Burnettie Crain Toney
June 19, 1932 - March 15, 2018
March 16, 2018
Bogalusa: Two 11 Year-Olds Struck While Boarding School Bus
The Bogalusa Police Department responded today (March 15, 2018) at 6:40 AM in response to two eleven year-olds being struck by a vehicle while attempting to board a school bus at the intersection of Marshall Richardson Road and Meadowlea Street. The bus was stopped with the red lights flashing and stop signs deployed.A vehicle driven by Willie Johnson (66) of Bogalusa failed to stop and struck both children as they were crossing the road to board the bus. The male victim was transported to St. Tammany Hospital in Covington and then airlifted to Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital In Baton Rouge, where he is now in stable condition. The female victim was transported to St. Tammany Hospital in Covington and later to North Oaks Hospital in Hammond where she is now in stable condition.
Johnson first told the officers that he was a passenger and that the driver had fled the scene. However, all witnesses identified Johnson as the driver.
Johnson was arrested on the charges of Overtaking and Passing School Buses, Resisting an Officer (Providing false information), No Insurance, Expired Drivers License, Unsafe Vehicle, 2 counts of Vehicular Negligent Injury and Driving While Intoxicated (suspected drug use).
Two St. Tammany Students Arrested for Terrorizing
Two more students in St. Tammany Parish have been arrested after sending messages via social media threatening to do harm at their respective schools.A 13-year-old former Fontainebleau Junior High student, who was already expelled from the school for an unrelated issue, was arrested for Terrorizing after he sent a message to fellow students Thursday morning (March 15, 2018) saying he planned to “shoot up” the school Friday.
An 11-year-old student at Abita Springs Middle School was also arrested for Terrorizing Thursday after he sent a message via his parent’s social media account saying he planned to “blow the top off” his school Friday.
Both students were booked into the Florida Parish Juvenile Detention Center.
“Bad Water” Issues and More at Franklinton Aldermen Meeting
The Franklinton Board of Aldermen meeting Tuesday evening (March 13, 2018) saw the Mayor and Aldermen divided on two items of new business.
The first was the introduction of an ordinance amending the Town's current ordinance dealing with alcoholic beverages. Mayor Dillon prevailed in delaying the introduction of the ordinance, even though two Aldermen pointed out that the item was an introduction only (discussion and vote occurring at the next scheduled meeting). His reasons for the delay was the importance of the issues, the need for more time to review the proposed ordinance, and the need for all of the aldermen to be able to provide input and to vote. (Alderman Heath Spears was absent)
The second new business item on the agenda was a resolution authorizing Mayor Richard Dillon to sign a servitude agreement with Mile Branch Investments, Inc. to provide water and sewage service. Over the objections of Mayor Dillon, the Aldermen prevailed in tabling consideration of the resolution, citing the need for time to review the proposal.
Resident Johnny Green addressed the Board with questions regarding water quality. He, and apparently others, have experienced discolored water and described how “you can't see your feet in the bathtub”. A discussion was held regarding the cause and possible solutions.
Also on March 13, WWLTV's Ashley Rodrigue reported on similar issues in Tangipahoa and St. Tammany parishes. Read about it by clicking here.
The first was the introduction of an ordinance amending the Town's current ordinance dealing with alcoholic beverages. Mayor Dillon prevailed in delaying the introduction of the ordinance, even though two Aldermen pointed out that the item was an introduction only (discussion and vote occurring at the next scheduled meeting). His reasons for the delay was the importance of the issues, the need for more time to review the proposed ordinance, and the need for all of the aldermen to be able to provide input and to vote. (Alderman Heath Spears was absent)
The second new business item on the agenda was a resolution authorizing Mayor Richard Dillon to sign a servitude agreement with Mile Branch Investments, Inc. to provide water and sewage service. Over the objections of Mayor Dillon, the Aldermen prevailed in tabling consideration of the resolution, citing the need for time to review the proposal.
Resident Johnny Green addressed the Board with questions regarding water quality. He, and apparently others, have experienced discolored water and described how “you can't see your feet in the bathtub”. A discussion was held regarding the cause and possible solutions.
Also on March 13, WWLTV's Ashley Rodrigue reported on similar issues in Tangipahoa and St. Tammany parishes. Read about it by clicking here.
Franklinton Council 03132018 from Mt. Hermon Web-TV on Vimeo.
Franklinton Area Man in Jail for Fourteenth Time
Acting on numerous complaints from concerned citizens, the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force detectives and agents from the Louisiana Department of Probation and Parole arrested Franklinton area resident Terry Lane Watson (37) on March 15, 2018.Watson was arrested at his residence and officers recovered several used and unused syringes with needles attached and a digital scale. While dressing Watson out in jail clothing, officers discovered a zip-lock baggie containing methamphetamine in one of his pockets. Watson was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Watson is currently on probation and no bond has been set at this time.
Watson has a history of multiple arrests for drug offenses, driving while intoxicated, burglary, theft, contempt of court and probation violation.
“Spring Aboard” Boating Safety Campaign
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) are encouraging boaters to enroll in a boating education course prior to the kickoff of the boating season.There are seven free boating education courses across the state from March 18-24. Spring Aboard week is the perfect reminder and opportunity for anyone that needs to get boating certified before the spring and summer boating seasons.Boating education courses are mandatory for anyone in Louisiana born after January 1, 1984 who operates a motorboat over 10 horsepower.
To register for an LDWF boating education course please visit visit www.wlf.louisiana.gov/boating/courses.
