Zachary Dean Armijo
September 10, 1990 - April 3, 2026
April 11, 2026
LSP's Operation “Dirty Deeds” in Washington Parish
Over the past several months, the Louisiana State Police Narcotics/Violent Crime Task Force (NVCTF) conducted a comprehensive investigation into a Drug Trafficking Organization (DTO) operating in Washington Parish. This joint operation was carried out in collaboration with the 22nd Judicial District Court District Attorney’s Office, and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
The multi-agency investigation led investigators to execute multiple arrest and search warrants on April 9, 2026. As a result of the overall investigation, large quantities of heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine and seven firearms were seized, and eight individuals were arrested at multiple residences within Washington Parish and booked into the Washington Parish Jail.
Those arrested and the charges are:
- 51-year-old Christopher Fendley of Franklinton, LA: Distribution of a Schedule II CDS (4 counts), Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS, Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of a CDS.
- 52-year-old Damon Brown of Franklinton, LA: Possession of a Schedule II CDS, Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS, Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of a CDS, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
- 46-year-old Chrissy Dykes of Franklinton, LA: Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS
- 55-year-old Raymond Hart of Franklinton, LA: Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS, Possession with the intent to Distribute Schedule II CDS, Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of a CDS, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
- 28-year-old Luke White of Franklinton, LA: Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS
- 35-year-old Kiefer Dedon of Franklinton, LA: Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS
- 43-year-old Rafel Magee of Franklinton, LA: Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS
- 43-year-old Roan Bickham of Franklinton, LA: Conspiracy to Distribute/Possess a CDS
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
The Narcotics/Violent Crime Task Force is led by the Louisiana State Police and includes personnel from the LSP Bureau of Investigation - Criminal Investigations Division, the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, the Hammond Police Department, the Slidell Police Department, the 22nd JDC District Attorney’s Office and various federal law enforcement agencies.
These arrests highlight the essential collaboration between local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. By working together, these agencies continue to address the devastating impact of drug trafficking and violent crime within our communities.
District Attorney Collin Sims stated, “This operation sends a strong message that drug trafficking and the violence that accompanies it will not be tolerated in our communities. Through close coordination with Louisiana State Police and our law enforcement partners, our office remains committed to prosecuting these cases to the fullest extent of the law and ensuring those responsible are held accountable.”
The Louisiana State Police urges the public to report suspicious activity and provide tips through the secure online reporting system at www.lsp.org. Citizens can also contact the Louisiana State Police Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for April 10, 2026
Tyler Dufrene (age 24 with Tylertown, Ms. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by
Probation and Parole. No bond set at this time.
Jeremiah Gales (age 21 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Marijuana, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Illegal Use of Weapons or Dangerous Instrumentalities, Protective Order Violation/2nd or Subsequent Violation (2 counts), and Illegal Carrying of Weapon (2 counts) by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Lucious Brister (age 73 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Prohibited Acts/Schedule II, and Resisting Arrest by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Kelsey Magee (age 34 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the 22nd Judicial and on the charge of Burglary of Inhabited Dwelling and Possession of Stolen Things Under 1000 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
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Today Areas of fog before 10am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 84. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight Patchy fog after 4am. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 57. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Light east wind becoming south 10 to 15 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 61. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light southeast after midnight.
April 10, 2026
Another Reminder of Our Dangerous World: 20-Year-Old Busted With Guns & Drugs
The Hammond Police Department reports that on April 8, 2026, the HPD Narcotics Division, HPD Swat Team, and the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at an apartment on Morris Road.
The subject of their investigation, Quinton Jennings Jr., age 20 and of Hammond, was not present at the time. During the search, Jennings arrived at the apartment complex, but, noticing police activity, drove away. Patrol officers conducted a traffic stop on Jennings, and he was taken into custody. Jennings was found to be in possession of a loaded AR-15 style pistol.
A search of Jennings's residence produced the following:
- - Micro Draco semi-automatic pistol loaded with a high-capacity magazine
- - Glock handgun equipped with a machine gun conversion device (MCD) and loaded extended magazine
- - Phoenix 25-caliber semi-automatic handgun with the serial number removed
- - Glock handgun with two different serial numbers
- - Large amount of ammunition
- - Several high-capacity magazines
- - Spent ammunition catcher
- - Approximately 128 grams of suspected marijuana
- - Drug paraphernalia including a digital scale
Jennings was booked on the following charges:
- - Possession with intent to distribute marijuana
- - Possession of drug paraphernalia
- - Two counts of possession of a firearm in the presence of controlled dangerous substances
- - Possession of a firearm with obliterated serial number
- - Possession of a machine gun
Another individual, Tredyn Barnes, 22 years old and of Hammond, was present during the search and was arrested for multiple outstanding warrants through TPSO.
