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A Lake Charles man was arrested following a major drug seizure operation on July 24, in which approximately $100,000 worth of illegal narcotics were recovered from two separate properties. The arrest was part of an ongoing drug investigation by local officials.
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A Utah man has been arrested and charged with second degree murder and obstruction of justice in connection with the death of an 18-month-old foster child in Beauregard Parish. Alberto Marin, 31, of Salt Lake City, is accused in the death of Melanie Trahan, who died on Sunday.
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A small chlorine leak at the LUS Water Treatment Plant in Lafayette was quickly contained after a malfunctioning valve caused the release. No injuries were reported from the incident.
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A man from Sunset in St. Landry Parish has been sentenced to 308 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to attempted carjacking, carjacking, robbery, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence. The crimes were committed as part of a Texas crime spree.
Leer másThe Louisiana Department of Health has launched a cyclosporiasis dashboard to track cases across the state. Lafayette Parish currently has the second-highest number of cases, trailing only East Baton Rouge Parish.
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A Louisiana man, Eddie Lee Clark III, has been arrested in connection with dumping a barber's body into a bayou in 2023. His bond has been set at $1.25 million following the arrest.
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The 15th Judicial District courthouse in downtown Lafayette was evacuated this morning following a bomb threat. Authorities cleared the building and the all-clear was subsequently issued.
Leer másThe family of missing Nolan Wells has hired audio engineers to review a distress call made from a boat on the day of his disappearance. The legal team is examining the call in hopes of finding new information related to the case. This development marks a new step in the investigation into Wells' disappearance.
Leer másScammers are impersonating St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard through text messages in a fraudulent scheme. Residents are urged not to respond to these messages or call any phone numbers provided by the scammers.
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An employee at Southland Engine Co. in Lafayette suffered minor burns during a flash fire on July 30. The fire was caused by grinding metal at the shop.
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The Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking six sex offenders who have failed to comply with Louisiana's mandatory registration and notification requirements. These individuals are wanted for violations of state law regarding sex offender registry compliance.
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The Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a fraudulent banking scam in which callers impersonate representatives from a local bank. Authorities are alerting the community to be cautious of these deceptive calls and to verify the authenticity of any banking contacts.
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Lafayette Police Officer Johnny Monson was awarded the Lafayette Police Department's Life Saving Award after responding to an attempted suicide call and successfully preventing a man from jumping off a bridge. The officer's quick response and intervention resulted in saving the man's life from what could have been a fatal decision.
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An unidentified man was shot and killed at a hotel in Sulphur this morning, according to authorities. The incident remains under investigation with details about the shooter and circumstances still being determined.
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A former LSU wide receiver was arrested in Miami after allegedly threatening another man on a public bus while armed with what appeared to be a knife. The incident highlights criminal behavior involving a Louisiana State University athlete. While the arrest occurred in Miami, the LSU connection makes this relevant to Louisiana news readers.
Leer másAcadiana residents are being issued boil water advisories across multiple parishes in the region. This ongoing story tracks all boil order announcements as they are issued by local water authorities.
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Two individuals have been arrested following a narcotics investigation conducted by the Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office on LaSalle Street in Ville Platte. The arrests are connected to a significant methamphetamine bust in the area. Sheriff Charles Guillory announced the arrests as part of ongoing drug enforcement efforts in the parish.
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A mistrial has been declared in the case of a Jeff Davis Parish couple charged with murdering their 13-year-old adopted son in 2023. The case involved allegations that the parents starved the child. The mistrial means the case will likely proceed to a new trial.
Leer másA gas leak in the Town of Melville has prompted authorities to shut down gas service in the affected area. Residents are being asked to avoid the vicinity of 3rd and Lee streets while emergency crews address the situation.
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A Livingston Parish woman was arrested following an investigation into the theft of thousands of dollars from the Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana. The case involves the unlawful taking of retirement benefits belonging to teachers in the state system.
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Two people were arrested following a raid on an alleged methamphetamine laboratory in Ville Platte. The operation was conducted by authorities in this Acadia Parish community.
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The Louisiana Department of Health reports 100 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis throughout Louisiana as of Tuesday. This parasitic infection outbreak requires monitoring and public health response across the state.
Leer másAcadia Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a stolen white Wells Cargo Heavy Haul trailer with DJ equipment. The trailer, which has a flat passenger side tire, contained valuable equipment including Peavey subwoofers, speakers, amplifiers, and other audio gear.
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The Lafayette Police Department is seeking to identify five individuals in connection with a second-degree battery that took place during Festival International. Authorities are asking the public for assistance in locating the suspects involved in the incident.
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