St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for June 2, 2026

Douglas Schladweiler (age 64) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II (2 counts), Obstruction of Justice, Driving Without Headlights, and Off-Road Vehicles on Roadway by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Inmer Aguilar-Mejia (age 48) was booked on the charges of False Imprisonment/Offender Armed With Dangerous, Aggravated Assault, Resisting an Officer, and Resisting an Officer by Refusing to Identify by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Octavio Cardenas (age 41) was booked
on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule I, Possession of Schedule II, Resisting an Officer, and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Timothy Noel (age 32) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Alexis Wise (age 28) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the Mandeville Police Department.

Stanley Aultman (age 44) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jessica Sonnier (age 39) was booked on the charges of Manufacture/Distribution of Schedule II CDS (4 counts), Manufacture/Distribution of Schedule I CDS, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Obstruction of Justice, and Creation or Operation of a Clandestine Lab for CDS by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Robert Lewis (age 65) was booked on the charges of Manufacture/Distribution of Schedule II CDS (4 counts), Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kelvin Rushing (age 57) was booked on the charges of Transactions Involving Proceeds From Drug Offenses, Manufacture/Distribution Schedule II CDS (4 counts), Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Obstruction of Justice, and Creation or Operation of a Clandestine Lab for CDS by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Clifton Daigle (age 59) was booked on the charges of Theft Less Than 1000 and Resisting an Officer by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Michael Brandner (age 50) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the Mandeville Police Department.

Josephine Howe (age 22) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule I by the Louisiana State Police.

Terri Bickham (age 50) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Debroxton Warren (age 47) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jerry Sonnier (age 60) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Creation or Operation of a Clandestine Lab for CDS, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Obstruction of Justice by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Brooke Naquin (age 26) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Toni McGehee (age 58) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Brittany Mooney (age 39) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Shawon Smith (age 50) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Daniel Paulk (age 55) was booked on the charges of Simple Criminal Damage to Property 1000 to under 50000 and Simple Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for June 1-2, 2026

Kourtney Cleveland (age 33 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner/Simple Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond information available.

Levi Holmes (age 27 with Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Assault With a Firearm and Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $25000.00.

Lawrence Bienvenue (age 37 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Failure to Appear (2 counts) and Protective Order Violation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Javor Hurst (age 22 with Greensboro, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule I, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of CDS With Weapon Present by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond information available.

Liana Perrodin (age 26 with Midland, Tx. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court, Theft of a Motor Vehicle 5000-25000, Criminal Damage to Property (2 counts) and Simple Battery With Injury by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $594.00.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Obituary

James Edgar Davis

August 23, 1932 - May 31, 2026

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page. 

Today   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. East wind around 10 mph.

Tonight   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Thursday   Partly sunny, with a high near 84. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Thursday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. East wind around 5 mph.

Friday   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. East wind 5 to 10 mph. .

Friday Night   A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light east in the evening.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for June 1, 2026

Kaleb Barnett (age 23) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Flight From Officer, Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS, and Off-Road Vehicles on Roadway by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Shemka Russell-Brown (age 47) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Covington Police Department.

Winston Dupre (age 53) was booked on the charge of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond and Contempt of Court by Bondsman.

Sade Craig (age 32) was booked on the charge of Failure to Honor Written
Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Terrell Hoffman (age 43) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Matthew Ruiz (age 37) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Rodriguez Yancy (age 36) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tristian Christiano (age 22) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Taurean McClelland (age 43) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts), Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear, and Telephone Communications/Improper Language/Harassment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Holly Holifield (age 35) was booked on the charges of Expired Vehicle Inspection Sticker, Driving Under Suspension, Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Virgil Wilkerson (age 42) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Mason Phillips (age 40) was booked on the charges of Threatening a Public Official, Disturbing the Peace, and Simple Assault by the Pearl River Police Department.

