St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 24, 2026

Paul Brown (age 49) was booked on the charges of DWI, Hit and Run, and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.

Kevin Davis (age 33) was booked on the charges of Improper Turn, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, and Possession of Schedule I by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Patrick Stogner (age 55) was booked on the charges of Failure to Stop/Yield, Open Container in Vehicle, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Schedule II (2 counts) by the Pearl River Police Department.

Tyrell Batiste (age 35) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kenaf Thompson (age 39) was booked on the charges of Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Resisting an Officer, Aggravated Flight From Officer, Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule II CDS, and Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription by the Louisiana State Police.

Susanne Zeilinger (age 55) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kayla Anderson (age 35) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the Covington Police Department.

Chad Crouchet (age 40) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Christopher Evans (age 36) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Isaiah Leviar (age 20) was booked on the charge of Fugitive and Battery of a Dating Partner by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Cosette Gagyi (age 29) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Contraband in a Penal Facility, and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

***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. 

Memorial Day   A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 80. 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.

Tonight   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4am. Cloudy, with a low around 68. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.

Tuesday   A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 81. Light southeast wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tuesday Night   A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

Wednesday   A 90 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 85. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the morning. 

Wednesday Night   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm. 

Slidell Police Arrests 12 in Aggressive Operation - More Drugs & Guns Seized

The Slidell Police Department Narcotics and K9 Divisions, working in coordination with the Drug
Enforcement Administration (DEA), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and the 22nd Judicial District Attorney’s Office, recently concluded a series of proactive narcotics investigations conducted under the title “Operation Clear Horizon.”

The operation targeted the distribution and trafficking of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and other dangerous illegal narcotics throughout the City of Slidell and resulted in the seizure of significant quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl, psilocybin mushrooms, and MDMA, along with narcotics packaging materials, digital scales, and multiple firearms. Several of the firearms recovered were found to be illegally possessed by convicted felons.

In total, twelve individuals were arrested on charges ranging from Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances and Distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substances to Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Those arrested during the operation are listed as follows:

• 56-year-old Anthony Devoney (Slidell, LA)
• 43-year-old Michael Chappetta (Slidell, LA)
• 50-year-old Joseph Paillot (Slidell, LA)
• 63-year-old Darren Rohrbacker (Slidell, LA)
• 49-year-old Farrel Dupuy (Slidell, LA)
• 53-year-old Louis McCoy (Picayune, MS)
• 61-year-old Jerry Babineaux (Slidell, LA)
• 44-year-old Bobby Elam (Slidell, LA)
• 55-year-old Michael Tavernit (Slidell, LA)
• 28-year-old Bruce Metz (Metairie, LA)
• 36-year-old Beau Brinson (Slidell, LA)
• 35-year-old Skyla Williams (Pearl River, LA)

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

In a statement from the Slidell Police, "Every quantity of dangerous narcotics removed from our streets represents lives potentially saved and families protected from the devastating impact of addiction, violence, and drug-related crime. No matter how large or small the operation may be, if you choose to traffic dangerous narcotics in our community, know this:

𝘞𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘺 𝘺𝘰𝘶.

𝘞𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶.

𝘞𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.

𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘭𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘥 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘢𝘳𝘴.

The Slidell Police Department remains fully committed to aggressive narcotics enforcement and protecting the citizens of Slidell from individuals who profit from addiction, violence, and the spread of deadly drugs within our neighborhoods."

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 23, 2026

Nicholas Lent (age 35) was booked on the charge of Theft by the Slidell Police Department.

Gary Crumedy (age 26) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II (2 counts), Driving Under Suspension, and License Plate Must Be Illuminated by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Anna Carriere (age 25) was booked on the charge of Theft by the Mandeville Police Department.

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

Justin Collison (age 37) was booked on the charges of Telephone Communications/Improper Language/Harassment by the Pearl River Police Department.

Kimberly Crocker (48) was booked on the charges of Fugitive, Resisting an Officer, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

James Hoyt (age 39) was booked on the charges of Fugitive (2 counts) by the Slidell Police Department.

Harvey Breland (age 42) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Covington Police Department.

Albert Dabney (age 40) was booked on the charges of Battery of a Dating Partner and Resisting an Officer by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kolt Johnson (age 26) was booked on the charges of Indecent Behavior With a Juvenile, Indecent Behavior/Grooming of a Child, and Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor by the Covington Police Department.

Mark Price (age 65) was booked on the charges of Operating Vehicle While Intoxicated (3rd Offense), Ignition Interlock Device Offenses, No Safety Belts, and No Insurance by the Slidell Police Department.

Brandon Deflanders (age 46) was booked on the charge of Possession of Firearm or Carrying Concealed Weapon by the Slidell Police Department.

Brody Wehmeyer (age 18) was booked on the charge of Battery of a Dating Partner With Strangulation by the Slidell Police Department.

