Allen Parish Arson Investigation Leads to Arrest of Pitkin Woman
Authorities say a Pitkin woman faces multiple arson charges after investigators linked her to an Allen Parish fire over the holiday weekend.
Crime
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Deputy Fired After Investigation Into Domestic Incident
A former Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's deputy was fired and arrested following an investigation into a reported domestic disturbance in Westlake.
Jennings Listed in 2026 Top 10 Most Dangerous Cities in Louisiana
Jennings is listed in the top 10 most dangerous cities in Louisiana, according to a new report using FBI crime data.
Life Tabernacle Pastor Tony Spell Arrested for Alleged Attack on Neighbor Across from His Church
Life Tabernacle Church Pastor Tony Spell was arrested June 23 on second-degree battery after allegedly attacking a neighbor across from his Hooper Road church in Central.
Louisiana Couple Arrested, Investigators Find Disturbing Videos
Authorities investigating allegations of child abuse uncovered videos involving animal sexual abuse, leading to multiple felony charges in Louisiana.
Three Arrested After Investigators Uncover Alleged Arson Plot
An fire investigation led to three arrests as authorities execute search warrants at multiple addresses.
Two Baton Rouge Police Officers Face Domestic Violence Charges in Separate Incidents
Two Baton Rouge Police officers face domestic violence charges in separate incidents. Officer Aimee Adams was arrested May 24 and Officer Darnell Brown was issued a summons June 8.
Uber Driver Arrested on First-Degree Rape Charge in Pointe Coupee Parish
A rideshare driver in Pointe Coupee Parish was arrested and charged with first-degree rape following an investigation by local authorities.
Calcasieu Deputies Conducting Click It or Ticket Enforcement
Be prepared for a CPSO seatbelt checkpoint somewhere in the parish this weekend. Here's what you need to know before you go.
Parkview Baptist School Coach Arrested After Allegedly Sending Sexually Explicit Texts to 14-Year-Old Student
Parkview Baptist School coach Patrick Yomtob, 46, was arrested on indecent behavior charges after allegedly sending explicit texts to a 14-year-old student in Baton Rouge.
East Baton Rouge High School Student Shot After Stepping Off School Bus
A Northeast High School student was shot Tuesday after stepping off a school bus in East Baton Rouge Parish. Three suspects were taken into custody near the scene.
Crossing Guard Katy Wells Killed in Denham Springs While on Duty — Alleged Impaired Driver Arrested
Crossing guard Katy Wells was killed Thursday in Denham Springs while directing traffic at an elementary school. Darren Goudeau, 64, was arrested on vehicular homicide charges.