Slidell Police and NOPD Make Major Fentanyl Seizure

During this summer, Slidell Police Narcotics Detectives developed information concerning the
trafficking of illegal narcotics, specifically fentanyl, from the New Orleans area into Slidell and St. Tammany Parish.

The investigation led Slidell PD Narcotics Detectives to identify 41-year-old Dominick Curry of New Orleans, as a suspected narcotics trafficker involved in supplying fentanyl destined for St. Tammany Parish. Ultimately, detectives were able to obtain an arrest warrant for Curry for Conspiracy to Distribute Fentanyl.

Slidell PD Narcotics Detectives continued the investigation into New Orleans, working alongside the New Orleans Police Department Third District Investigations Unit. 

In early September, Curry was located and taken into custody. A search warrant of Curry's New Orleans residence was executed, which resulted in investigators locating and seizing:

• 1.7 pounds of suspected fentanyl
• 321 grams of suspected methamphetamine
• 200 grams of suspected marijuana
• 14 grams of suspected methadone
• Drug paraphernalia
• One firearm

Curry now faces multiple narcotics charges in both New Orleans and St. Tammany Parish as a result of the investigation.

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

Slidell Police Narcotics Detectives will continue following these investigations wherever they lead and working with law enforcement partners to disrupt the flow of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs into Slidell and St. Tammany Parish. 

Obituary

Judy Kay Smith

December 16, 1952 - September 26, 2026

Obituary

Col. Richard Clinton Cloy

January 29, 1938 - September 26, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 29, 2026

Albert Andrews (age 33) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jobe Jenkins (age 36) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer, Maximum Speed Limit, and Driving Under Suspension by the Louisiana State Police.

Melissa Jones (age 30) was booked on the charge of Simple Criminal Damage Less Than 1000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Adrian Bodnar (age 36) was booked on the charge of Entry on or Remaining in
Places or on Land After Being Forbidden by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Edward Sutton (age 51) was booked on the charges of Violation of Protection Order (2 counts) and Cyberstalking by the Covington Police Department.

Courtney Collins (age 45) was booked on the charge of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Michael Kelley (age 63) was booked on the charges of Second Degree Rape and Aggravated Crime Against Nature by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Sanchez Walls (age 25) was booked on the charges of Battery of a Dating Partner, Obstruction of Justice, and Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS by the Covington Police Department.

Anya Owens (age 22) was booked on the charges of Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, No Taillights, Driver Must Be Licensed, Resisting an Officer, and Flight From Officer by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kiatasha Gums (age 37) was booked on the charge of Theft Prior Convictions by the Slidell Police Department.

Ja'kayla Calloway (age 20) was booked on the charge of Theft by the Slidell Police Department.

Cheryl Boykin (age 60) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Improper Lane Use, Driving Under Suspension, Criminal Sanctions for Operating Motor Vehicle Not Covered, and Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Steven Dooley (age 45) was booked on the charge of Simple Escape/Aggravated Escape by the Slidell Police Department.

Johnnie Briggs (age 56) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, No Tag Displayed, Proper Equipment Required on Vehicles/Display of Plate, Improper Turn, Driving Under Suspension, Drug Paraphernalia, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear (2 counts) by the Slidell Police Department.

Cedric Griffin (age 54) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Ryan Skarda (age 27) was booked on the charges of Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness, Battery of a Police Officer, Disturbing the Peace/Violent and Tumultuous Manner, Battery of Emergency Room Services Personnel, and Resisting an Officer by the Pearl River Police Department.

Anthony Hunt (age 57) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts/Schedule II Penalties, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Robert Johnson (age 40) was booked on charge(s) not listed by the Covington Police Department.

Courtney Ables (age 46) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.

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

Brandon Gray (age 37) was booked on the charge of Simple Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Catreana Laurent (age 53) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Schedule IV, Possession of Schedule I, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for September 29, 2026

Benjamin Thomas (age 53 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of
Marijuana (3rd Offense), Contempt of Court, Cruelty to a Juvenile(s), and Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Darrin Busby (age 55 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In From Court.