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

Jeremiah Fry (age 44) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment and Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Quinn Tardo (age 36) was booked on the charges of Improper Turn, Driving Under Suspension, Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Schedule I (2 counts), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Persons Under by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

3-Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Tangipahoa Man

Early Saturday (May 23, 2026) morning, at 1:30 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L began investigating a multi vehicle fatality crash on LA Highway 16 at Dykes Lane in Tangipahoa Parish. The crash claimed the life of 22 year old Janya T. D. Butler of the Town of Tangipahoa.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2026 Kia K4, driven by Butler, was traveling east on LA Highway 16 approaching Dykes Lane. At the same time, a 2013 Ford F-150 and a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by 48-year-old Franklin B. Turnage of Mount Olive, Mississippi, were traveling west on LA Highway 16. For reasons still under investigation, the Kia crossed the centerline and struck the front bumper of the Ford. The Kia came to rest in the westbound lane, and the Ford ran off the right side of the roadway. The Chevrolet was unable to avoid a collision and struck the passenger side of the Kia.

Butler, who was unrestrained, sustained serious injuries and died on scene. The driver of the Ford was properly restrained and uninjured. Turnage, who was unrestrained, sustained minor injuries. 

During the investigation, Turnage showed signs of impairment and was subsequently arrested. He was booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Correctional Facility for Driving While Intoxicated (First Offense), Driving While Suspended, and No Seatbelt. As part of the ongoing investigation, routine toxicology samples were obtained from all drivers for analysis.

6-Month-Old Dies in Tangipahoa Parish Crash

Late Friday (May 22, 2026) night, at 11:50 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L responded to a single vehicle crash on US Highway 51 just south of LA Highway 1064 in Tangipahoa Parish. The crash claimed the life of 6 month old Kaybri Robinson of Hammond.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2013 Hyundai Elantra, driven by 25 year old Resjyne N. Griffin of Hammond, was traveling north on US Highway 51 approaching LA Highway 1064. For reasons still under investigation, the Hyundai ran off the roadway to the right into a ditch and struck a culvert.

Griffin, who was unrestrained, sustained moderate injuries. Two unrestrained minor passengers in the vehicle were also injured. A 5 year old was transported to a local hospital with moderate injuries, and Robinson was transported to a local hospital where she died.

During the investigation, Griffin showed signs of impairment, was subsequently arrested, and transported to a local hospital for treatment. Upon her release from the hospital, Griffin will be booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Correctional Facility for Vehicular Homicide, Vehicular Negligent Injury, No Child Restraint, Careless Operation, Open Container, and No Driver’s License. As part of the ongoing investigation, routine toxicology samples were collected for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 23, 2026

Erick Davis (age 49 with Baton Rouge, La. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) and Bond Surrender by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond information is incomplete at this time.

Logan Roy (age 27 with Robert, La. address) was booked on the charges of of Possession of Schedule II Drugs, Possession of Marijuana (2nd Offense), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Patrice Howard (age 41 with Marrero, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated, Stopping/Standing/Parking Outside Business or Residence, and Open Container in Vehicle by the Louisiana State Police. No bond set at this time.

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

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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

Today   A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 77. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Tonight   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Memorial Day   A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 80. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Monday Night   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

Tuesday   A 80 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 83. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. 

Tuesday Night   A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Obituary

Debbie Hart Severio

October 28, 1962 - May 22, 2026

Ponchatoula Woman Killed in St. Tammany Crash

On May 22, 2026, at 4:40 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L responded to a fatal crash involving a pedestrian on Interstate 10 just east of the Interstate 10, Interstate 12, and Interstate 59 interchange in St. Tammany Parish. The crash claimed the life of 63-year-old Deborah H. Severio of Ponchatoula.

The preliminary investigation revealed that three separate crashes occurred in the same general location along Interstate 10. The initial crash was a single-vehicle crash involving a Toyota 4Runner that became disabled in the roadway. Severio, who was driving a Toyota RAV4 east on Interstate 10, was approaching the 4Runner, began to slow and was struck in the rear by an Audi A6.

Following both crashes, and before emergency personnel arrived, Severio and all drivers exited their vehicles. For reasons still under investigation, Severio was standing between her vehicle and the Audi when a Nissan Titan approached the crashed vehicles and struck the rear of the Audi. The Audi was pushed forward, striking Severio and the RAV4.

Severio sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. The only passenger in the RAV4 sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The driver of the 4Runner and the Nissan were properly restrained and uninjured. Impairment is not suspected for the driver of the Nissan, who provided a breath sample of .000 g%. Routine toxicology samples were obtained from all drivers for analysis as part of the ongoing investigation.

