, Lampkin was fighting with victim Justin Johnston in the front seat of Johnston's vehicle when the incident occurred.

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KLFY48d ago

Lightning suspected as cause of house fire in Lafayette

Firefighters in Lafayette responded to a large two-story house fire in the 100 block of Randy Circle early this morning at 4:31 a.m. Officials suspect lightning as the cause of the blaze that engulfed the single-family dwelling. A witness first noticed smoke in the area and alerted authorities.

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KLFY48d ago

Former employee charged with $450,000 theft from local business

Molly Goynes, 35, was arrested and charged with Theft Over $25,000 and Obstruction of Justice after allegedly stealing more than $450,000 from a local Pineville business over three years. The charges also include evidence tampering in connection with the crime. The arrest marks the conclusion of an investigation into what authorities say was a significant theft from the local business community.

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KLFY48d ago

'Do not use': LDH warns families not to use infant formula due to possible botulism contamination

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has issued a warning to families in the state not to use certain infant formula due to potential botulism contamination. The recall alert urges caregivers to avoid the affected formula products to prevent serious illness in infants. Families should contact LDH or healthcare providers for information on safe alternative formula options.

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KLFY48d ago

Authorities digging at Lawtell site in connection with 1992 Donna Gonzales case

Authorities are conducting a search at a Lawtell home in connection with the 1992 disappearance of Donna Gonzales from Lafayette. The excavation represents a significant development in a decades-old missing persons case. Investigators are hopeful this search may provide answers in the long-unsolved disappearance.

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KLFY48d ago

Duson couple killed in I-10 motorcycle crash in Orange County, Texas

A Duson couple, Michael and Lynette Douvio, were killed in a three-wheeled motorcycle crash on Interstate 10 in Orange County, Texas this morning. The fatal accident claimed the lives of the local residents while they were traveling outside the state. The incident remains under investigation by authorities in Texas.

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KLFY48d ago

Two charged with sexual battery of children in Calcasieu Parish

Two men have been arrested in Calcasieu Parish in connection with separate cases of alleged sexual battery involving children. The arrests were made recently by local authorities investigating these serious crimes. The cases remain under investigation as authorities work to protect children in the community.

Crime & Public Safety

KLFY50d ago

Port Barre woman arrested, allegedly locked 2-year-old grandchild in home alone

A Port Barre woman, 54-year-old Dawn Bowers, has been arrested and charged with child abandonment after allegedly leaving a 2-year-old grandchild locked in a home alone. The incident highlights serious child safety concerns in the local area and resulted in criminal charges against the grandmother.

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KATC50d ago

Port Barre grandmother arrested for leaving toddler home alone

A 54-year-old Port Barre woman has been arrested by local police for leaving her 2-year-old grandchild unattended at home. The incident highlights ongoing child welfare concerns in the local community. Port Barre Police responded to reports of the abandoned toddler and took the grandmother into custody.

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KLFY51d ago

Trial for Acadia Parish priest accused of child sex abuse rescheduled after judge recuses himself

A trial for Rev. Korey Lavergne, an Acadia Parish priest accused of child sex abuse, has been rescheduled after District Court Judge David Smith recused himself from the case. Lavergne faces three counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile. A new judge will need to be assigned to oversee the proceedings.

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KLFY51d ago

Major drug bust in Lafayette Parish leads to four arrests

Four individuals were arrested and charged with drug offenses following a traffic stop in Lafayette Parish. A subsequent search warrant resulted in the seizure of large quantities of drugs and money. The arrests represent a significant drug enforcement operation in the local area.

Crime & Public Safety

KLFY51d ago

Lafayette man arrested for child sex abuse materials

A 26-year-old Lafayette man, Bryan Giovanny Torres, was arrested on June 11, 2026, following a joint investigation by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation and Homeland Security Investigations. Torres faces 10 felony counts of child sexual abuse materials involving minors under age 13. The arrest was the result of coordinated efforts between state and federal law enforcement agencies.