Tomeka Smith (age 40) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tammie Shoemaker (age 57) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court, Possession of Schedule III CDS, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Michael Stodard (age 41) was booked on the charges of Fugitive, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule I, and Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Richard Dantin (age 50) was booked on charge(s) not listed by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Billy Engert (age 36) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Schedule I by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

April Rester (age 59) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts/Schedule IV, Driving While Under Suspension, Driving Left of Center, and Expired MVI Sticker by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Obituary

Dorothy “Dot” Tynes

October 27, 1931 – May 31, 2026

89-Year-Old Kentwood Man Dies After Crash on Hwy 450

Shortly after 2:15 p.m. on June 1, 2026, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L responded to a single-vehicle crash on LA 450, approximately 1 mile north of LA 25, in St. Tammany Parish. The crash ultimately claimed the life of 89-year-old George Cole of Kentwood. 

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2001 Ford F-350 was traveling north on LA 450. For reasons still under investigation, the driver lost control of the vehicle, traveled off the left side of the roadway, and struck a tree.

The driver was properly restrained, sustained minor injuries, and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Cole, who was a passenger in the vehicle, was also properly restrained, sustained moderate injuries, and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. On June 2, 2026, Troop L was notified that Cole succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. Impairment is not suspected; however, routine toxicology samples were obtained and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation. 

Wrong-Way Driver From Kentwood Killed in I-12 Crash

Shortly before 2:00 a.m. on June 1, 2026, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L began investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash on Interstate 12 near milepost 44, just east of LA 3158 in Tangipahoa Parish. The crash claimed the life of 18-year-old Brayden Sanders of Kentwood. 

The preliminary investigation revealed that Sanders was driving a 2007 GMC Sierra eastbound in the westbound lanes of Interstate 12. At the same time, a 2025 Freightliner Cascadia tractor-trailer was traveling westbound in the left lane of Interstate 12. As a result, Sanders collided with the Freightliner head-on. Following the initial impact, the GMC entered the median and overturned.

Sanders, who was unrestrained, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on the scene. The driver of the Freightliner was properly restrained, sustained minor injuries, and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Impairment is suspected to be a factor in this crash, and routine toxicology samples were obtained and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.  

Louisiana State Police reminds motorists that impaired driving continues to be one of the leading causes of serious injury and fatal crashes. Drivers should never operate a vehicle while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or any substance that affects their ability to drive safely. Additionally, all occupants should remain properly restrained at all times, as seat belts remain one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of serious injury or death in a crash.

Tip Leads to Drug Arrests, Removal of Children and Neglected Animals

An anonymous tip on May 19, 2026 led detectives with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Narcotics Unit to a Pearl River-area residence (the 64000 block of Hwy. 3081), where illegal drugs, 9 dogs, 5 cats and two children were located.

Detectives located and seized marijuana intended for distribution and detectives also located 9 dogs and 5 cats, which appeared to be neglected and two small children living in conditions unfit for children.

Detectives contacted the Department of Children & Family Services as well as St. Tammany Parish Animal Control who both responded to the scene. St. Tammany Parish Animal Control took custody of 9 dogs and 5 cats, and the Department of Children & Family Services was contacted in reference to the children.

The two adult residents of the home, 32-year-old Kassi Kandice King and 31-year-old Jeanluc Maser Saucier, were arrested and booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on the charges of L.R.S. 14:93 A1 Cruelty to Juveniles (2 counts), L.R.S. 14:93 A3 Cruelty to Juveniles (2 counts), L.R.S. 14:102.1 Animal Cruelty (14 counts), L.R.S. 40:966AC Possession with the intent to distribute schedule I CDS Marijuana, and L.R.S. 14:91.13 Illegal use of a CDS in the presence of a CDS (2 counts). King was also booked for L.R.S. CCRP:21 Contempt of Court.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Obituary

Keith Brian Barber

December 18, 1962 - May 31, 2026

Obituary

Monique Westbrooks

December 26, 1973 — May 27, 2026

Covington Police Reports Arrest of 22 Child Sex Predators

The Covington Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division, through its Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit, in conjunction with the CPD Special Response Team, the 22nd Judicial District Attorney's Office Special Victims Unit Task Force, and the Office of the Louisiana Attorney General, has arrested 22 individuals since January 2026 who were attempting to meet with children for sexual purposes.