Troopers urge pedestrians and motorists to exercise caution near roadways to help prevent crashes and injuries. Pedestrians should wear reflective materials, avoid distractions, and walk facing oncoming traffic while keeping a safe distance from travel lanes. Motorists are reminded to stay alert when approaching disabled vehicles or pedestrians on the roadside. If you are involved in a crash and the vehicles are movable, safely move them out of the roadway to help keep travel lanes open and reduce the risk of secondary crashes. If you witness any hazardous situations, please dial *LSP (*577) to report them to the Louisiana State Police.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 22, 2026

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

Jarett Morella (age 52) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

Shantrell Warren (age 45) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense) and Obedience to Police Officers/Weights and Standards Officers by the Louisiana State Police.

Lawrence Brown (age 21) was booked on charges not listed by Probation and Parole.

Hilmon Stigler (age 42) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Pearl River Police Department.

Dymonte Beverly (age 23) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Terrie Williams (age 55) was booked on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule IV, and Possession of Schedule II by the Slidell Police Department.

Darrin Gonzales (age 50) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the Slidell Police Department.

Wendi Holmes (age 44) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.

Eddie Young (age 54) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.

Joseph Fletcher (age 50) was booked on the charges of Sexual Battery and Second Degree Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Steve Turner (age 48) was booked on the charges of Bicycles/Front Lamps Side and Rear Reflectors Required, Possession of Schedule II, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Obituary

John Edward Loyd, Sr.

February 8, 1953 – May 11, 2026

Obituary

Larry Maki Page

November 16, 1950 - May 20, 2026

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 22, 2026

Tonious Anders (age 28 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated, Careless Operation, and Vehicle Registration Expired by the Franklinton Police Department. Bond set at $2500.00.

Cody Meiners (age 36 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fraudulent Firearm and Ammunition Purchase by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Detrich Magee (age 35 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Bench Warrant/Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $517.00.

Michael Phillips (age 56 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Failure to Use Turn Signal 100 ft. Prior to Turn, Driving Under Suspension, General Speed Law, and Possession of Heroin by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Devon Cotton (age 36 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Fugitive (2 counts), Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule II Drugs, and Resisting Arrest by the Bogalusa Police Department and on the charge of Bond Surrender by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $20000.00.

Teon Jones (age not listed with address not listed) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by Agency not listed. 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 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 8am. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tonight   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 69. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Sunday   A 90 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 81. East wind around 5 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Sunday Night   A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low around 69. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 

Memorial Day   A 90 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 80. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the morning. 

Monday Night   A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Obituary

Betty Lou Walker Holliday

November 18, 1944 - May 21, 2026

Convicted Covington Drug Dealer Facing Life Sentence

District Attorney Collin Sims announces that today (May 22, 2026), a St. Tammany Parish jury found 46-year-old John Silas Joiner, Jr. of Covington, Louisiana guilty on 15 counts of narcotics, weapons, flight, and resisting arrest charges. The unanimous verdict follows a trial before the Honorable Judge Richard Swartz. 

Joiner, a convicted felon who was on parole at the time of his offenses, now faces a mandatory life sentence. Judge Swartz has scheduled sentencing for July 8, 2026.

The conviction stems from two separate law enforcement operations in 2023. 

• The first occurred in January 2023, when detectives with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office (STPSO) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Joiner. Joiner actively resisted arrest, striking a detective with his elbow, and briefly fled on foot before being quickly apprehended. A search of the vehicle yielded 450 dosage units of fentanyl, crystal methamphetamine, cocaine, a digital scale, a set of brass knuckles, and an AR-style 9mm pistol equipped with a 50-round drum magazine.

• The second incident took place in September 2023, after authorities intercepted a jail video call between Joiner and his co-defendant, Amanda Flocke, which showed Flocke at a kitchen table counting thousands of fentanyl pills in the presence of minor children. A subsequent search warrant executed by STPSO at their Mandeville residence uncovered 2,746 dosage units of counterfeit blue "M30" fentanyl tablets, crystal methamphetamine, pharmaceutical pills, and a clandestine laboratory setup in the garage used to press fraudulent ecstasy tablets.

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During the trial, Flocke testified for the state, detailing how she was absorbed into Joiner’s operations after his initial January arrest. "I got left with the debt of everything," Flocke testified, referring to the drug debt Joiner accumulated. "After he went to jail, I assumed all of his responsibilities."

When questioned about the massive cache of narcotics discovered at their residence during the September search warrant, Flocke testified that Joiner had misled her about the ongoing operation, stating, "I thought he got rid of the drugs because that's what he told me he was going to do."

In her closing arguments, Assistant District Attorney Christina Fisher pointed out Joiner's absolute disregard for the law and his refusal to stop dealing, even while under state supervision. "He did not learn," Fisher told the jury. "He was convicted in December 2020 for felon in possession of a firearm, and in January 2023, while still being supervised, he was stopped for a traffic stop...Those are the possessions of a drug dealer."

Fisher also emphasized the dangerous combination of firearms and lethal narcotics seized from Joiner, noting, "These are dangerous weapons...they have no business being hooked to a fanny pack with fentanyl pills. He was dealing these drugs; he had every intent to distribute them."