Alan Alexander (age 32 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse/Child Endangerment by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Jackie Maynor (age 51 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Edrica Taylor (age 44 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Careless Operation, Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, and Possession of Schedule I Drugs 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   Sunny, with a high near 92. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the morning.

Tonight   Mostly clear, with a low around 70. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light east after midnight.

Thursday   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. East wind 5 to 15 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Thursday Night   A 60 percent chance of showers, mainly before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light after midnight. 

Friday   A 90 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 90. East wind 5 to 10 mph. 

Friday Night   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 28, 2026

Jessica Brown (age 33) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the  Covington Police Department.

Devario Thorton (age 34) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Lacey Dufrene (age 41) was booked on the charge of Theft of Motor Vehicle 5000-25000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Francisco Desusus (age 29) was booked on the charges of DWI and Maximum Speed Limit by the Louisiana State Police.

Yile Wang (age 24) was booked on the charge of Identity Theft by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Josette Autry (age 51) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jimmie Reamey (age 44) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dominick Curry (age 41) was booked on the charges of Attempt and Conspiracy by the Slidell Police Department.

Antoine Jackson (age 45) was booked on the charges of Simple Burglary (2 counts), Attempted Simple Burglary, Possession of Schedule II, and Possession of Schedule I by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Kurt Faulk (age 45) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Irvin Shuttleworth (age 67) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Improper Lane Use by the Causeway Bridge Police.

Shandrekia Simpson (age 40) was booked on the charges of Identity Theft Over 1000/Victim Over 60, Bank Fraud, Forgery, and Money Laundering 3000-20000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Shelby Price (age 31) was booked on the charge of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond by Bondsman.

Stanley Moore (age 19) was booked on the charge of Simple Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Johnnie Arthur (age 34) was booked on the charges of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear, Possession of Schedule II, and Schedules of Controlled Dangerous Substances by the Pearl River Police Department.

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

Three Young People Killed in Tangipahoa Parish Crash

On September 28, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L
responded to a single-vehicle crash on the on-ramp to Interstate 55 northbound from US Highway 51 in Tangipahoa Parish. The crash claimed the lives of three male occupants: the 21-year-old driver from Hammond, the 20-year-old front-seat passenger from Slidell, and the 19-year-old rear-middle-seat passenger from New Orleans.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2017 Honda Accord was traveling north on US Highway 51 at a high rate of speed. For reasons still under investigation, the Honda traveled off the roadway to the left and struck a concrete support column of the elevated portion of Interstate 55.

The driver, who was properly restrained, died at the scene. The front-seat passenger, who was unrestrained, died at the scene. The rear passenger, who was properly restrained, sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he later died.

As part of the ongoing investigation, routine toxicology samples were collected for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Troopers want to remind the public that although not all crashes are survivable, wearing a seat belt drastically decreases your chance of injury or death during a crash. It is crucial to remember that speeding decreases reaction time, increases stopping distance, heightens the risk of losing control of your vehicle, and reduces the effectiveness of safety devices in the event of a crash. Taking simple precautions, such as wearing a seatbelt, following all traffic laws, and adhering to speed limits, increases safety on the road.

Obituary

Collin Owen Sorrell

December 21, 1971 – September 25, 2026

Obituary

Rena Mae Thomas Turnage 

April 24, 1933 — September 28, 2026

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for September 27, 2026

Bryan Baham (age 47 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Failure to Register as
Sex Offender by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Conner Magee (age 19 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Jessica Jarrell (age 37 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Probation Violation by the Bogalusa Police Department and on the charges of Failure to Appear (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Purvis Provost (age 40 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In From Court.

Alvin Carter (age 37 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In For Court.

Jay Langlois (age 61 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Aggravated Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

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

Hammond Officer Arrested in Domestic Violence Investigation

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office reports that 28-year-old Corey Bergeron, a Hammond Police
Officer, was arrested Monday (September 28, 2026) morning at the Tangipahoa Parish Courthouse following at least two domestic violence incidents. Bergerron was booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Jail on one count each of Battery on a Dating Partner with Strangulation (felony) and Battery on a Dating Partner. His bond was set at $50,000.