The operation, which remains ongoing, targeted individuals who used computers and social media platforms to solicit, to groom, and exploit minors. Those arrested ranged in age from 20 to 69 years old and came from across Louisiana and Mississippi.  One of those arrested was a registered sex offender at the time of his arrest. The 22 individuals arrested and charged are:

1. Adrien Arabie, 31, Ball, LA: Indecent Behavior with
   Juveniles, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Child Grooming
2. Ralph Seibel, 58, Slidell, LA: Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Child Grooming
3. James Granier, 41, Loranger, LA: Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Attempted Production/Possession of Pornography Involving Juveniles, Resisting an Officer
4. Waylon Byers, 38, Madisonville, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Attempted Production/Possession of Pornography Involving Juveniles, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
5. Emanuel Hill, 20, Covington, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
6. Lewis Peacock, 47, Covington, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Child Grooming
7. Chace Cullen, 41, Baton Rouge, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Attempted Production/Possession of Pornography Involving Juveniles
8. Taylor Tassin, 30, Folsom, LA: 14 Counts of Pornography Involving Children Under the Age of 13, Pornography Involving Juveniles
9. Joseph Bowen, 25, Slidell, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
10. Raymond Keitt, 45, Covington, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
11. Jakoby Pettway, 25, New Orleans, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Attempted Production/Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
12. Joseph Amacker, 38, Pass Christian, MS: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming
13. Jhameil Chambers, 30, Harvey, LA: 2 Counts each of Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Attempted Production/Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
14. Adam Wichers, 41, Diamondhead, MS: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
15. Joshua Stankey, 31, Ponchatoula, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
16. James Howard, 30, Hattiesburg, MS: 3 Counts each of Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Attempted Production/Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
17. Andrew Thibodeaux, 34, Lafayette, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Attempted Production/Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
18. Spencer Walker, 44, Livingston, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Attempted Production/Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Unlawful Use or Access of Social Media
19. Joseph DiBenedetto, 69, Tickfaw, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
20. Gabriel Aysen, 22, Covington, LA: Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles/Child Grooming, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
21. Kolt Alan Johnson, 26, Amite, LA: Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile, Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile/Child Grooming, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor
22. Dustin Fernandez, 35, Covington, LA: Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile, Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile/Child Grooming, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, Attempted Production/Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

The Covington Police Department and the 22nd Judicial District Attorney's Office Special Victims Unit Task Force would like to express sincere gratitude to the following agencies whose partnership and support were instrumental in making these arrests possible:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
• United States Secret Service
• Washington Parish Sheriff's Office
• Franklinton Police Department
• Slidell Police Department
• Office of the Louisiana Attorney General

Chief of Police Michael Ferrell had this to say about the operation: "These arrests are a direct result of the dedication and relentless work of our ICAC investigators, Special Response Team, and our partners at the 22nd JDC District Attorney's Office Special Victims Unit Task Force. Protecting the children of our community is not just a priority for this department, it is a promise. Anyone who thinks they can use the internet as a tool to prey on children in or around Covington will find out quickly that we are watching, and we will come for you. We are not done."

A criminal charge is an accusation. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Sheriff Jason Smith Update on Dog-Dragging Incident

June 1, 2026 Update (See below for previous updates)

May 14, 2026 Update

May 6, 2026 Update

Bringing a Chicken Coop to School?

A school project bringing a chicken coop to campus, hatching and collecting eggs and caring for the hens.

Braud Farms in Tangipahoa Parish

Malcolm Braud has been raising cattle in Tangipahoa Parish for more than 50 years, but the way he sells beef has changed. He now sells most of his meat directly to consumers. 

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page. 

Today   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Tonight   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Wednesday   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

Wednesday Night   Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

Thursday   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. East wind around 10 mph.

Thursday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Obituary

Helen Frances Varnado

July 24, 1943 - May 30, 2026

Obituary

Sherry Smith Bridges

July 12, 1961 - June 1, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 31, 2026

Gavin Bouterie (age 23) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Simple Assault by the  Covington Police Department.

Kylee Sagrera (age 24) was booked on the charges of Disturbing the Peace/Simple Assault and Simple Escape/Aggravated Escape by the Covington Police Department.

Brody Bouterie (age 18) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Simple Assault by the Covington Police Department.

Daven Batiste (age 37) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated/Child Endangerment, Prohibited Acts/Schedule IV, Flight From Officer, Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Persons Under, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Expired License Plate, Open Container in Motor Vehicle, Driving Under Suspension, and Obstruction of Justice by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kayla Williams (age 25) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment, Simple Criminal Damage to Property, and Disturbing the Peace by the Covington Police Department.