The semi-automatic handgun had been modified into a fully-automatic firearm by a machine gun conversion device (MCD), commonly referred to as a "switch," which is illegal under both State and federal laws. The Hammond Police Department takes these violations seriously and will refer to the investigation the United States Attorneys' Office for potential federal prosecution. This referral will be automatic going forward. Possession of illegal firearms and devices that illegally modify firearms into fully-automatic firearms will not be tolerated.
HPD would like to thank the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and Homeland Security Investigations for their assistance in this investigation.
If you have information on someone possessing and/or selling illegal firearms or devices, please contact the Hammond Police Department Narcotics Division at 985-277-5700.
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for April 9, 2026
Chrissy Dykes (age 46 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs by the Louisiana State Police. No bond set at this time.
Damon Brown (age 52 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs by the Louisiana State Police. Bond set at $15000.00.
Domanic Bullock (age 42 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Improper Lane Usage, No Drivers License, Resisting an Officer, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond set at $10000.00.
Kiefer Dedon (age 35 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs by the Louisiana State Police. Bond set at $15000.00.
Christopher Fendley (age 51 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs, Possession of Schedule 1 Drugs, and Possession of Schedule II Drugs by Louisiana State Police. No bond set at this time.
Roan Bickham (age 43 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs by the Louisiana State Police. No bond set at this time.
Rafael Magee (age 43 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs by the Louisiana State Police. No bond set at this time.
Clayton Pierce (age 40 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse/Aggravated Assault and Bond Surrender by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $32500.00.
Luke White (age 38 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs by the Louisiana State Police. No bond set at this time.
Travious Nelson (age 43 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Cruelty to Infirm and Second Degree Battery by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Shawna Cassidy (age 33 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked In From Court and on the charge of Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
John Trotter (age 28 with Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charge of Mail Theft by the Washington Parish Sheriffs Office. No bond set at this time.
Raymond Hart (age 55 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule II Drugs, Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm, Attempt and Conspiracy to Distribute Schedule II and Schedule 1 Drugs by the Louisiana State Police and on the charges of Failure to Pay Fine (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Tameka Robertson (age 31 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule III Drugs, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and Possession of Schedule IV Drugs by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
William Etzold (age 44 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Theft 5000-25000 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
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Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the morning.
Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Saturday Sunny, with a high near 84. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 57. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Light southeast wind becoming south 10 to 15 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
April 09, 2026
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for April 7-8, 2026
Jeffrey Boyd (age 52 with no address listed) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Neil Kelly (age 40 with Folsom, La. address) was booked on the charges of License Plate Required, Driving Under Suspension, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Open Container in Vehicle, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, and Possession of Marijuana (2nd Offense) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Jordan Jones (age 30 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriffs Office and on the charges of No Proof of Insurance, Driving Under Suspension, and Careless Operation 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
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Today Sunny, with a high near 80. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 57. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East wind around 5 mph.
Friday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Saturday Sunny, with a high near 84. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 58. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
April 08, 2026
Elderly Kentwood-area Person Scammed Out of Over $800,000 in Gold
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO), in collaboration with the Collin County (TX) Sheriff’s Office, has arrested a New Jersey man for scamming an elderly Tangipahoa Parish resident out of hundreds of thousands of dollars in gold.
Nigam Bhatt, age 25, has been booked on Extortion charges. Bhatt lives in Parsippany, New Jersey, but is in the U.S. on a work visa from India.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Over the weekend, detectives in Collin County contacted TPSO about an investigation they were conducting into a gold scam operation. The scheme involves victims being contacted and told their bank account and social security benefits are frozen and can only be released with an exchange of gold. Through that investigation, detectives discovered several unsuspecting, senior citizen victims, including one in the Kentwood area.
At the direction of Criminal Investigations Captain John Gardner, a team from TPSO was able to learn about the scammer’s next trip locally. On Tuesday (April 7, 2026), with assistance from the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office, Bhatt was taken into custody before he could take more than $800,000 in gold from the victim.
This investigation is still ongoing and widespread. If you believe you or a loved one has been the victim of a scam like this, contact the TPSO Criminal Investigations Division at 985-902-2088.
