June 05, 2026

This Week in Louisiana Agriculture

From shrimp boats sitting at the dock to students growing food for their entire school district, this week’s TWILA is packed with stories from every corner of the Boot. Watch this week’s episode of This Week in Louisiana Agriculture for these stories and more. 

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for June 4, 2026

Dylan Brooks (age 53) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.

Desmond Burkett (age 50) was booked on the charge of Unlawful Presence of a Sex Offender by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dandre Hart (age 29) was booked on the charges of Theft Over 25000, Bank Fraud, and Monetary Instrument Abuse by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jeremy Wilson (age 36) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Parole
Violation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kurt Baggs (age 63) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

John Rhinehart (age 39) was booked on the charges of Theft Over $25000 nd Residential Contractor Fraud Over $25000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Shawn Miller (age 28) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Burglary/Battery, Theft of a Firearm, and Possession of Firearm or Carrying Concealed Weapon by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kayla Doyle (age 40) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Prohibited Acts/Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Open Container in Vehicle by the Slidell Police Department.

Kayla Hamilton (age 35) was booked on the charges of Manufacture/Distribution Schedule II CDS, Possession of Schedule II, Transactions Involving Proceeds From Drug Offenses, and Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Jeremy Babb (age 41) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II (2 counts) and Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Jamie Harris (age 31) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Peyton Riley (age 19) was booked on charge(s) not listed by Probation and Parole.

Christopher Roberts (age 25) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Gerald Cousin (age 23) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jose Wilson-Romero (age 27) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Aaron Kellar (age 42) was booked on the charges of Improper Lane Use, Driving Under Suspension, Possession of Schedule II, and Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Travis Barras (age 36) was booked on the charges of Driving Under Suspension, Resisting an Officer, Careless Operation, Improper Lane Use, Criminal Sanctions for Operating a Motor Vehicle Not Covered, Open Container in Vehicle, and Cracked Windshield by the Covington Police Department.

Meghan Fricke (age 33) was booked on the charges of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear and Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Theard Robertson (age 70) was booked on the charges of Riding on Roadways and Bicycle Paths, Possession of Schedule II, Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Larissa Achord (age 34) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Firearm or Carrying Concealed Weapon, and Illegal Carrying of Weapon by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Arnold Heron (age 51) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, No Taillights, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, and Possession of Firearm or Concealed Weapon by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Obituary

Martha Ann Fairburn

March 25, 1952 — May 27, 2026

Obituary

Mellissa Ann Loftin

August 23, 1973 ~ May 29, 2026

Obituary

Kenneth M. Bailey, Sr. 

January 1, 1950 – June 3, 2026

Obituary

Tharazun Letitia Armon 

November 20, 1993 – May 26, 2026

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for June 4, 2026

William Foster (age 69 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Brake Lights and Turn Signal Required/Two, Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule I/Principle, Transactions Involving Proceeds From Drug Offenses, Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm, Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, and Drug Free Zone Violation by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Devante Burris (age 31 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, Obstruction of Justice, and Possession of Marijuana by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Tosha Watkins (age 40 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole. No bond set at this time.

Ashley Brooks (age 39 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Austin Pierre (age 27 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule II and Introduction of Contraband to Correctional Facility 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 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. East wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East wind 5 to 10 mph. 
Saturday   A 90 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 84. East wind around 5 mph. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Saturday Night   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 
Sunday   A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 87. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the morning. 
Sunday Night   A 60 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms likely before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

June 04, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for June 3, 2026

Craig Cochrane (age 68) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.

Brittany Young (age 45) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule III CDS and Improper Turn by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Terry Fuller (age 45) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts/Schedule III and Improper Turn by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Denise Cavenaugh (age 38) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Shannon King (age 62) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Two Headlights Required by the Covington Police Department.

Casey Robertson (age 37) was booked on the charges of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond and Contempt of Court (2 counts) by Bondsman.

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

Leslie Cochrane (age 74) was booked on the charge of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Phillip Tallia (age 22) was booked on the charges of Driving While Under Suspension, Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, Open Container in Motor Vehicle, Careless Operation, and Driving Without License by the Slidell Police Department.

Dustin Barraco (age 36) was booked on the charges of Expired Vehicle Inspection Sticker, Switched Plates, Expired License Plate, Criminal Sanctions for Operating Motor Vehicle Not Covered, and Possession of Schedule II by the Slidell Police Department.