Addressing Joiner's defense strategy and his attempts to distance himself from the Mandeville residence, Fisher reminded the jury of the physical evidence linking him to the home. "Ladies and gentlemen, this was his house; it's ridiculous to think otherwise," Fisher said.

During his rebuttal closing argument, Assistant District Attorney Iain Dover addressed the defendant's refusal to acknowledge the state's statutory evidence. "Although Mr. Joiner may disagree 'til his very last breath...none of Mr. Joiner's arguments relate to what you are to do today," Dover told the jury. "He has no willingness to change or accept responsibility. He is a drug dealer, and he sells."

"Today's verdict ensures that a dangerous, repeat offender will no longer be able to flood our streets with lethal poison," said District Attorney Collin Sims. "This defendant not only armed himself while trafficking high volumes of fentanyl and cocaine, but he also operated a clandestine pill press in a home where young children lived. I want to commend the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office for their thorough investigations and ADAs Iain Dover and Christina Fisher for their exceptional work in securing this conviction."

Flocke, age 40, previously pleaded guilty on May 8, 2026, to possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl and was sentenced by Judge Swartz to 30 years in the Department of Corrections.

Conviction Details: Following the four-day trial, the jury returned unanimous guilty verdicts for the following charges:

• Possession with intent to distribute 250 grams or more of fentanyl
• Possession with intent to distribute 28 grams or more of methamphetamine
• Possession with intent to distribute less than 28 grams of cocaine, hydrocodone, and oxycodone (3 counts total)
• Possession of two grams or more, but less than 28 grams of fentanyl
• Possession of less than two grams of fentanyl
• Possession of less than two grams of methamphetamine
• Creation or operation of a clandestine laboratory for the unlawful manufacture of a controlled dangerous substance
• Transactions involving proceeds from drug offenses
• Possession of a firearm or carrying a concealed weapon by a person convicted of certain felonies
• Illegal carrying of a short-barreled rifle and brass knuckles while in possession of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine (2 counts total)
• Simple escape
• Resisting a police officer

Three Injured in Loranger Shooting Incident

Three people were injured in a shooting incident that occurred late Thursday (May 21, 2026) night in a
mobile home park on North St. Charles Avenue in the Loranger area 

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) was called out in response to multiple reports of shots fired. However, upon deputies’ arrival at the shooting scene, no victims were found, but evidence of multiple shots fired was located.

Deputies have since learned that two groups got into a verbal dispute. Residents emerged from their homes to try to intervene and get the groups to leave. However, that turned into an exchange of gunfire and the circumstances leading up to that are still under active investigation.

Three victims, who received non-life-threatening injuries, were taken to a local hospital by private vehicle before deputies arrived. A 50-year-old woman and a 17-year-old male remain hospitalized in stable condition today while a 33-year-old woman was released with a graze wound. The elder female was a relative of one of the members of the feuding groups; it is currently undetermined whether the other two were part of the feuding groups or were residents.

Interviews and evidence are still being collected to confirm the facts of this case. Anyone with information about this incident and all of the individuals involved can contact our Criminal Investigations Division at 985-902-2088. If you’d prefer to share information anonymously, you can do so through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa’s tip line at 1-800-554-5245 or  visit www.tangicrimestoppers.com and click on the P3 Tips icon or Submit A Tip! You may be eligible for a cash reward.

Obituary

Ferdinand Guy "Ferdi" Duplantier

December 30, 1945 - May 21, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 21, 2026

Shannon Whitaker (age 45) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Drug Paraphernalia, and Obstruction of Justice by the Covington Police Department.

Bobby Crockett (age 58) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Drug Paraphernalia, and Obstruction of Justice by the Covington Police Department.

Andre Robertson (age 63) was booked on the charges of Failure to Stop/Yield, Bicycles/Front Lamps Side and Rear Reflectors Required, and Resisting an Officer by the Covington Police Department.

Darrell Prosper (age 57) was booked on the charges of DWI, Maximum Speed Limit, Improper Lane Usage, and Open Container in Motor Vehicle by the Louisiana State Police.

Tashawn Butler (age 21) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer by Refusing to Identify, Battery of Dating Partner With Child Endangerment, and Battery of a Dating Partner/Strangulation by the Slidell Police Department.

Cashanti Young (age 24) was booked on the charge of Telephone Communications/Improper Language/Harassment by the Mandeville Police Department.

Tyler Stewart (age 30) was booked on the charges of Theft Over 25000, Motor Vehicles Alteration or Removal of VIN Number, Forgery, Illegal Possession of Stolen Things 25000 or Greater, and Identity Theft by the Louisiana State Police.

Jarod Hines (age 41) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the Covington Police Department.

Antoine Williams (47) was booked on the charges of No Taillights, No Safety Helmet, Registration of Sex Offenders, Possession of Schedule II, Possession of a Firearm or Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, and Periodic Renewal of Registration by Offenders by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kayleb Botts (age 23) was booked on the charge of Hit and Run by the Mandeville Police Department.