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

On September 24, 2026, a woman came into the TPSO Victims Unit to report having been involved in an altercation earlier that morning with Bergeron at his home in the Robert area. During the investigation, evidence related to at least one prior incident involving the same victim was obtained. Warrants were then issued for Bergeron’s arrest and efforts to locate him began immediately. 

This investigation is ongoing and additional investigations are actively underway involving other potential victims.

All inquiries regarding Bergeron’s status with the Hammond Police Department should be directed to that agency.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 27, 2026

Matthew Boucree (age 42) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense) and Ignore Traffic Signal by the Louisiana State Police.

Justin Sharp (age 45) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.

Gustavo Lozano (age 38) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Careless Operation by the Mandeville Police Department.

Caleb Antone (age 42) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and Possession of Schedule I by the Mandeville Police Department.

Corey Himes (age 36) was booked on the charges of Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Driving Under Suspension by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Linda Wheat (age 56) was booked on the charges of Simple Kidnapping and Violation of Protection Order by the Covington Police Department.

Angela Brockhoeft (age 41) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Improper Lane Use by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dalton Taylor (age 34) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (4 th Offense), Hit and Run, and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.

Peter Ricca (age 33) was booked on the charges of Unauthorized Entry of an Inhabited Dwelling, Simple Criminal Damage to Property, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

John Warner (age 50) was booked on the charges of Criminal Mischief/Depriving Use or Access to Property and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jesse Armstrong (age 41) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment and Domestic Abuse Battery/Dangerous Weapon by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Alvin Lewis (age 33) was booked on the charges of Attempted and Simple Burglary by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Christy Adams (age 44) was booked on charge(s) not listed by the Covington Police Department.

***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   Sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph.

Tonight   Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Wednesday   Sunny, with a high near 92. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the morning.

Wednesday Night   Mostly clear, with a low around 69. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Thursday   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 91. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph.

Thursday Night   A 10 percent chance of thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. 

Tropical Disturbances Today

Of the two disturbances in the tropics, neither are a threat to our area

Disturbance 1. Tropical Storm Hanna is located about 1085 miles ENE of Bermuda and moving ESE at 15 MPH with maximum sustained winds of 45 MPH. Hanna is forecast to turn ENE by the latter part of this week and become a post-tropical cyclone. There are no hazards affecting land and of no threat to our area.

Disturbance 2. Tropical Storm Fay is located about 1465 miles WSW of the Azores and moving SW at 13 MPH with maximum sustained winds of 40 MPH. Some weakening is expected during the next day or so, and Fay is forecast to become a post-tropical cyclone within 36 hours. There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect and of threat to our area.

Obituary

Arthur Ray Tate

February 27, 1948 — September 10, 2026

Tropical Disturbances Today

Disturbance 1. Central Subtropical Atlantic (AL91): An area of low pressure is located well to the east-northeast of Bermuda. This system is likely to become a tropical depression or storm over the next day or two as it turns east-southeastward and slows down over the central Subtropical Atlantic. Environmental conditions are expected to become unfavorable for further development later this week. Formation chance through 48 hours...high...70 percent and formation chance through 7 days...high...80 percent.

Disturbance 2. Tropical Depression Fay is located about 1210 miles WSW of the Azores and moving SSW at 7 MPH with 35 MPH maximum sustained winds. A turn to the southwest and then to the west-southwest is expected over the next 48 hours and with little change in strength. There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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

Today   Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Tonight   Clear, with a low around 65. Calm wind.

Tuesday   Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.

Tuesday Night   Mostly clear, with a low around 66. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Wednesday   Sunny, with a high near 91. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.

Wednesday Night   Mostly clear, with a low around 70. East wind 5 to 15 mph.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 26, 2026

Carlos Ibarra (age 48) was booked on the charges of Threatening a Public Official, Failure to Stop/Yield, No Insurance, Maximum Speed Limit, and Improper Lane Use by the Pearl River Police Department.

Thomas Moser (age 37) was booked on the charges of DWI and Parking in Spaces for Disabled Persons by the Louisiana State Police.