Timothy Reimonenq (age 50) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Matilda Ochoa (age 63) was booked on the charges of DWI, Careless Operation, and Driving Under Suspension by the Louisiana State Police.

Dilynn Dexter (age 40) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Amy Danna (age 45) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

John Fitch (age 54) was booked on the charges of Attempted Home Invasion, Domestic Abuse Battery, and Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jordan Rabito (age 41) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Frederick Brooks (age 73) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Simple Obstruction of a Highway of Commerce, Public Intimidation, Open Container in Vehicle, Driving Under Suspension, and Interlock Device Required by the Louisiana State Police.

Vaunne Blossman (age 62) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense) and Careless Operation by the Mandeville Police Department.

Gary Brister (age 47) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the Covington Police Department.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Obituary

Joyce Rose McCain 

August 7, 1935 – May 29, 2026

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 30-31, 2026

Austin Henson (age 29 with Mississippi address) was booked on the charges of Stop Signs and Yield
Signs Violations, Speed Restrictions, Driving Under Suspension, and Driving While Intoxicated by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond information available. 

Brandon Spears (age 40 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Expired rVehicle Registration, Switched License Plates, Driving Under Suspension, No Insurance, and Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Jeffery Jarrell (age 60 with Pine, La. address) was booked on the charge of Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at 11789.00.

Tiffany Wilkerson (age 38 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Careless Operation, No License Plate, No Proof of Insurance, Driving While Intoxicated, and Driving Under Suspension by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond information available.

Jalynn Warren (age 21 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the Washington Parish Government. No bond set at this time.

Gregory Gingell (age 61 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $7500.00.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page. 

Today   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind.

Tonight   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind. 

Tuesday   A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Increasing clouds, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tuesday Night   A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph. .

Wednesday   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

Wednesday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind around 5 mph.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 30, 2026

Jasmine Bordelon (age 27) was booked on the charges of DWI and No Taillights by the Louisiana State Police.

Rony Polizzi (age 33) was booked on the charges of Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, False Personation of a Police Officer, Possession of Schedule III CDS, Failure to Register Vehicle, Proper Equipment Required on Vehicles/Display of Plate, and DWI by the Slidell Police Department.

Donsha Portis (age 46) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Careless Operation, Driving Under Suspension, and Open Container in Vehicle by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Harold Franklin (age 53) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Causeway Bridge Police.

Andre Pounds (age 25) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Skyler Jenkins (age 36) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Blake Preis (age 18) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner by St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Neal Perry (age 57) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Jerry Guild (age 36) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment/Strangulation by the Slidell Police Department.

Kedrick Withrow (age 28) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation by the Slidell Police Department.

PJ Perrin (age 46) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Covington Police Department.

Michael Deroche (age 62) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense) and Open Container in Motor Vehicle by the Causeway Bridge Police.

Johnes Johnson (age 24) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Washington Parish Council Agenda for June 1, 2026

The Washington Parish Council will meet at 5:30 PM on June 1, 2026 in Council Chambers at the Courthouse in Franklinton. The meeting will  be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/mthermonwebtv  On the Agenda are the following:

Suzy Potter: Community Development Manager of The Blood Center.

Susan Russell: Executive Director of Keep Louisiana Beautiful.

ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/DISCUSSION ITEMS

• Resolution No. 26-1492: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Washington Parish President to Execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement Between the Washington Parish Communications District, Washington Parish Government, Washington Parish Sheriff's Office, and the Washington Parish School Board for the Purpose of Public Safety Dispatch Training.

• Resolution No. 26-1493: Adopt a Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 17-802 and Dissolving the Washington Parish Poole's Bluff Nature Park Advisory Council.

• Resolution No. 26-1494: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Washington Parish President to Execute a License Agreement with the Department of the Army for Poole's Bluff.

• Resolution No. 26-1495: Adopt a Resolution by the Washington Parish Council Delegating Signatory Authority to the Washington Parish President for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for Disaster Recovery #4611-0104, the Washington Parish Elevation/Aquisition Project.