Sheriff Gerald Sticker reminds residents to be suspicious of any calls about their financial accounts. You’re advised to hang up and call your banking institution to verify the caller’s claims. Residents are also advised to never provide personal or financial information over the phone and never send money or valuables to strangers online, by mail or through suspicious meet-ups.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today Partly sunny, with a high near 78. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 54. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Thursday Sunny, with a high near 79. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East wind around 5 mph.
Friday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
April 07, 2026
Carley Donald Provost II Indicted for Murder
District Attorney Collin Sims announces that a Washington Parish Grand Jury returned a true bill today (April 7, 2026), indicting Carley Donald Provost II, 47, of Bogalusa, Louisiana, on the charges of Second Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm by a Person Convicted of Certain Felonies.
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The charges stem from an incident that occurred on December 29, 2025. According to investigators with the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a shooting in Bogalusa, where they discovered the victim, Reno Miley, deceased at the scene from multiple gunshot wounds.
Assistant District Attorney Jay Adair is the lead prosecutor on this case, and Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office Captain Corbet Hunt is the lead investigator.
Following this indictment, Provost will be scheduled for a formal arraignment in the 22nd Judicial District Court, where he will enter a plea.
As this is a pending and ongoing criminal matter, the Office of the District Attorney for the 22nd Judicial District will have no further comment at this time.
An indictment is an accusation. All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Office of the District Attorney for the 22nd Judicial District Partners with Hope House for Child Abuse Prevention Month
The Office of the District Attorney for the 22nd Judicial District is proud to announce its participation in National Child Abuse Prevention Month throughout April. To launch this year’s awareness campaign, representatives from the District Attorney’s Office joined members of the Children’s Advocacy Center - Hope House yesterday (April 6, 2026) to plant a "pinwheel garden" outside the St. Tammany Parish Justice Center.
The blue pinwheel is the national symbol for child abuse prevention, representing the safe and healthy childhood every child deserves.
"Protecting the children of our community is a fundamental mission of our office,” said District Attorney Collin Sims. "Through our close partnership with Hope House, we work tirelessly to ensure that victims receive the justice they deserve and the support they need to heal. These pinwheels are a visible reminder that we stand united against child abuse."
Participating in the event were Hope House Executive Director Thomas Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney Zachary Popovich, Heather Denenea, and Allison Linsten.
Hope House provides a path to recovery for local victims of child abuse through a coordinated response between law enforcement, the DA’s office, and medical and mental health professionals. By working together under one roof, these agencies reduce the trauma experienced by child victims during the investigative and legal processes.
Residents are encouraged to join the local fight against child abuse by visiting CACHopeHouse.org to learn about advocacy, training programs, and how to support survivors in St. Tammany and Washington Parishes.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for April 4-6, 2026
Fredrick Warren (age 59 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Driving While Intoxicated by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Tytiona Purvis (age 26 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Aggravated Flight From an Officer, MVI Switched, No Drivers License, Fugitive Other Jurisdiction, and Failure to Appear (2 counts) by the Louisiana State Police. Bond set at $25000.00
Leroy Ellis (age 54 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Protective Order Violation by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Rakheem Jackson (age 35 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of No Bike Headlight, Resisting Arrest by Flight, Obstruction of Justice (Damage/Conceal/Vandalism), Possession of Schedule II Drugs, and Possession of Schedule III Drugs by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond information is incomplete at this time.
Matthew Azcona (age 47 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of Speeding 21-30 Over Limit, No Taillight, Improper Lane Usage, Proper Equipment Required, Gross Littering Prohibited, Open Container in Vehicle, and Driving While Intoxicated/Underage by Louisiana State Police. Bond information is incomplete at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Unruly Patient Arrested at Riverside Medical Center
Last Thursday (April 3, 2026), officers with the Franklinton Police Department responded to Riverside Medical Center in reference to an unruly patient.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with hospital security, who advised that an unidentified male, later identified as 27-year-old Shaquille Barnes of Franklinton, had been in the waiting area for an extended period of time. Security personnel advised that the individual could not remain in the waiting area without being seen. The individual subsequently requested medical attention and was admitted for evaluation by emergency room staff. While inside the emergency department, officers observed the individual becoming loud, argumentative, and disruptive toward medical personnel. Following medical evaluation, the individual was discharged and advised by hospital staff and security that he was required to leave the premises.