Mallory Gatlin (age 22) was booked on the charges of DWI, Improper Lane Use, and Driving Under Suspension by the Louisiana State Police.

Joseph Deynoodt (age 66) was booked on the charges of Expired License Plate, DWI, and Careless Operation by the Causeway Bridge Police.

Charles Simons (age 24) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Careless Operation, and No Safety Belts by the Louisiana State Police.

Nicholas Pierce (age 48) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule I, Possession of Schedule II, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Christina Perez (age 40) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kelsey Owens (age 33) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jaylen Brooks (age 22) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jacob Bech (age 25) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Haley Sherrell (age 25) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts/Schedule III Penalties, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and No Brake Lights/No Turn Signals by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Isaac Martindale (age 45) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Dangerous Weapon, Simple Criminal Damage to Property, Interfering With Emergency Communication, and Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Miles Partida (age 25) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer, Misrepresentation During Booking, and Failure to Register Vehicle by the Mandeville Police Department.

Autumn Snodgrass (age 38) was booked on the charges of Organized Retail Theft and Possession of Burglary Tools by the Slidell Police Department.

Sydney Fox (age 44) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Theft by the Slidell Police Department.

Michael Percy (age 46) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer by Refusing to Identify and Fugitive by the Slidell Police Department.

Ieshia Jordan (age 41) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Schedule IV, and Improper Turn by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for September 26, 2026

Destiny Bard (age 22 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving Without
Headlights, Failure to Dim Headlights, No Drivers License, and Driving While Intoxicated by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Levon Harry (age 43 with an Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of No Drivers License, Improper Lane Usage, Expired Vehicle Registration, Driving While Intoxicated, and Speeding 11-20 Over Limit by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Demetris Wilson (age 52 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked In From Court.

Brandon Hadley (age 41 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Obstruction of a Court Order, DWI (3rd Offense), Open Container in Vehicle, and Speeding 21-30 Over Limit by the Louisiana State Police.

Darren Baham (age 34 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction and Possession of Cocaine by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Craig Peters (age 59 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Bogalusa Police Department. 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   Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Tonight   Mostly clear, with a low around 66. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Monday   Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.

Monday Night   Clear, with a low around 65. Calm wind.

Tuesday   Sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Tuesday Night   Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Tropical Disturbances Today

Disturbance 1. Central Subtropical Atlantic: A surface trough of low pressure is located several hundred miles east of Bermuda. Environmental conditions appear somewhat favorable for gradual development and a tropical depression could form by the early to mid portion of this week as it initially moves northward before turning eastward early this week over the central Subtropical Atlantic. Formation chance through 48 hours...low...30 percent and formation chance through 7 days...medium...40 percent.

Disturbance 2. Tropical Depression Fay is moving toward the south. A gradual turn to the southwest and then west is expected over the next couple of days. There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

This Week in Louisiana Agriculture

Twila visits a meadery in West Monroe to meet the veterans turning local ingredients into award-winning mead, visits the sugarcane fields of Vermilion Parish, looks at new relief for farmers and loggers facing record-high diesel prices, and heads into the kitchen with Chelsie Domingue to see what she’s cooking. There is even more!  

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 25, 2026

Timothy Noel (age 33) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Fugitive by the Louisiana State Police.

Michelle Varos (age 47) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Expired License Plate, Driving Under Suspension, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Isaiah Hansen (age 25) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Improper Lane Use by the Louisiana State Police.

Miriam Toefield (age 47) was booked on the charge of Theft by the Mandeville Police Department.

Christopher Billew (age 33) was booked on the charges of Drug Paraphernalia, General Speed Law, and Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Michael Clark (age 36) was booked on the charges of Indecent Behavior With a Juvenile and Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor by the Louisiana State Police.

Anthony Dardar (age 30) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Flight From Officer, Maximum Speed Limit, Driving Under Suspension, No Motorcycle Endorsement, Failure to Register Vehicle, and Criminal Sanction for Operating Motor Vehicle Not Covered by the Louisiana State Police.