• Resolution No. 26-1496: Adopt a Resolution to Declare Surplus and/or Scrap Movable Property and Authorization to Dispose of Same.

• Resolution No. 26-1497: Adopt a Resolution Recognizing Community Blood Donation Efforts During the Semiquincentennial of the United States of America.

• Resolution No. 26-1498: Adopt a Resolution to Appoint Kenneth Martin to the Bogue Lusa Waterworks District Board of Directors.

Following Public Participation, the Council will hear reports from the Parish President and his staff before adjourning 

Obituary

Molly L. Gonzales

August 12, 1949 - May 29, 2026

Obituary

Marsha "Shelly" Brandon

August 19, 1976 - May 30, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 29, 2026

George Brister (age 29) was booked on the charge of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Paul Bolton (age 57) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer, Possession of Schedule I, and Proper Equipment Required on Vehicles/Display of Plate by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

David Hadley (age 49) was booked on the charges of DWI and Improper Lane Use by the Louisiana State Police.

Winston Phipps (age 58) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer,
Driving Under Suspension, Expired License Plate, No Insurance, and Expired Vehicle Inspection Sticker by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Stephanie Atkins (age 56) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Improper Turn by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tamisha Morin (age 45) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Schedule I, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Violations of Registration Provisions, Driving Under Suspension, and No Insurance by the Slidell Police Department.

Donald Sylvas (age 60) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II by the Slidell Police Department.

Jayson Price (age 42) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Careless Operation, and Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence by the Slidell Police Department.

Isaiah Alexander (age 27) was booked on the charge of Possession of Firearm or Carrying Concealed Weapon by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Bradley Laurircella (age 54) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Assault With Firearm and Illegal Use of Weapons by the Mandeville Police Department.

Earl Lingo (age 52) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule I and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Meilea Ordone (age 19) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Criminal Damage, Illegal Use of Weapons, Illegal Carrying of Weapons, Manufacture/Distribution of Schedule I CDS (2 counts), Manufacture/Distribution of Schedule II CDS (2 counts), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule II CDS by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

David Behrens (age 36) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Nikolis Kirk (age 34) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Ivan Bermudez (age 41) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Ashley Reeves (age 41) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Leann Simon (age 40) was booked on the charge of Second Degree Cruelty to Juveniles by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Javon Brown (age 28) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Shaun McDermott (age 52) was booked on the charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (2nd Offense) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Steven Domengeaux (age 59) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), General Speed Law, Careless Operation, and Expired Vehicle Inspection Sticker by the Louisiana State Police.

Raphael Duncan (age 37) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Covington Police Department.

Bogalusa Man Arrested in April, 2026 Fatal Crash

Louisiana State Police Troopers have continued to investigate a fatal crash that occurred on April 27, 2026, when the driver refused to stop for a traffic violation and fled from the Bogalusa Police Department. The passenger, 16-year-old Destiny M. Matran, was killed in the crash, and the driver, 19-year-old Daniel Allen Teoulet of Bogalusa, was seriously injured.  

On April 27, 2026, at 9:30 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L were requested by the Bogalusa Police Department to investigate a single-vehicle crash on West 9th Street and Avenue G. The preliminary investigation revealed that officers with the Bogalusa Police Department attempted to stop a 2004 Nissan 350Z for a traffic violation. The driver of the Nissan refused to stop, and a pursuit ensued. While fleeing from officers, the Nissan exited the roadway and struck a utility pole. 

The investigation revealed that Teoulet’s actions, while attempting to evade law enforcement, directly contributed to Matran’s death. Based on these findings, LSP Troopers obtained an arrest warrant for Teoulet through the 22nd Judicial District Court for: Manslaughter, Aggravated Flight From an Officer, Reckless Operation of a Vehicle, No Seatbelt, and multiple traffic violations.

On Friday, May 29, 2026, Teoulet was taken into custody and booked into the Washington Parish Jail on his warrant. This crash remains under investigation.

Obituary

Michael Jeffrey Jones

January 12, 1956 - May 29, 2026

Obituary

Joyce M. Herrin

July 17, 1929 - May 30, 2026

Obituary

Elbert "Anthony" Rick

October 31, 1954 - May 29, 2026

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page. 

Today   Partly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind.

Tonight   Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. Calm wind.

