Washington Parish Jail Bookings for October 1, 2026

Jackie Jones (age 69 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.

Robert Wilson (age 38 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Improper Equipment and Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule I by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond information incomplete at this time.

Daneal Scott (age 26 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Probation and Parole Hold by Probation and Parole. No bond set at this time.

Jayden Palmer (age 18 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Cruelty to Juveniles by the Franklinton 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   A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. East wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tonight   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

Saturday   A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. East wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Saturday Night   A 80 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 70. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

Sunday   A 90 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible. High near 81. Northeast wind around 5 mph. 

Sunday Night   A 60 percent chance of showers, mainly before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Northeast wind around 5 mph. 

Obituary

Linda Marie Navarre Chiasson

December 31, 1947 - September 30, 2026

Obituary

Marcheta A. Magee

March 6, 1956 – September 30, 2026

Man Found Guilty of Rape in St. Tammany Parish – Now He is On The Run!

District Attorney J. Collin Sims announces that on September 23, 2026, a St. Tammany Parish jury found 38-year-old Brandon Justin Lee Williams of New Orleans, guilty on all counts following a trial before the Honorable Judge Tara Farris Zeller.

Williams was convicted of:

• Second Degree Rape
• Domestic Abuse Battery Involving Serious Bodily Injury
• Domestic Abuse Battery Involving Child Endangerment
• Cruelty to Juveniles

The conviction stems from an October 2024 investigation by the Slidell Police Department into multiple reported incidents of domestic abuse at a residence on Highlands Drive in Slidell. During that investigation, law enforcement obtained statements from the adult victim, conducted forensic interviews with her two minor children, and reviewed text messages confirming severe physical abuse and child endangerment. The investigation further revealed that following incidents of physical violence, Williams repeatedly forced the victim into sexual acts under extreme emotional distress and physical intimidation.

During opening statements at trial, Assistant District Attorney Zachary Popovich, who prosecuted the case alongside ADA Taylor Nicholson, detailed the pattern of coercive control. "There is clear evidence of this woman being trapped in a cycle of abuse," Popovich stated. "When she tried to stand up or defend herself, the abuse got worse. He made sure she knew 'no' was not an option."

On September 23, 2026, Williams failed to appear in court, and Judge Zeller immediately issued a warrant for his arrest. Williams remains at large, and law enforcement is actively seeking information regarding his location. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact the United States Marshals Service or local law enforcement immediately.

"This defendant subjected a mother and her children to a brutal cycle of physical abuse, sexual violence, and terrifying coercion," said District Attorney Collin Sims. "While a St. Tammany Parish jury has held him accountable for his horrific crimes, Williams fled justice and remains at large. He is a dangerous individual, and we are working tirelessly with local authorities and the U.S. Marshals Service to locate him. If anyone has information regarding his whereabouts, please contact the U.S. Marshals Service or local law enforcement immediately so he can be brought to justice and sentenced."

LSU AgCenter's Weekly Message

Lycoris Flowering Bulbs: What Do You Call Them?

It’s that time of year – between mid-September and early October – when we see what are variously called spider lilies, naked ladies, hurricane lilies, and surprise lilies. I’ve recently learned several other names for them: September lily, magic lily, and equinox flower. I’m primarily thinking about the red spider lily (Lycoris radiata), but people use some of the same names for L. aurea (golden or yellow spider lily), a yellow-flowered cousin.

Red and golden spider lilies are native to Asia, but red spider lily, especially, is common in parts of the southeastern US. (There are plants in other genera that are also called spider lilies, including our native swamp spider lily, Hymenocallis liriosme, so that name can be a bit confusing.)

These flowers delight me. People often have them in landscape beds rather than lawns but probably due in part to my lax mowing habits and tendency to avoid cutting leaves when they’re present, my red spider lilies have done quite well in the lawn.

After flowering, the red spider lily produces narrow leaves that look a good bit like liriope or monkey grass and have a light stripe in the middle. The golden spider lily plant is generally larger than the red one, with flower stalks and leaves reaching about 18 and 15 inches tall, respectively.

Leaves of red and golden spider lilies remain through the winter and into the spring. If you want the bulbs to survive and multiply, be sure to leave the foliage in place until it dies naturally, so that the plant can produce carbohydrates for itself. You can fertilize spider lilies after they flower, with bone meal.

Red and golden spider lilies do well in full sun to partial shade and need good drainage. (This is in contrast with many Hymenocallis spp. spider lilies that grow well in wet areas.)

You can divide the bulbs as the plants start to go dormant, when leaves start to die down in the spring or summer. If they’re not divided from time to time – perhaps every five or six years – they may get overcrowded and stop flowering.

Let me know if you have questions.

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Dr. Mary Helen Ferguson is an Extension Agent with the LSU AgCenter, with horticulture responsibilities in Washington and Tangipahoa Parishes. Contact Mary Helen at mhferguson@agcenter.lsu.edu or 985-277-1850 (Hammond) or 985-839-7855 (Franklinton).

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for September 30, 2026

Robby Ray (age 51) was booked on the charges of Stalking and Simple Battery by the Slidell Police Department.

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

Matthew Walsh (age 46) was booked on the charge of Simple Battery by the Mandeville Police Department.