Raheem Willis (age 33) was booked on the charges of Bank Fraud, Monetary Instrument Abuse, and Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Nicole Derouen (age 35) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Donald Tastet (age 42) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

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

Brandon Lindgren (age 50) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Howard Cole (age 26) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Michael Batiste (age 63) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Riding on Roadways and Bicycle Paths, Bicycles/Front Lamps/Side and Rear Reflectors Required by the 22nd Judicial Court.

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

lori Sipes (age 49) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Mark Hatfield (age 42) was booked on the charges of Obstruction of Justice, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Intentional Littering, Improper Lane Use, Modified Exhaust, and Driving Under Suspension by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Terri Parker (age 48) was booked on the charges of Fugitive, Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear, Possession of Schedule II, and Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription by the Pearl River Police Department.

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

Washington Parish Council Agenda for September 28, 2026

The Washington Parish Council will meet at 5:30 PM on Monday (September 28, 2026) in Council Chambers at the Courthouse in Franklinton. The meeting will  be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/mthermonwebtv  Note: Video of the meeting will be immediately available on the Facebook page. All meetings of the Washington Parish Council are archived here.

Prior to the Regular Meeting, the Washington Parish Finance Committee will meet at 5:00 PM. On the Agenda for that meeting are the following:

• An Ordinance Amending Article 1, Section 4 of the Washington Parish Development Ordinance to Adopt a Revised Planning and Building Permit Fee Schedule, Incorporate State Mandated Permit Administrative Fee, and Providing for Related Matters 

• An Ordinance to Levy an Occupational License Fee/Tax on the Pursuit of Business in Washington Parish, as Authorized by La. R. S. 47:341, et seq., and to Provide for Related Matters 

On the Agenda for the Regular Meeting are the following: 

Assessor's Board of Review for the 2026 Tax Roll: Sunlight Road Solar, LLC, Assessment #: 1100000809

Appeal: Planning Commission's Decision for Conditional Use Permit No. 2024-12-1938 in favor of Jefferson Compound/JDC Enterprises, LLC, filed by Kent Satterlee

ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/DISCUSSION ITEMS

• Ordinance No. 26-791: Introduce an Ordinance of the Parish Council, Washington Parish, Louisiana, Authorizing the Parish President to Accept an Acquisition of Property Located at 25234 Louisiana Highway 436 Angie, Louisiana, and to Execute a Conservation Servitude With the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program

• Resolution No. 26-1537: Adopt a Resolution Approving the Appointment by the Washington Parish President of the Director of Finance/Personnel 

• Resolution No. 26-1538: Adopt a Resolution by the Washington Parish Council to Authorize the Parish President to Sign a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office for the Use and Improvement of a Parish-Owned Shipping Container for Law Enforcement Training Purposes

• Resolution No. 26-1539: Adopt a Resolution by the Washington Parish Council Concurring With the Low Bid of Warner Construction, INC. in the Amount of $837,404.15 and Authorizing the Parish President to Execute all Necessary Documents in Connection with State Project No. H.015850, LA 16, Washington Parish Sidewalk Segments D & E

• Resolution No. 26-1540: Adopt a Resolution Expressing the Intent of the  Washington Parish Council to Re-Adopt the Section 504 Grievance Procedure for Equitable Resolution of Complaints Regarding Requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8-June 2, 1988), in Compliance with Requirements of a Louisiana Community Development Block Grant for FY 2026

• Resolution No. 26-1541: Adopt a Resolution Extending the Moratorium on the Approval and/or Permitting of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Similar Energy Storage Facilities Within Washington Parish

• Resolution No. 26-1542: Adopt a Resolution by the Washington Parish Council to Authorize the Parish President to Engage Eagle Environmental Services, INC. and Execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement With Entergy Louisiana, LLC, Relating to the Final Inspection on the Bogalusa West Solar Facility

• Resolution No. 26-1543: Adopt a Resolution to Ratify and confirm the Existing Public Records Fee Schedule of Washington Parish Government Pursuant to LA. R.S. 44:32

• Resolution No. 26-1544: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Parish President to Enter Into and Execute an Intergovernmental Agreement Between Washington Parish Government and the Washington Parish School Board for the Use of Opioid Settlement Funds

• Resolution No. 26-1545: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Parish President to Execute a Professional Service Agreement With Del Sol Consulting, Inc. for  Project Management Services

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

D.A. Collin Sims Appointed to Examine Indictment of A.G. Murrill

Press Release from District Attorney Collin Sims 

The integrity of our criminal justice system depends upon the public having faith and confidence in the grand jury process. Grand juries perform a vital function, and their work must be conducted with independence, fairness, and fidelity to the law.