Monday   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 2pm and 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 106. Calm wind.

Monday Night   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 7pm. Patchy fog after 5am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 73. Calm wind.

Tuesday   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Patchy fog before 7am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph.

Tuesday Night   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph after midnight.

Obituary

Gerald "Jerry" Strug

April 26, 2028 - May 24, 2026

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Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 28-29, 2026

Cedric Bolds (age 27 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Agency not listed. No bond set at this time.

Nicole Sonnier (age 43 with Brookhaven, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, and Possession of Schedule III Drugs by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Kameron Casterline (age 23 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Aggravated Second Degree Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Steven Glover (age 44 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II Drugs and Vehicle Registration Expired by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Mason Buff (age 32 with Bay City, Tx. address) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office and on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, Driving Under Suspension, and No Proof of Insurance by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Daniel Teoulet (age 19 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Flight From An Officer, Manslaughter, Proper Equipment Required, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Stop Signs and Yield Signs Violations, Driving Left of Center/Wrong Side of Highway, No Seat Belt, Ran Red Light, and No Passing Zones by the Louisiana State Police and on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $203000.00.

Chance Luke (age 28 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Child Restraint Violation (2 counts), No License Plate, and Possession of CDS In Presence of Juvenile (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Kerrie Morris (age 64 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Obstructing Public Passage(s) and Prohibited Acts/Schedule II by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page. 

Today   A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph. .

Tonight   Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind.

Sunday   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind.

Sunday Night   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Patchy fog after 5am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind. 

Monday   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4pm. Patchy fog before 7am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind.

Monday Night   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind.

This Week in Louisiana Agriculture

Louisiana farmers continue to feel the ripple effects of a tough start to 2026 (late freezes, drought, rising costs and storm damage), a closer look at mental health in agriculture during Mental Health Awareness Month, a sit-down with Congresswoman Julia Letlow, a trip to Tangipahoa Parish to visit with Braud Farms, who are selling beef directly to consumers, and much more!

Silver Creek Campground Grand Opening is June 6th

Learn more and all the latest at https://www.facebook.com/silvercreekcamp

Summer Reading Program: Lot's To Do At The Library

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 28, 2026

Russell Garland (age 33) was booked on the charge of Driving Under Suspension by the Covington Police Department.

Jennifer Alphonse (age 49) was booked on the charges of DWI, Possession of Schedule II, and Driving Left of Center by the Slidell Police Department.

Mark Hunt (age 32) was booked on the charge of Possession of Contraband in a Penal Facility by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Dewayne Vasquez (age 43) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Sarah Gowin-LeBlanc (age 39) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Michael Witt (age 28) was booked on the charges of Hit and Run, Driver Must Be Licensed, and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.

Hector Rodriguez (age 27) was booked on the charges of Improper Turn, Driver Must Be Licensed, and Unlawful Entry or Reentry Into the State of Louisiana by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kevin Pehm (age 44) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Calob Brady (age 21) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule I and Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule I by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Cristian Marin-Leiva (age 19) was booked on the charge of Unlawful Entry or Reentry Into the State of Louisiana by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Ady Delarca-Reyes (age 36) was booked on the charges of Unlawful Entry or Reentry Into the State of Louisiana, Simple Obstruction of a Highway of Commerce, and Turning Improper at Intersection by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Lathun Cowart (age 22) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Aleyda Torres-Andino (age 42) was booked on the charges of No Safety Belts and Unlawful Entry or Reentry Into the State of Louisiana by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Andy Hernandez (age 19) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Simple Obstruction of a Highway of Commerce by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dannelle Miner (age 22) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***

Slidell Man Found Guilty of Weapons and Drug Offenses

District Attorney J. Collin Sims reports that on May 28, 2026, a St. Tammany Parish jury found 52-year-old Earl James Lingo of Slidell, Louisiana, guilty on multiple felony drug and firearm convictions. Following a trial presided over by the Honorable Judge Alan M. Black, Lingo was officially convicted of:

• 9 counts of illegal possession of a weapon while in possession of a controlled dangerous substance (to wit, methamphetamine);
• 1 count of illegal possession of methamphetamine (between 2 and 28 grams);
• 1 count of illegal possession of psilocybin; and
• 1 count of illegal possession of suboxone.