Akiem Horace (age 19) was booked on the charge of Possession of or Dealing in Firearms With Obliterated Serial Number by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Jamal Robertson (age 39) was booked on the charges of Simple Escape, Possession of Schedule III (2 counts), Obstruction of Justice/Tampering With Evidence, Driving Under Suspension, Criminal Sanctions for Operating Motor Vehicle Not Covered, Resisting an Officer, and No Safety Belts by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Ashton Kult (age 19) was booked on the charges of Illegal Carrying of Weapon/ Possession of Schedule I, Unlawful Sale/Possession of Tobacco by Person Under 18 YOA, Purchase and Public Possession of Alcoholic Beverages, and Careless Operation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jacob Dyar (age 31) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Covington Police Department.

Jason Boggs (age 40) was booked on the charge of Driving Under Suspension by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

William Noto (age 26) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Improper Turn by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 20-21, 2026

Louis Tate (age 36 with Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charges of Off-Road Vehicles Prohibited on Highway, Resisting Arrest/Flight on Foot, and Careless Operation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $2500.00.

Marcus Kagler (age 53 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Entry/Remain on Premises After Being Forbidden and Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Franklinton Police Department. Bond set at $2500.00.

Bernard Forrest (age 45 with Baton Rouge, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated (3rd Offense), Driving With Suspended License, and Improper Lane Usage by the Louisiana State Police. 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 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Tonight   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Calm wind. 

Saturday   A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 85. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Saturday Night   A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Calm wind. 

Sunday   A 100 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 81. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph. 

Sunday Night   A 80 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 68. Calm wind. 

Obituary

Shelby Gene Alford

November 7, 1937 - May 20, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 20, 2026

Iverson Celestine (age 23) was booked on the charges of Simple Battery and Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Candace Smith (age 28) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Christopher Suarez (age 43) was booked on the charges of Illegal Use of Weapons and Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Ellis Sandifer (age 37) was booked was booked on the charge of Illegal Possession of Stolen Firearms by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jean Chattelier (age 39) was booked on the charges of Theft of Motor Vehicle 5000-25000 (2 counts), Criminal Trespass, Simple Criminal Damage Less Than 1000, Flight From Officer, and Resisting an Officer by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Demonte Arrington (age 27) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Jeffery Mader (age 45) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Casey Brandt (age 40) was booked on the charges of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond (2 counts) and Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Lesley Benson (age 57) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Obituary

Dorothy Faye Miller

November 18, 1943 - May 21, 2026

Obituary

Elizabeth Ann Williams Jenkins

November 28, 1951 - May 20, 2026

Obituary

Letha Pearl Brent

August 18, 1950 – May 13, 2026

Major Road Improvements Underway in Washington Parish

Statement from Washington Parish Government

Washington Parish Government is proud to announce that work is officially beginning on the 2026 Road Improvement Project with Barriere Construction this week. This project includes roadway improvements in multiple areas throughout the parish.

In addition to contracted overlay work, our Public Works crews are continuing in-house paving operations using the Parish's new La CAT AP455 asphalt paver, allowing us to complete additional roadway improvements more efficiently throughout the year.

With more than 1,000 miles of parish roads to maintain, projects are prioritized based on roadway condition, safety, drainage needs, and infrastructure impact. While every road cannot be improved at once, progress continues to be made across Washington Parish.

Washington Parish Government will provide weekly (click here to follow) updates regarding which roads are scheduled for work, along with any traffic impacts or temporary closures. First up are Yellow Branch Road and Lowe Road, with work scheduled to begin today.

We appreciate the patience and support of our residents as we continue investing in parish infrastructure. 

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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

Today   A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tonight   A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Friday   A 90 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Friday Night   A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Saturday   A 90 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 85. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. 

Saturday Night   A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Calm wind. 

Jury Takes Three Minutes to Convict Slidell Career Criminal

District Attorney Collin Sims announces that today (May 20, 2026), a St. Tammany Parish jury deliberated for just three minutes before returning a guilty verdict against 55-year-old Keith Edward Demoran of Slidell, Louisiana, for possession of methamphetamine.

Assistant District Attorneys Shelby Stoop and Tiffany Dover prosecuted the case on behalf of the State. Sentencing is scheduled for June 10, 2026, where the Court will consider Demoran’s lengthy criminal history spanning more than two decades of firearms and narcotics convictions.

"The swiftness of this jury's verdict speaks volumes," District Attorney Collin Sims said following the trial. "Our community has zero tolerance for repeat offenders who continually bring dangerous, illicit drugs into our neighborhoods. I am grateful for the excellent work of our ADAs and the Slidell Police Department in securing this conviction and keeping a career criminal off our streets."