The Louisiana Supreme Court has appointed me to examine the circumstances surrounding the decision to pursue the indictment of Attorney General Liz Murrill, including whether the process was proper and whether any criminal or ethical violations occurred in the pursuit of that indictment.

The grand jury is a powerful tool in our system of justice that can investigate and, where appropriate, return an indictment. Protecting public confidence in that institution means ensuring both that its independence is respected and that legitimate concerns about the integrity of the process are examined carefully. An important part of this review is to determine, based on the facts and the law, whether the grand jury was properly used and to confirm or dispel any concerns that it may have been misused.

I intend to follow the facts and the law wherever they lead, without prejudgment or outside influence. At the conclusion of this work, any findings or actions that may properly be made public will be addressed consistent with the law and obligations of this appointment.

Click here for a wdsu.com article that provides background.

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for September 24-25, 2026

Donte Burton (age 30 with a Tangipahoa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer/Flight on Foot, Attempted Escape, Fugitive Other Jurisdiction (3 counts), and Aggravated Assault by the Franklinton Police Department and on the charges of Telephone Harassment/Subsequent, False Imprisonment, Criminal Damage (2 counts), Theft of Firearm, and Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

George Gordon (age 40 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Aggravated Flight From An Officer by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Lacy Richard (age 20 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Terrorizing by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond information available..

Marion Coleman (age 23 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Disturbing the Peace/Simple Assault, Second Degree Battery, and Resisting an Officer by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Hadyn Stafford (age 18 with a Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charge of Terrorizing by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond information available.

Clem Knox (age 24 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery and Domestic Abuse/Child Endangerment by Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Austin Marks (age 30 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, and Unlawful Production Manufacture Distribution or Possession of Hallucinogenic Plants by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Kelsey Owens (age 33 with an Angie, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Sydney Hills (age 35 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Indecent Behavior With Juvenile(s) by the Bogalusa Police Department. 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   Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Tonight   Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Calm wind.

Sunday   Sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Sunday Night   Mostly clear, with a low around 64. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Monday   Sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Monday Night   Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Calm wind.

Tropical Disturbances Today

Disturbance 1. Tropical Depression Fay has weakened to a Tropical Depression once again and is moving WSW at 3 MPH with 35 MPH maximum sustained winds. There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Disturbance 2. Tropical Storm Gonzalo is moving north at 9 MPH with 45 MPH maximum sustained winds. Weakening is anticipated, and Gonzalo could become a remnant low or dissipate within the next 24 hours. There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Battery Complaint in Franklinton Leads to Arrest of Kentwood Man on Multiple Charges

On Wednesday (September 23, 2026), the Franklinton Police Department investigated a battery complaint involving an incident at the Liberty Inn motel. The complainant reported that a man she had met through social media held her at knifepoint inside a motel room. She later escaped and contacted police.

Officers returned to the motel and contacted the man, identified as 31-year-old Donte Burton of Kentwood, Louisiana. During his arrest, officers observed what appeared to be equipment and materials used to print checks. An investigator collected several cell phones, a computer, a printer, and several sheets of blank check paper for forensic examination.

The Franklinton Police Department Detective works in conjunction with the U.S. Secret Service Task Force and is working with its Forensics Lab in Metairie to examine the evidence.

Burton, who was wanted in several other jurisdictions, was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer/Flight on Foot, Attempted Escape, Fugitive Other Jurisdiction (3 counts), and Aggravated Assault by the Franklinton Police Department and on the charges of Telephone  Harassment/Subsequent, False Imprisonment, Criminal Damage (2 counts), Theft of Firearm, and Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond has been set at this time. 

The investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges may follow. 

Burton is presumed innocent unless proven guilty

Two Washington Parish Schools Placed on Lockdown/Two Arrested for Terrorizing

The Washington Parish Sheriff's Office reports that at approximately 10:15 a.m. today (Friday, September 25, 2026), two Washington Parish schools were placed on lockdown following a social media post involving a student.

Earlier, it was reported by the WPSO that a post was made on Facebook Friday (September, 2025) morning claiming that an individual armed with a firearm was present at a local school. Following an investigation, it was determined that the threat was a HOAX. As a precaution, area schools were placed on lockdown and once it was determined there was NO credible threat, the lockdowns were lifted. (The Washington Parish School System reported the lockdowns were initiated at Franklinton High and Mt. Hermon schools.)

The investigation further determined that the post was of an older video recording that previously circulated online. 

Hayden Stafford (age 18) and Lacey Richard (age 20) were arrested in connection with the social media post that prompted the lockdown. Both Stafford and Richard were charged with Terrorizing. 

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

“Regardless of intention, we respond to any post that could potentially be related to violent acts regarding schools. People need to understand the world is different and even careless jokes have consequences.” - Sheriff Smith

The investigation is ongoing

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 24, 2026

Chris Lachney (age 64) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Careless Operation, Driving Under Suspension, and Hit and Run by the Louisiana State Police.

Craig Billiot (age 40) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Brandon Johnson (age 34) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Orlando Burkhalter (age 27) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the Covington Police Department.

Ricky Chong (age 45) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule IV, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Proper Equipment Required on Vehicles/Display of Plate, Driving Under Suspension, Number of Driving Lamps Required or Permitted, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dennie Butler (age 48) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Annemarie Clark (age 19) was booked on the charge of Aggravated Assault Upon a Dating Partner by the Slidell Police Department.

Jeffrey Maddox (age 30) was booked on the charges of Theft of a Firearm and Theft Less Than 1000 (2 counts) by the Slidell Police Department.

Monet Arnold (age 31) was booked on the charges of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear (4 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kathleen Meyer (age 45) was booked on the charges of Taking of Contraband to State Owned Hospitals, Taking Contraband to and from a Penal Institution, Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness, and Criminal Trespass by the Covington Police Department.

Chad Bridges (age 48) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Alante Berger (age 30) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Jon Blair (age 40) was booked on the charges of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Rosalyn Hierrezuelo (age 38) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment and Child Desertion by the Mandeville Police Department.

Eeon Marigny (age 43) was booked on the charge of Entry on or Remaining in Places or on Land After Being Forbidden by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Codie Fisher (age 33) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment and Child Desertion by the Mandeville Police Department.

Edward Nix (age 48) was booked on the charges of Organized Retail Theft and Resisting an Officer by Refusing to Identify by the Slidell Police Department.

Justin Poche (age 32) was booked on the charge of Stalking by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Bobby Dillon (age 46) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Cody Pertuit (age 25) was booked on the charges of Fugitive, Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Driving Under Suspension by the Covington Police Department.

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

Washington Parish School Board - September 24, 2026 (video)

Obituary

Emma Jean Manning Casame

July 6, 1944 — September 11, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 23, 2026

Edward Wyman (age 41) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Language by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Ranata Toney (age 46) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Charles Bean (age 42) was booked on the charges of Contractors Misapplication of Payments and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

John Mills (age 34) was booked on the charge of Telephone Communications/Improper Language/Harassment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Melissa Crespo (age 35) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Trey Cafarella (age 32) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Metaxia Fairburn (age 50) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Christopher Hatfield (age 55) was booked on the charges of Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Driving Under Suspension by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Zhyion Brock (age 21) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Raven Ruiz (age 27) was booked on the charges of Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear and Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jessica Penton (age 43) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Theft of a Motor Vehicle by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dianna Brown (age 57) was booked on the charges of Bank Fraud (6 counts) by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Lillian Sellers (age 68) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Union Grantham (age 33) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II (3 counts) by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Logan Thomas (age 19) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Dangerous Weapon by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Loranger Para Arrested for Slapping Special Needs Student

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) has arrested 55-year-old Jeniell Barze, a paraprofessional for slapping a student at Loranger Elementary School. Barze has been booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Jail on one count of Cruelty to a Juvenile.