Following the verdict, Judge Black remanded Lingo to the custody of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office. Sentencing has been formally scheduled for June 15, 2026.

The convictions are the result of an August 2, 2023, operation conducted by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division at Lingo’s trailer residence in Slidell. Detectives initially conducted a "knock and talk" at the home following reports of methamphetamine distribution. Upon securing and executing a search warrant, authorities uncovered narcotics scattered throughout the home and a massive cache of weapons - including shotguns, rifles, and handguns.

During closing arguments, Assistant District Attorney Matthew Whitworth emphasized the lethal volatility of combining narcotics with such an extensive arsenal. "It's a crime to possess magic mushrooms at the same time you possess guns," ADA Whitworth told the jury. "The level of possession of dangerous drugs and all those weapons is a problem."

Despite having previously claimed ownership of the firearms and a locked safe containing methamphetamine during his post-Miranda interview, Lingo took the stand during trial to deny knowledge of the illegal contraband. Assistant District Attorney Luke Lancaster strictly rebuked the defendant's sudden pivot, forcefully addressing the jury about the deception.

"For him to suggest to all of you that he had no knowledge of the drugs in his house is asinine, and you all should be insulted," ADA Lancaster stated in his closing remarks. "Suggesting these officers would put their entire careers on the line for Earl Lingo...does that make any sense? No. Earl Lingo got up there and lied to you the entire time. He blatantly lied - so you can disregard his entire testimony."

Following the guilty verdicts, District Attorney Collin Sims commended his trial team and the responding deputies for their commitment to holding armed drug offenders accountable. "When you flood a home with high-powered weapons and illicit, mind-altering narcotics, you create an incredibly dangerous environment for our communities and our responding law enforcement officers," DA Sims said. "The jury saw straight through the defendant’s desperate fabrications on the witness stand. I am proud of ADAs Lancaster and Whitworth for their exceptional work in securing this conviction, and we extend our gratitude to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office for their thorough and diligent investigation."

Lingo will remain held without bond at the St. Tammany Parish Jail until his June 15 sentencing hearing.

Obituary

Johnny Slocum

February 4, 1962 - May 17, 2026

Obituary

Floyd Delano Pitzer

August 9, 1945 - May 27, 2026

Obituary

Maryjo Brittell

December 28, 1988 — May 8, 2026

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page. 

Today   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. 

Tonight   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Calm wind. 

Saturday   Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Saturday Night   Patchy fog after 5am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind.

Sunday   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind.

Sunday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind.

Franklinton Man Dies in Crash Near Kentwood

Shortly after 7:30 a.m. on May 28, 2026, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L began investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash on LA 1057 near Milburn Grace Road in Tangipahoa Parish. The crash claimed the life of 43-year-old Jerome Warren of Franklinton.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2007 Chevrolet Impala, driven by Warren, was traveling east on LA 1057. For reasons still under investigation, the Chevrolet traveled off the right side of the road. As a result, Warren overcorrected and traveled back across the road and into the westbound lane of LA 1057. The right side of the Chevrolet then struck a 2021 Western Star tractor-trailer traveling west on LA 1057. After impact, both vehicles left the roadway and entered the tree line.

Warren was unrestrained, sustained fatal injuries, and was pronounced deceased on the scene. The driver of the tractor-trailer was properly restrained and was uninjured. Impairment is not suspected; however, routine toxicology samples were obtained and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.  

Troopers wish to remind motorists that seat belts remain one of the most effective ways to reduce serious injuries and fatalities in crashes. Drivers should also remain attentive behind the wheel and avoid distractions that can lead to dangerous situations on the roadway. Making safe and responsible decisions while driving can help save lives.