The case originated on September 10, 2025, when a Slidell Police Department detective conducted a proactive patrol traffic stop on a vehicle near the intersection of Rue Rochelle and Rue Miramon in Slidell. The vehicle was initially observed traveling northbound on Lakewood Drive with no rear license plate lights functioning, and a subsequent records inquiry revealed the vehicle was uninsured.

Upon contacting the driver and sole occupant, identified as Demoran, the detective noted an expired vehicle inspection sticker. A name inquiry conducted by Slidell Police Dispatch revealed that Demoran had an outstanding active felony arrest warrant from St. Tammany Parish for misapplication of contractor payments exceeding $1,000.

Demoran was placed under arrest and advised of his constitutional rights. During a search incidental to the arrest, the detective discovered a hard, zippered case concealed inside Demoran’s pants near his groin area. Demoran initially claimed the object was a protective medical cup over an injury; however, he ultimately changed his account and admitted the case contained "crystal," a common street-level term for methamphetamine.

A search of the zippered case revealed a clear plastic bag containing a crystal-like substance, a used syringe containing a brownish-red liquid, a second used syringe, a glass smoking pipe, a blue glass smoking pipe - all bearing heavy narcotic residue - along with two cigars and a small section of paper inside a plastic baggie.

Following the arrival of assisting officers, a probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted before its mandatory impoundment for lack of insurance. During the vehicle inventory, detectives discovered an additional clear cellophane plastic baggie containing a crystal-like substance resting directly on the driver's seat where Demoran had been sitting.

The Slidell Police Department transported Demoran to the Slidell City Jail and processed the evidence. Field tests administered using a Narcotics Identification Kit (NIK) on both the crystal-like substance and the liquid inside the syringe yielded a presumptive positive color matrix response for the presence of methamphetamine.

During opening statements, ADA Shelby Stoop emphasized the undeniable nature of the evidence to the jury. "It’s not a surprise when there is a six-inch hard case of meth in your pants," Stoop told jurors. "He had the drugs in his pants and in his seat, and it was indeed meth."

District Attorney Sims extends his commendation to the Slidell Police Department for their diligent, proactive patrols and thorough investigation, which directly ensured a swift and successful prosecution.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 19, 2026

Keoka McCray (age 29) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Theft 1000-5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Desmond Penn (age 23) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Daevon Diaz (age 29) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Troy Rainey (age 56) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Fugitive by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Anyia Thompson (age 22) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Michael Rodosta (age 54) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Julie Saucier (age 57) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Keith Demoran (age 55) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer, Flight From Officer, and Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the Slidell Police Department.

Kassi King (age 32) was booked on the charges of Cruelty to Juveniles (2 counts), Simple and Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS, Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Persons Under, and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jeanluc Saucier (age 31) was booked on the charges of Cruelty to Juveniles (2 counts), Simple and Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS, and Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Persons Under by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Cherryl Scott (age 56) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Prevention Works!

Washington Parish Youth Coalition members share testimony of how "Prevention Works".

Fentanyl Awareness: A Video With Washington Parish Sheriff Jason Smith

Sheriff Jason Smith of Washington Parish, Louisiana shares his perspective on the devastating impact of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and addiction in rural Louisiana, explaining that the illicit drug crisis is not simply a law enforcement issue, but a deeply human problem affecting every family regardless of race, income, or background. Drawing from his experience leading the sheriff’s office in one of the nation’s hardest-hit areas for opioid overdoses, Smith discusses the limits of incarceration alone and emphasizes the need for a broader approach that includes treatment, mental health support, family intervention, community partnerships, employment opportunities, and stronger human connections for young people before addiction takes hold. He speaks candidly about the realities of the drug trade, the lives damaged by addiction, and why compassion, prevention, and collaboration are essential if communities hope to break the cycle and save lives.

Bogalusa Police Arrests Three After Drive-By Shooting

Last Sunday (May 17, 2026), at approximately 1:04 a.m., officers with the Bogalusa Police Department responded  to the 900 block of Wilmuth Street in reference to a report of shots fired.

Officers learned that an altercation involving multiple individuals had escalated into an exchange of gunfire near the intersection of Berne Avenue and Wilmuth Street. Witness statements and evidence collected at the scene indicated that shots had been fired from a vehicle before another individual returned fire and fled the area.

Investigators recovered multiple spent shell casings at the scene and quickly developed information identifying individuals believed to be involved. Through witness interviews, physical evidence, surveillance footage, and the execution of multiple search warrants, officers were able to locate and recover a firearm believed to have been used in the incident.

During the investigation, officers recovered a Palmetto State Armory Dagger 9mm handgun equipped with an illegal machine-gun conversion device, commonly referred to as a “switch.” Officers also recovered an additional semi-automatic handgun, ammunition, and evidence linking one of the firearms to the shooting.