Thursday (September 24, 2026) morning, administrators at Loranger Elementary School received an official complaint about Barze slapping a 10-year-old special needs student in her classroom. A review of video surveillance confirmed the incident, and the principal contacted the TPSO School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to the school. Barze was removed from the school and the child was assessed for injuries by school medical staff.

The TPSO wants to thank the Tangipahoa Parish Public School System for its continued partnership in ensuring all students are not only safe in their learning environments, but that they are cared for by those entrusted as their first line of protection.

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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

Today   Sunny, with a high near 89. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight   Mostly clear, with a low around 64. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Saturday   Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Saturday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Calm wind.

Sunday   Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Sunday Night   Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Calm wind.

Tropical Disturbances Today

The two disturbances are of no threat to our area at this time.

Hammond Suspect Arrested in Robbery/Online Sales Scheme Case

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) announced today (September 24, 2026) the arrest of 28-year-old Jericho Offlee, a Hammond man accused of luring a woman through an online sales scheme in order to rob her. Offlee has been booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Jail on one count of 1st Degree Robbery.

On Tuesday (September 22, 2026), woman from the Baton Rouge area reported connecting with a man through a social media platform to buy a used vehicle. The woman reported picking the man up at a Hammond address before he directed her to Dead End Road in Hammond. There, he tried to steal her car and several other belongings, but she was able to get away.

At the time, his identity was not known, but he was described as a black male wearing a reflective vest, a beanie cap and having two gold canine teeth. Following quick investigative work, surveillance pictures of the suspect were obtained and he was identified as Offlee with assistance from the Hammond Police Department. Offlee was then located by TPSO Street Crimes and SWAT units and taken into custody.

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

Investigators have information indicating this is not Offlee’s only victim, but are concerned additional reports have not been made, or full cooperation has not been provided, due to fear of Offlee’s retaliation or legal consequences regarding the initial source of contact with Offlee. The TPSO is encouraging anyone, especially women from the Baton Rouge area, who experienced a similar encounter in the past few weeks to contact our Criminal Investigations Division to file an official report.

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for September 23, 2026

Fredrick Anderson (age 51 with a Tylertown, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Brake Lights and
Turn Signal Required, Driving While Intoxicated, and Stop Signs and Yield Signs Violations by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Austin Olmstead (age 19 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Bond Surrender. Bond set at $50000.00.

Trevonne Mingo (age 31 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In From Court.

Jeremy Blow (age 47 with a Ponchatoula, La. address) was booked In From Court.

Justin Jarrell (age 18 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Simple Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Metaxia Fairburn (age 50 with a Covington, La. address) was booked on the charges of Intimidating and Obstruction of Justice by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

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

Obituary

Donna Sue Crain Hodge 

October 19, 1961 — September 22, 2026

Tropical Disturbances Today

Disturbance 1. Far Eastern Tropical Atlantic (AL90): A broad area of low pressure is located a few hundred miles south-southeast of the Cabo Verde Islands. This system could become a short-lived tropical depression or a tropical storm later today or on Friday while it moves northwestward to northward. Increasing upper-level winds, however, should prevent further development by the weekend. Formation chance through 48 hours...high...70 percent and formation chance through 7 days...high...70 percent.

Disturbance 2. Tropical Storm Fay is moving fast westward over the Central Atlantic. Fay is currently located about 955 miles WSW of the Azores and moving west at 7 MPH with maximum sustained winds of 40 MPH. Some slight strengthening is possible over the next day or so, with gradual weakening expected thereafter. There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

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 91. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight   Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. Northeast wind around 5 mph.

Friday   Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Northeast wind around 5 mph.

Friday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Saturday   Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind.

Saturday Night   Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Calm wind.