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Two residents of Breaux Bridge were killed in a crash in Arnaudville on July 1, 2026. The victims were identified as Kiemonte Pigott and Darius Haywood. The incident occurred in St. Martin Parish, which is part of the greater Acadiana region.
Leer másA fatal three-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 East near Jennings in Acadia Parish claimed the life of Dana Ortego of Branch. The collision occurred near milepost 67, resulting in at least one fatality in the multi-vehicle incident.
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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's office announced 21 arrests in a statewide Medicaid fraud crackdown, including two women from Acadia Parish. The investigation targeted individuals accused of defrauding the program of thousands of dollars through cases handled by the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit over the past year.
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A fatal three-vehicle crash occurred on Interstate 10 East near milepost 67 in Jennings, claiming the life of 54-year-old Dana Ortego of Branch. Authorities responded to the incident where Ortego's 2022 GMC Canyon was traveling in the left lane behind a Chevrolet Tahoe when traffic slowed due to an object in the roadway.
Leer másTwo Breaux Bridge residents, Kiemonte Pigott, 32, and Darius Haywood, 30, died in a single-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 686 in St. Martin Parish near Moise Mallet Road on July 1. According to preliminary investigation, a 2010 Chevrolet Impala was traveling west when the fatal accident occurred.
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A 10th arrest has been made in a Louisiana child predator operation conducted on June 17-18. Reid Hebert, 34, of Erath, was arrested and charged with Indecent Behavior and Computer Aided Solicitation of a minor. The ongoing undercover operation has resulted in multiple arrests targeting child exploitation offenses.
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A 48-year-old Mississippi man was arrested on I-10 in Lafayette after authorities discovered approximately 12.51 pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop. Keith Williams of Canton, Mississippi faces multiple drug charges following the discovery made Tuesday evening. The bust represents a significant drug seizure for the Lafayette area.
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Authorities are actively searching for a suspect involved in an armed robbery at a Sonic restaurant in Eunice on June 28. The suspect fled the scene with approximately $300 in cash. Law enforcement is asking for the public's assistance in locating the armed robbery suspect.
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A DeQuincy man has been charged with additional rape and child pornography offenses following his June 11 arrest. Charlie S. Miller, 39, allegedly filmed himself abusing a child and has been booked into Calcasieu Correctional Center facing charges of sexual battery and related crimes.
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A shooting occurred in the 200 block of W. Butcher Switch Road in Lafayette early on May 25 at approximately 1:49 a.m. Crime Stoppers are actively seeking suspects in connection with the incident. Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact authorities.
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Two people have been arrested in connection with Medicaid fraud after allegedly submitting false documentation to the state program, according to officials. The arrests are part of ongoing efforts to combat fraudulent claims against Louisiana's Medicaid system.
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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced the results of a major fraud enforcement operation that led to the arrest of 21 people. The operation targets crimes that impact taxpayers across the state. This crackdown represents the state's ongoing effort to combat fraud and protect Louisiana residents.
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A shooting occurred near 10th Street and Jacobs Avenue in Crowley on June 21 at approximately 6:30 p.m., leaving two people injured by gunfire. Police are actively investigating the incident and seeking the suspects responsible. The shooting marks another violent crime in the Acadiana area.
Leer másThe Gueydan Duck Festival is alerting vendors about fraudulent emails circulating that appear to be related to the event. The scam targets individuals involved with the festival, attempting to deceive them through deceptive communications. Residents and vendors are advised to be cautious and verify any official festival communications through legitimate channels.
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A 17-year-old wanted in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping in Lake Charles surrendered to law enforcement following a standoff in Lafayette Parish. Andrew Leblanc is facing additional drug and firearm charges on top of his existing felony warrants for armed robbery and second-degree charges.
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Arrests have been made following a viral social media video showing an alleged beating of an 11-year-old girl in Lafayette. Dakota Rodriguez, 19, was arrested and charged with Simple Battery and Contributing to the Delinquency of Juveniles, while two juveniles were also arrested in connection with the incident. The case drew significant attention after being shared widely on social media platforms.
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A shooting on N. St. Antoine Street in Lafayette left two victims wounded on Wednesday. Both victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment. The incident remains under investigation by authorities.
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A former LSU football player has been arrested in connection with a deadly crash in Baton Rouge that resulted in two fatalities. The arrest follows police investigation into the incident. The case involves a high-profile athlete and highlights serious traffic safety concerns in the region.
Leer másJack Montoucet, the former Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, was sentenced to 27 months in prison on Tuesday after pleading guilty to a bribery scheme earlier this year. The case involved corruption within a state agency responsible for managing Louisiana's wildlife and fisheries resources. Montoucet's conviction highlights ongoing issues with public corruption in state government.
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Former Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Secretary Jack Montoucet has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for his role in a kickback scheme. Montoucet pleaded guilty to a felony count in federal court in March after initially pleading not guilty. The sentencing took place in Lafayette this morning.
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A 33-year-old Baton Rouge man, Evan Graves, was arrested on June 29 in connection with a Louisiana Bureau of Investigation sex crimes against children case. Graves has been charged with Indecent Behavior and Computer Aided Solicitation of a minor. The investigation is ongoing with the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation overseeing the case.
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A man died following a boating incident in Terrebonne Parish over the weekend, with authorities recovering his body from Rice Bayou. The incident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the death.
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Keith Ryan Moss, 29, of Pineville has been arrested and charged with two counts of carnal knowledge of a juvenile and one count of indecent behavior with a juvenile in a Rapides Parish investigation. Detectives believe there may be additional victims in the case and are continuing their investigation.
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The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for 14-year-old Malcolm Taylor of Carencro, who has been missing since June 29. Taylor was last seen wearing a black shirt and black pants. Authorities are asking the public for help locating the teenager.
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