As a result of the investigation, officers arrested the following individuals:

• Male (Juvenile) charged Assault by drive by shooting, Illegal carrying of weapons, Illegal possession of a handgun by juvenile, Illegal use of weapons or dangerous instruments, · Obstruction of Justice, and Manufacture, transfer, or possession of machine guns unlawful 

• Female (Juvenile) charged with Principal to assault by drive by shooting, Principal to illegal use of dangerous weapons, Obstruction of Justice, and Illegal possession of handgun by juvenile 

• Casey D. Morgan (age 36 of Bogalusa) charged with Accessory After the Fact and Obstruction of Justice 

Both juveniles were ordered held at the Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center pending a 72-hour hearing.

This remains an active investigation and additional charges and/or arrests may follow as investigators continue reviewing evidence and conducting interviews. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Bogalusa Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (985) 732-3611.

A department spokesperson stated, "The recovery of a firearm equipped with an illegal conversion device is deeply concerning. These devices can turn handguns into fully automatic weapons, dramatically increasing the risk to innocent citizens and officers alike. We remain committed to aggressively investigating violent crime and holding those responsible accountable."

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 19, 2026

Kimberly Smith (age 41 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the  charges of Sale Distribution or
Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription or Order, Prohibited Acts, Possession of Heroin, and Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Donte Carter (age 31 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Sale Distribution or Possession of Legend Drugs Without Prescription or Order, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Heroin by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

James Sullivan (age 67 with Mize, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Careless Operation and Driving While Intoxicated by the Louisiana State Police. No bond set at this time.

Tillman Pittman (age 39 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Firearm With Obliterated Serial Number and Possession of Marijuana by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond set at $20000.00.

Ryan Rome (age 42 with Slidell, La. address) was booked on the charges of Careless Operation, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Schedule III Drugs, Possession of Schedule IV Drugs, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $12000.00.

Jason Daigle (age 49 with address not listed) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.

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

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 18, 2026

Marco Lemus (age 55) was booked on the charges of Fugitive, Possession of Schedule II, Proper Equipment Required on Vehicles, Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear, and Contempt of Court by the Mandeville Police Department.

Trevell Fleming (age 22) was booked on the charge of Hit and Run by the Mandeville Police Department.

Matthew Daniel (age 43) was booked on the charges of Accessory After the Fact (2 counts), Theft Less Than 1000, and Theft 1000-5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Deanna Anderson (age 41) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Drug Paraphernalia, and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Christopher Brown (age 37) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Byron Seymore (age 51) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.

Jennifer McCain (age 49) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.

John Roberts (age 38) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the Slidell Police Department.

Marcus Clay (age 25) was booked on the charges of Illegal Carrying of Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by Convicted Felon, Illegal Possession of Stolen Firearms, and Possession of Schedule I by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tourean Cousin (age 33) was booked on the charge of Fugitive and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tara Smith (age 55) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Gary Costanza (age 62) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the Covington Police Department.

Felicia Ricard (age 36) was booked on the charge of Simple Criminal Damage to Property by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tayler Rushing (age 20) was booked on the charge of Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Amanda Flocke (age 40) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Brent Mullen (age 37) was booked on the charges of Driving Under Suspension, Possession of Schedule II, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, and Failure to Stop/Yield by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Peyton Robbins (age 28) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and No Brake Lights/No Turn Signals by the Covington Police Department.

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

Obituary

Cody Burns Riley

June 21, 1995 - May 18, 2026

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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

Today   A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tonight   A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low around 69. Calm wind. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Thursday   A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Thursday Night   A 70 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm. 

Friday   A 100 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 82. South wind 5 to 10 mph. 

Friday Night   A 60 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm. 

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Obituary

Marguerite Irene Thomas Lipani 

September 12, 1936 – May 14, 2026

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 17-18, 2026

Philip Strong (age 45 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Stop Signs and Yield Signs Violations, Driving While Intoxicated (3rd Offense), Open Container in Vehicle, and Improper Lane Usage by the Franklinton Police Department. Bond set at $30000.00

Michael Martin (age 23 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of 2nd Degree Murder by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $750000.00.

Reid Miley (age 44) with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Speeding 31-40 Over Limit, Driving Under Suspension, and Resisting Arrest by Flight by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $3500.00.

Eldridge McDonnell (age 65 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery (2nd Offense) by the Franklinton.Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Joshua Guffey (age 46 with Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Distribution of Schedule I CDS, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, Possession of CDS in Presence of Juvenile, Distribution to Persons Under Age 18, and Indecent Behavior With Juvenile(s) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Eddie Johnson (age 24 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation, False Imprisonment, and Domestic Abuse Battery by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Brooke Ramsey (age 35 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Introduction of Contraband to Correctional Facility, Resisting an Officer, Battery of Correctional Facility Employee, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Casey Morgan (age 36 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Obstruction of Justice (Damage/Conceal/Vandalism) and Accessory After the Fact by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Ivory Holmes (age 31 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole. No bond set at this time.