Philip Lavigne (age 42) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Jessica Lingoni (age 35) was booked on the charge of Unauthorized Entry of an Inhabited Dwelling by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Pablo Araya (age 39) was booked on charge(s) not listed by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Eugena Morris (age 31) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jamal Williams (age 45) was booked on the charge of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond by Bondsman.

Robert Wright (age 43) was booked on the charge of Theft by the Slidell Police Department.

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

Obituary

Harold Stokes

January 18, 1944 - June 3, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith Arrested/Issues Statement

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith was arrested today (Thursday, June 4, 2026) following an investigation into an incident that occurred last Friday (May 29, 2026) at a Madisonville-area restaurant. Following an investigation into the incident, the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office issued warrants Thursday (June 4, 2026) for the sheriff’s arrest on one count of second-degree battery and two counts of disturbing the peace.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill stated in a press release that "My office was asked to conduct an investigation into this matter. After the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation conducted a thorough investigation, charges were filed against St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith". The press release also states that Sheriff Smith  turned himself in at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail this afternoon (June 4, 2026), alongside his attorney, that his total bond amount is $10,000, and that the investigation is ongoing.

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

Click here to read the Arrest Warrant and the Affidavit for Arrest Warrant

At this time, Sheriff Smith remains the duly elected Sheriff of St. Tammany Parish.

Sheriff Smith has issued the following statement regarding this matter:

"I would like to begin by publicly expressing a heartfelt apology to the citizens of St. Tammany Parish; the dedicated men and women of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office; the owners, staff and patrons of Young’s Steakhouse; and anyone else affected by this incident. To my family, and especially my wife, Adele, I apologize for the stress and burden caused to them by this situation.

As an elected public official and as a lifelong public servant, I fully understand and accept the fact that with this position comes not only great responsibility but also heightened public scrutiny. I understand and respect that the actions I take as Sheriff are open to examination, question and criticism. I accepted this fact when I put on the badge, and I know that it is one of the unfortunate aspects of public service. All law enforcement officers know and accept this, as they also know and accept the daily threat to their personal safety. It comes with the job.

Another unfortunate aspect of public service is the effect such public scrutiny and criticism can have on one’s family. This too, is accepted and endured by the family…to an extent.

For the past ten years I have ignored hundreds of personal attacks directed at me by an individual who hides behind a computer screen. His actions were direct and intentional. As Sheriff, I have ignored the attacks, threats and lies directed at me. As a husband and father, the continued and worsening public harassment of my wife, the false statements against her and the body shaming of her are not only despicable, but unacceptable. Seeing the frustration and pain caused to your wife and family is something much harder to ignore.

In closing, I would like to thank our friends, family and the many citizens of St. Tammany Parish who have reached out with prayers, encouragement and support during this difficult time. Your kindness and compassion means more to my family than words can adequately express. To the men and women of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, keep your heads up and continue to perform the excellent work you always do.

As I continue through this, I want to make a few things very clear. Actions have consequences. I will fully address my actions through the legal process. While doing so, I remain committed serving the citizens of St. Tammany Parish as your elected Sheriff."

Respectfully,

Sheriff Randy C. Smith


Obituary

James Randall "Randy" Stafford

October 28, 1947 - June 3, 2026

Obituary

Betty Ann Brown

July 9, 1958 — May 28, 2026

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for June 3, 2026

Stacie Starns (age 41 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated, Resisting an Officer, Vehicle Registration Expired, and Improper Equipment by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond information not available.

Katie Anthony (age 39 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Improper Equipment, No License Plate, No Drivers License, and Driving While Intoxicated by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $2500.00.

Anastashia Knight (age 30 with Covington, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond information not available.

Tabitha Athey (age 47 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated, Driving Left of Center/Wrong Side of Highway, and Failure to Change/Secure Registration by the Louisiana State Police. No Bond set at this time.

Jewelena Hillstrom (age 38 with Kentwood, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Darrin Busby (age 55 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court, Careless Operation With Accident, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (3rd + Offense), Driving With Suspended License Due to Previous DWI or Other, and Driving While Intoxicated by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

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

Obituary

Sharon Nannette "Shay" Hartzog

October 24, 1961 — May 31, 2026

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days















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

Today   Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight   Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday   A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 84. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Friday Night   A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low around 71. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Saturday   A 90 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 83. Southeast wind around 5 mph. 
Saturday Night   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

June 03, 2026

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.

June 02, 2026

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.

June 01, 2026

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.

May 31, 2026

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.

May 30, 2026

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***