Franklinton Man Found Guilty of Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration Requirements

District Attorney J. Collin Sims announces that today, a Washington Parish jury found 37-year-old Glenn Everitt Burton of Franklinton, Louisiana, guilty as charged of one count of Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration Requirements. The trial was held before the Honorable Judge Alan A. Zaunbrecher. Assistant District Attorneys LeAnne Malnar and Kristen Landrieu prosecuted the case on behalf of the state, which followed a thorough investigation conducted by the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Burton is a classified Tier 1 sex offender following a November 2012 conviction for Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile. Under Louisiana state law, this classification requires Burton to maintain annual registration with local law enforcement to ensure community awareness and public safety. Evidence presented during the trial established that Burton last fulfilled his registration requirements on November 8, 2021. At that time, he reviewed and signed an official sex offender registration form acknowledging his absolute duty to return for his next scheduled registration. Despite having signed documentation explicitly warning him of his upcoming compliance window, Burton failed to report for his scheduled registration date. By August of 2023, after Burton had remained completely non-compliant for over nine months, a Detective with the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office secured a warrant for his arrest.

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During closing arguments, ADA Landrieu addressed the timeline of the defendant's non-compliance, emphasizing the distinction between an administrative oversight and deliberate evasion.

"Is it possible for a computer to crash or an officer to make a mistake? Absolutely," ADA Landrieu told the jury. "But is it reasonable for those two things to happen for a year and a half? No. Anything can be theoretically possible, but you, as jurors, have to decide what is reasonable."

ADA Malnar reinforced the critical public safety framework underpinning the state's registration laws in her closing remarks. “To say not guilty, you are saying every sex offender can ignore the law and duty to ensure the safety and welfare of our community," ADA Malnar stated. "To say guilty, you're holding every single one of them accountable, especially Glenn Burton."

Following the swift guilty verdict, DA Sims commended the trial team and local law enforcement for their dedication to maintaining systemic accountability.

"Our sex offender registration laws exist for a singular, vital purpose: protecting the families and children of our communities," DA Sims said. "When individuals choose to actively bypass these mandates, they compromise public safety and undermine the law. I want to commend the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office for their diligent investigative work, and our Assistant District Attorneys for ensuring that accountability was upheld today. We will continue to aggressively prosecute those who ignore their legal obligations to this community."

Judge Zaunbrecher has scheduled sentencing for June 15, 2026.

Obituary

Sharmon Jane Burke Kennedy

August 7, 1952 - May 27, 2026

Benjamin Holmes of Bogalusa Sentenced to 20 Years

United States Attorney David I. Courcelle announced that on May 13, 2026, BENJAMIN HOLMES, (“HOLMES”) a Bogalusa resident, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Sarah Vance to 240 months imprisonment followed by four years of supervised release.

This sentence came after HOLMES was found guilty by a jury last year, of 

• one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute more than 40 grams of fentanyl and 
• one count of possession with intent to distribute more than 40 grams of fentanyl and an amount of marijuana, and 
• one count of possession of firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, being a convicted felon in possession of firearms, and 
• one count of maintaining a drug-involved premises

According to the evidence at trial, HOLMES utilized his Bogalusa residence to store illegal narcotics, including fentanyl and marijuana, and firearms, in addition to working with others at this location to sell fentanyl and marijuana. During a September 2023 search of this residence, law enforcement officials seized four firearms and over 300 grams of fentanyl. 

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The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration, Louisiana State Police, and the Bogalusa Police Department. Assistant United States Attorneys Stuart Theriot and Lynn E. Schiffman, both of the Narcotics Unit, were in charge of the prosecution.

This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN).

Shooting in Hammond Followed Taser Attack

On Wednesday (May 27, 2026), the Hammond Police Department responded to a reported shooting on Perry Lane and officers located a male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the chest. Officers rendered aid until Acadian Ambulance Services arrived. The victim was transported to North Oaks Medical Center and is currently listed in stable but critical condition.

Witnesses identified the suspect as 37-year-old Kemlyn Lomas of Gonzales, who had left the scene. While detectives were investigating the incident, Lomas arrived at the Hammond Police Department to turn herself in. After being advised of her Miranda rights, Lomas agreed to speak with detectives. 

Lomas stated that she confronted the victim at a residence on Perry Lane believing he was there with another woman. During the confrontation, Lomas stated a physical altercation occurred and she deployed a Taser on the victim. Lomas stated she then retrieved a firearm from her vehicle and during a struggle over the firearm, it discharged, striking the victim in the chest.

Kemlyn Lomas was charged with one count of Attempted Manslaughter, one count of Illegal Use of a Weapon, and one count of Aggravated Battery with a Dangerous Weapon.

*Suspect pictured is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.*