Robert Hodge (age 56 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Bogalusa Police Department and on the charge of Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Samantha Creel (age 36 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts/Schedule II, Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness, Resisting an Officer, and Obscenity by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.

Wilson Jones (age 65 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Mirrors Required, Driving With Suspended License, and Theft 1000-5000 by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Jessica Cooley (age 44 with Lacombe, La. address) was booked on the charges of Failure to Appear (2 counts) and Bond Surrender (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

Jaquen Causey (age 55 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.

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

Tip Leads to Major Drug and Weapons Seizure in Lacombe

In early May, detectives with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit received an anonymous tip regarding drug activity at a residence in the 29000 block of Erindale Drive in Lacombe.

On May 11, 2026, detectives arrived at the residence and executed a search warrant, which led to the discovery and seizure of 20.92 pounds of marijuana, 131.5 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, 102.1 grams of hash, 1 gram of amphetamine powder, 1.5 dosage units of THC edibles, 1 gram of THC powder, 2 jars of THC wax/resin, 104 ml of THC liquid, 117 THC vape cartridges, 265 doses of LSD/acid, 42.4 grams of kratom, 2 dosage units of clonazepam, 1 dosage unit of alprazolam/Xanax (blue), 17 dosage units of alprazolam/Xanax (yellow), 557.5 dosage units of alprazolam/Xanax (white), 1 gram of fentanyl powder, 1 syringe filled with fentanyl liquid, 1 gram of MDMA/ecstasy, Less than 1 gram of methamphetamine, 94 dosage
units of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, 47 unidentified pills/tablets, 19 improvised explosive devices, 15 unlawfully possessed firearms, including two fully automatic machine guns and one stolen handgun, Several unlawfully possessed firearm suppressors (silencers), Assorted drug paraphernalia, and $8,785.50 in cash.

Two residents, 40-year-old Dustin Galland and 40-year-old Amanda Haskins, were arrested and booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on numerous narcotics and firearms-related offenses.

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

Obituary

Lola Sheets Wimberley

March 4, 1932 - May 16, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for May 17, 2026

Mitchell Blair (age 56) was booked on the charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Driving Under Suspension, Open Container in Motor Vehicle, Improper Lane Use, Possession of Schedule II, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Lynn Deshotel (age 71) was booked on the charges of DWI and Careless Operation by the Causeway Bridge Police.

Christopher Guillot (age 36) was booked on the charges of Operating While Intoxicated (3rd Offense),
Prohibited Acts/Schedule II, and Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle by the Slidell Police Department.

Christy Youngblood (age 38) was booked on the charge of Theft Less Than 1000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tomas Agustin-Lopez (age 26) was booked on the charges of DWI, No Red or Green Lights on Front of Vehicle, No Child Restraint, and Driver Must be Licensed by the Louisiana State Police.

Luis Zambrano (age 30) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Elijah Minnieweather (age 22) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Luther Taylor (age 68) was booked on the charges of Sexual Battery Involving Victim Under the Age of Thirteen and Indecent Behavior With a Juvenile by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Stephen Arthur (age 35) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Violation of Protection Order by the Pearl River Police Department.

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

Demetrius Fernandez (age 62) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment and Domestic Abuse Battery by the Slidell Police Department.

Wayne Williams (age 46) was booked on the charges of Fugitive, Simple Criminal Damage to Property 1000 to Under 50000, Violation of Protection Order, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the Mandeville Police Department.

Joshua Duplantis (age 35) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jason Kron (age 51) was booked on the charges of Entry on or Remaining in Places or on Land After Being Forbidden, Taking Contraband to and from a Penal Institution, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Payton Hicks (age 28) was booked on the charge of Illegal Use of Weapons by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Timothy Carty (age 44) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Child Endangerment by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Christina Perez (age 39) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule IV, Possession of Schedule I, Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Persons Under, and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the Covington Police Department.

Abigail Fontenot (age 28) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer, Battery of a Police Officer, and Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Covington Police Department.

Jonathan Rainey (age 33) was booked on the charges of DWI, Driving Left of Center, and Careless Operation by the Louisiana State Police.

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

Missing Hammond Man Found Deceased

Monday (May 18, 2026) afternoon, Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office deputies recovered the body of who is believed to be 34-year-old Dustin Sharp of Hammond based on matching physical features including tattoos.

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A team of workers discovered the body along the Natalbany Creek north of Highway 22 in the Pumpkin Center area, about a mile from where Sharp's bike was found. The Tangipahoa Parish Coroner's Office will be conducting an autopsy to determine cause and manner of death.

While that work is underway, detectives continue to encourage the public to share any information it may have regarding Dustin's whereabouts between his disappearance and discovery. 

On May 15, 2026 relatives reported Dustin Sharp missing from Oscar Starkey Lane in the Pumpkin Center area. They said he disappeared into the woods on  May 10, 2026 after learning upsetting news. His bike was located near a pond in the area that he was known to frequent.