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Crime & Public SafetyPolice are searching for masked suspects who used a stolen truck to steal an ATM from a local business in the Acadiana area. The suspects took less than $1,000 from the ATM before abandoning the truck near the Acadia-Lafayette parish line, which was located by officers around 10:20 a.m.
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Crime & Public SafetyA Jefferson Davis Parish man was arrested after admitting to abandoning a dozen newborn puppies near railroad tracks in Elton. The puppies had disappeared from an apartment complex after the suspect's dog recently gave birth to a litter.
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Crime & Public SafetyA shooting near the 600 block of Division Street in Lafayette left one person injured early Sunday morning around 1:50 a.m. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition. Police have not released further details about the incident.
Read moreCrime & Public SafetyA shooting occurred on Division Street in Lafayette on Sunday morning, resulting in one person being hospitalized. Lafayette police detectives are actively investigating the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
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Crime & Public SafetyLafayette Police responded to a hit-and-run crash Friday evening at University Avenue and Renaud Drive where a vehicle struck a maroon SUV. The incident prompted police to remind the public about the dangers of hit-and-run crashes, which the department reports occur regularly in the city with hundreds of crashes monthly.
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Crime & Public SafetyA woman was arrested in connection with a burglary and vehicle theft that occurred in Jennings this morning, according to local officials. The arrest was made as part of an investigation into the incidents.
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Crime & Public SafetyThree people, including a convicted felon, were arrested in Jennings following a traffic stop. Officers seized suspected narcotics and a loaded firearm during the arrests.
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Crime & Public SafetyAn independent review is underway regarding a Patterson Police traffic stop that resulted in Officer Sam Tezeno being placed on paid administrative leave. The review has prompted scrutiny of the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office hiring process and questions about Tezeno's employment history.
Read moreCrime & Public SafetyThe Lafayette Fire Department is warning residents about the growing fire risk posed by lithium-ion batteries in homes. Officials are urging the public to be aware of the dangers these batteries present and to take proper precautions when using and storing devices containing them.
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Crime & Public SafetyJoshua Firmin, a former Deputy U.S. Marshal, has been sentenced to three years and nine months in federal prison for assaulting a federal inmate and falsifying a report about the incident. The conviction highlights accountability within law enforcement for abuse of power and obstruction of justice.
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Crime & Public SafetyA Sulphur man was arrested during a traffic stop by state troopers who discovered approximately 6.5 pounds of methamphetamine, along with other drugs and firearms in his vehicle. The arrest highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking in the Acadiana region.
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Crime & Public SafetyA Lake Charles man was reported missing by a family member on July 7. He was last seen at a Super 8 Motel, according to officials.
Read moreCrime & Public SafetyLake Charles Police are actively searching for Jermaric Terez Andrus, who went missing on Monday, July 6, 2026, at approximately 11:22 p.m. from the Super 8 Motel on East Prien Lake Road. Authorities are asking for assistance in locating the missing man.
Read moreCrime & Public SafetyA car crashed into a home on W. Congress Street in Lafayette on Saturday. The home was under construction at the time of the incident, and fortunately no one was injured. Lafayette Police responded to the scene.
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Crime & Public SafetyGilbert Harrison III, 39, of New Iberia, was arrested Tuesday evening on a Lafayette Police Department warrant for attempted first degree murder. He was also charged with possession of firearm by a convicted felon, violation of protective orders, and illegal possession of a legend drug.
Read moreCrime & Public SafetyThe Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office is warning residents about ATV thefts as hunting season approaches, offering tips to help prevent theft of the popular vehicles. EPSO encourages residents to take precautions to protect their ATVs during this high-risk season.
Read moreCrime & Public SafetyFEMA is warning residents in the Acadiana area to stay vigilant against scammers and fraudsters following Tropical Storm Arthur. The agency has released tips to help local residents protect themselves from disaster-related scams that typically emerge after major weather events.
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Crime & Public SafetyReginald White, a 46-year-old Lafayette man, was arrested during a traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of 2.5 pounds of cocaine. White has been charged with possession with intent to distribute Schedule II drugs.
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Crime & Public SafetyHuman remains believed to belong to a missing 22-year-old Alexandria man were discovered Friday morning in Boyce in what authorities are investigating as a suspected homicide. The Alexandria Police Department is leading the investigation into the discovery.
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Crime & Public SafetyLouisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is joining attorneys general nationwide in calling on the Federal Communications Commission to strengthen regulations against illegal robocalls. The proposal would increase oversight of companies that buy and sell phone numbers to help investigators better trace scam calls. This effort aims to protect Louisiana residents from fraudulent robocall schemes.
Read moreCrime & Public SafetyA defendant accused in the killing of Charlie Kirk made statements to his roommate expressing regret about the incident, according to a recorded conversation presented as evidence in court Thursday. The video recording revealed the suspect saying he wished he hadn't committed the act, providing insight into his mindset following the alleged crime. This development came during court proceedings in the ongoing case related to Kirk's death in Louisiana.
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Crime & Public SafetyLafayette firefighters responded to a shed fire in the 100 block of Sigma Drive Wednesday night at 11:28 p.m. An e-bike battery is believed to have sparked the fire in the backyard shed. A property occupant reported the smoke to 911 dispatchers, and crews quickly extinguished the blaze.
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Crime & Public SafetyA Slidell man has been arrested and accused of using artificial intelligence technology to create child sexual abuse material. This case highlights emerging threats involving AI-generated content and child exploitation in Louisiana. Law enforcement continues to investigate the incident.
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Crime & Public SafetyJennings police are clarifying confusion among some residents who received grand jury summons, assuring the public that these are legitimate civic notices and not scams or arrest warrants. The department issued the statement to address concerns and prevent residents from ignoring their jury duty obligations based on misinformation about the notices being fraudulent.
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