Rokeisha Maldon (age 47) was booked on the charge of Forgery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Joseph Slusarski (age 59) was booked on the charge of Obscenity by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Shawn Copling (age 29) was booked on the charges of Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence and
Simple Assault by the Pearl River Police Department.

Dionne Miller (age 36) was booked on the charges of Theft of Goods, Theft, Contributing to the Delinquency, and Theft Less Than 1000 (3 counts) by the Mandeville Police Department.

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

William Taylor (age 30) was booked on the charges of DWI, Hit and Run, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Careless Operation, Driver Must Be Licensed, Open Container in Motor Vehicle, and No Safety Belts by the Louisiana State Police.

Curtis Anderson (age 44) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Charles Allnet (age 34) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

John Lee (age 42) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Patrick Meyers (age 41) was booked on the charges of Housed for Court, Contempt of Court, and Theft Less Than 1000 by Agency not listed.

Khalia Coates (age 20) was booked on the charges of Illegal Possession of Stolen Things and Contributing to the Delinquency by the Mandeville Police Department.

Arianna Jackson (age 18) was booked on the charges of Illegal Possession of Stolen Things and Contributing to the Delinquency by the Mandeville Police Department.

Orin Austin (age 33) was booked on the charges of Indecent Behavior With a Juvenile, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, and Prostitution by the Covington Police Department.

Joshua Comeaux (age 39) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Brandon Laiche (age 33) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Timothy Bedford (age 28) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

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

William Horton (age 41) was booked on the charges of Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule I CDS, Possession of Schedule III CDS, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, Transactions Involving Proceeds From Drug Offenses, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Darrin Melerine (age 37) was booked on the charges of Indecent Behavior With a Juvenile, Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor, and Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile by the Louisiana State Police.

Natasha Young (age 41) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Joseph Vasbinder (age 52) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Danny Robertson (age 33) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Darren Rohrbacker (age 63) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule I, Failure to Use Turn Signal, and Turning Improper at Intersection by the Slidell Police Department.

Jennifer McAninch (age 55) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, and Riding on Roadways and Bicycle Paths by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dylan Mears (age 23) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Drug Paraphernalia, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, and Riding on Roadways and Bicycle Paths by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for September 30, 2026

Antonio Weathersby (age 57 with a Sandy Hook, Ms. address) was booked on the charge of Terrorizing by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Jeremy McKenzie (age 48 with an Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Sexual Conduct between educator and student (1 count), Intimidating, impeding or injuring witnesses, and and Injuring officers (1 count) by the Franklinton Police Department. Released on $10000.00 bond.

Whitney Lewis (age 37 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of Second Degree Cruelty to Juveniles and Possession of Schedule I Drugs (2 counts) by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Patrick Womack (age 36 with a Slidell, La. address) was booked on the charge of Bond Surrender by Agency not listed. Bond set at $50000.00.

Rodney Wood (age 54 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving Under Suspension, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, Obstructing Public Passage(s), Resisting Arrest, and Obstruction of Justice 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   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph. 

Tonight   A 10 percent chance of showers before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 71. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light east after midnight.

Friday   A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the morning. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Friday Night   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

Saturday   A 80 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 86. Northeast wind around 5 mph. 

Saturday Night   A 60 percent chance showers thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm. 

Franklinton High School Teacher Jeremy McKenzie Arrested - Again

Franklinton Police Chief Justin Brown has reported that on Wednesday (September 30, 2026), the
Franklinton Police Department arrested 48-year-old Jeremy Kendrick McKenzie of Angie, Louisiana for Prohibited Sexual Conduct between educator and student (1 count), Intimidating, impeding or injuring witnesses, and and Injuring officers (1 count).

McKenzie was turned over to the Washington Parish Jail. Bond was set at $10,000.00 and McKenzie bonded out shortly after being booked.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

This comes just weeks after McKenzie was arrested and accused of indecent behavior with a juvenile.

Squirrel and Rabbit Hunting Seasons Begin Oct. 3rd

The Louisiana squirrel and rabbit hunting seasons begin Saturday (October 3, 2026) in all parts of
Louisiana and run through February 28, 2027, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. Squirrel and rabbit hunting are both enjoyable and a good way to introduce youth to hunting.

A basic hunting license is needed for those 18 and older to hunt squirrels and rabbits. Squirrel and rabbit hunting are relatively inexpensive and there are many LDWF public lands on which hunting opportunity is available. Hunting on an LDWF WMA requires a WMA access permit and you must check in and out of the WMA.

All visitors to LDWF WMAs 18 and older must have either a WMA Access Permit, Senior Hunting/Fishing License, Louisiana Sportsman’s Paradise License or Lifetime Hunting/Fishing License. Go to the LDWF WMA Access Permit webpage for more information.

For a complete list of WMAs and public lands open to squirrel and rabbit hunting and more information on WMA squirrel and rabbit hunting, go to the LDWF seasons and regulations webpage.

See the LDWF licensing webpage to purchase a hunting license.

For more information on squirrel and rabbit hunting in Louisiana, go to the LDWF small game webpage or contact LDWF Small Game/Wild Turkey Program Manager Cody Cedotal at ccedotal@wlf.la.gov.

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.