Bogalusa City Jail Booking Information for March 13-14, 2018
Kasey A. Thomas was booked 03/13 on the charge of Failure to Appear (Bogalusa City Court)
Arjan Neza was booked 03/14 on the charge of Fugitive from Ascension Parish
Maxwell Carroll was booked 03/14 on the charges of Criminal Mischief, Criminal Trespass and Public Drunkenness
Arjan Neza was booked 03/14 on the charge of Fugitive from Ascension Parish
Maxwell Carroll was booked 03/14 on the charges of Criminal Mischief, Criminal Trespass and Public Drunkenness
March 15, 2018
Help the WPSO Identify These Criminals
The Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted burglary and criminal trespass on Old Lake Road in Mt. Hermon. On March 5, two men were pictured arriving at the residence around 7:45 and leaving after about ten minutes and after making several trips back to their vehicle.
The men were wearing gloves and partial disguises. They were driving a 2002-2006 Toyota Camry painted in Aqua Blue metallic with plastic chrome 5-spoke hub caps. The vehicle’s inspection sticker had a yellow tag indicating it had expired in 2016. Vehicle windows have a light tint and there was no permanent license plate, only a paper plate.
Any person who recognizes either of these individuals is asked to contact Detective Kody Glenn at (985) 839-3434, extension 2054, or email Detective Glenn at kglenn@wpso.la.gov.
The men were wearing gloves and partial disguises. They were driving a 2002-2006 Toyota Camry painted in Aqua Blue metallic with plastic chrome 5-spoke hub caps. The vehicle’s inspection sticker had a yellow tag indicating it had expired in 2016. Vehicle windows have a light tint and there was no permanent license plate, only a paper plate.
Any person who recognizes either of these individuals is asked to contact Detective Kody Glenn at (985) 839-3434, extension 2054, or email Detective Glenn at kglenn@wpso.la.gov.
Bogalusan Accused of Theft from an Incapacitated Woman
The Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office arrested Cynthia Watson (43) of Bogalusa on March 12, 2018 on the charges of simple robbery, theft and three counts of unauthorized use of a debit card.On March 4, 2018, when a driver with a medical condition stopped at a business on Highway 21 near Bogalusa, surveillance video from the business reportedly showed Watson stop her vehicle. But instead of checking on the driver, Watson took the victim's cash and debit cards from her purse and looked inside the trunk of the victim’s vehicle.
Watson then allegedly went to Wal Mart in Covington and made purchases with the stolen debit cards. She returned to Bogalusa, went to the local Wal Mart, and returned the purchases to obtain a refund.
The crime was investigated by Detective Demmie Rice. Sheriff Randy Seal commented. “Great job, Detective Rice. Watson’s selfishness landed her in jail and now she must deal with the judicial system. It is so gratifying to me as your Sheriff to see positive results from the hard work done by our officers.”
Sheriff Seal Encourages Citizens “Do Not Litter”
Washington Parish is a beautiful area with abundant farmlands, forest lands, streams and other resources. What a pleasure it is to drive throughout our parish and view all that we have been given. I am concerned, though, when I drive through areas where the roadsides are cluttered with unsightly litter. This is not an expression of who or what we are as a parish.
Soon I will be placing signs at strategic locations where roadside litter is evident. Please read these signs carefully and let them serve as a reminder not to litter. If you have items in your vehicle that you want to discard, please hold on to them until you are home or in another location where there is a litter disposal container. Litter control begins with each of us.
Washington Parish Jail Booking Information for March 13, 2018
Darnell Reed was booked 03/13 on the charges of Business/Commercial Burglary (2 counts), Resisting an Officer, and Simple Burglary (2 counts)
William Secrist was booked 03/13 on the charge of Probation Violation
Phillip Lorio was booked 03/13 on the charge of Parole Violation
William Secrist was booked 03/13 on the charge of Probation Violation
Phillip Lorio was booked 03/13 on the charge of Parole Violation
March 14, 2018
Bogalusa Police Recovers Child Taken by the Father
A Bogalusa Police Officer was reportedly flagged down on Austin Street on Wednesday (March 7, 2018) by a hysterical mother, upset that her child was being taken away by the child's father. The Officer saw a vehicle leaving and ordered the driver to stop. The driver disobeyed the Officer's orders and left at a high rate of speed, disobeying the traffic light at the intersection of Austin Street and Carolina Avenue.The complainant identified the driver as Tristian Gill (21) of Bogalusa and stated that Gill probably went to a relative's residence on W. 8th Street.
Officers went to the residence and located Gill's vehicle, Gill, and the child. Gill was placed under arrest and, during the pat down search, a small plastic baggie of suspected marijuana was located in Gill's pants pocket.
Gill was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Disobeyed Red Light, Child Desertion and Simple Possession of Marijuana.
The child was unharmed and turned back over to the mother.
Bogalusa City Jail Booking Information for March 12, 2018
Christopher Black was booked on 03/12 to serve 180 days
Ashley Knight was booked 03/12 to serve 25 days
Matthew J. Mims was booked 03/12 on the charge of Theft under $100.00
Richard Bolgiano was booked 03/12 on the charge of Failure to Appear (Bogalusa City Court)
Treshawn Davis was booked 03/12 on the charge of Failure to Appear (Bogalusa City Court)
Ashley Knight was booked 03/12 to serve 25 days
Matthew J. Mims was booked 03/12 on the charge of Theft under $100.00
Richard Bolgiano was booked 03/12 on the charge of Failure to Appear (Bogalusa City Court)
Treshawn Davis was booked 03/12 on the charge of Failure to Appear (Bogalusa City Court)
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