The individual refused to comply with lawful instructions to leave the property. When officers attempted to detain him, he actively resisted by pulling away, kicking, and refusing verbal commands. While being escorted from the emergency room, the individual continued to resist and became physically combative with officers. Due to his continued resistance, officers were forced to take the individual to the ground in an effort to gain control. While on the ground, he continued aggressive behavior, including striking and spitting on officers. Officers ultimately regained control of the individual and placed him into custody. The individual’s actions disrupted emergency room operations, endangered medical staff and law enforcement personnel, and resulted in criminal charges.
Shaquille Barnes was arrested and booked into the Washington Parish Jail on the charges of Entry/Remain on Premises After Being Forbidden, Disturbing the Peace/Loud & Abusive Language, Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, Battery on a Police Officer, Battery on an Officer With Injury (2 counts), and Leash Law Violation by the Franklinton Police Department.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Partly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Sunny, with a high near 78. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 55. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
April 06, 2026
LSU AgCenter to Host Spring Garden Day and Plant Sale!
The LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station will host its fifth annual Spring Garden Day and Plant Sale on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to noon at the station located at 21549 Old Covington Highway, Hammond, LA 70403.
This rain-or-shine, family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
Visitors will find one of the widest plant selections in the region, including Louisiana Super Plants, annual bedding plants, perennials, pollinator favorites, tropicals, houseplants, herbs, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and unique specialty selections grown right at the research station.
At 10:30 a.m., horticulture expert Dr. Allen Owings will deliver a special guest presentation.
The Southeastern Louisiana Nursery Association (SELNA) will host a nursery trade show featuring vendor booths offering plants, garden goods, and horticultural products. The Tangipahoa Master Gardener Association (TPMGA) will also join the festivities with children’s activities, a mini plant sale, plant swap, educational booths, and a garden shop.
Refreshments will be available for purchase from Drink’n & Jav’n Coffee and the Hammond High School IBoosters Club.
For a full schedule of activities and event details, please visit https://tinyurl.com/y6sbrxm4. The LSU AgCenter provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. Find detailed information at www.lsuagcenter.com/eeo. Should you need any ADA accommodations, please contact the station at 985-543-4125 no later than 10 days prior to the event.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
For an extended forecast and more details, go to our weather page.
Today Partly sunny, with a high near 70. Northeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 46. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday A 30 percent chance of showers after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wednesday Night A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
April 04, 2026
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for April 3, 2026
David Bonnette (age 36 with Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Failure to Appear (2 counts), Possession of Marijuana, and Obstruction of Justice/Evidence Tampering by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond information is incomplete at this time.
Shaquille Barnes (age 27 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Entry/Remain on Premises After Being Forbidden, Disturbing the Peace/Loud & Abusive Language, Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, Battery on a Police Officer, Battery on an Officer With Injury (2 counts), and Leash Law Violation by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Marcus Kagler (age 53 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Entry/Remain After Being Forbidden and Interfering With Emergency Communication by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Amanda Mingo (age 40 with Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Criminal Trespass by the Franklinton Police Department. No bond set at this time.
***All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty***
Driver and Passenger Killed in Washington Parish Crash
On Friday (April 3, 2026), at approximately 1:20 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L responded to a two-vehicle crash on LA Highway 21 near Lon Miley Road in Washington Parish. The crash claimed the life of 35-year-old Zachary D. Armijo of Bogalusa and a juvenile passenger, whose identity is being withheld pending identification.
The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2017 Chevrolet Cruz, driven by Armijo, was traveling south on LA Highway 21. At the same time, a Volvo Tractor Trailer was traveling north on LA Highway 21. For reasons still under investigation, the Chevrolet crossed the centerline and struck the Volvo head-on. Following the crash, the Chevrolet caught fire and became fully engulfed in flames.
Armijo was ejected from the vehicle and died at the scene. The juvenile passenger sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. Due to the severity of the crash, seatbelt use is unknown at this time. The driver of the Volvo, who was properly restrained, was uninjured.
As part of the ongoing investigation, routine toxicology samples were obtained from both drivers for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers remind motorists of the importance of making responsible decisions while operating a motor vehicle. Never drive impaired, fatigued, or distracted. Additionally, Louisiana law requires that every occupant of a motor vehicle, regardless of seating position, remain properly restrained at all times. While not all crashes are survivable, taking simple precautions like these can often mean the difference between life and death.
Local Forecast for the Next Few Days
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Today A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight A 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low around 60. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Sunday A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 70. North wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Sunday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. North wind around 10 mph.
Monday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 69. Northeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
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