May 24, 2022
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May 23, 2022
Slidell Police Foil Theft Attempt by Several Metairie Juveniles
The Slidell Police Department reports that recently several juveniles from Metairie came to Slidell in two stolen cars, armed with a gun, and sought out to burglarize and steal. They got caught in the process of stealing a Ford F-150.
When Slidell Police responded, all of the suspects fled in the stolen vehicles...the newly stolen 2021 F-150, a 2019 Nissan Versa, and a 2007 Honda Civic. Three pursuits were initiated. The 2007 Honda Civic crashed by the Highway 11 bridge. The 15-year-old juvenile tried to run, but was quickly apprehended. Inside on the front passenger seat was a Sig Sauer .40 caliber P250, loaded and ready to go. The F-150 and Versa continued on to New Orleans, with officers in chase. The Versa crashed in NOLA East and the F-150 was later found in Metairie. SPD has identified the ones who got away.
The juvenile suspects are facing the following charges: Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Illegal Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, Illegal Possession of a Firearm, Aggravated Flight from an Officer, Possession of Burglary Tools, Resisting an Officer.
SPD expressed their thanks to their fellow brothers and sisters in blue at the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana State Police, NOPD, and JPSO for their assistance
SPD's reporting of the incident included the following: “Your Slidell Police Department relentlessly fights crime coming to our city. As you know, we don't give up, we don't stop, and we catch em'! As was the case in this crazy story...”
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 21-22, 2022
Heather Miller (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Possession of Schedule II Drugs by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $5000.00.
Jonathan Peters (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer, Resisting a Police Officer with Force or Violence, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Heroin, Obstruction of Justice/Evidence Tampering, Possession of CDS with Weapon Present, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Distribution of Schedule 1 CDS (2 counts), Possession of Stolen Property, and Failure to Appear (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $260,000.00.
Jaden Spurlock (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Resisting an Officer/Flight on Foot by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $750.00.
Lenzell Livers (New Orleans, La. address) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer/Flight on Foot, Obstruction of Justice/Evidence Tampering, Possession of Marijuana, and Contempt of Court by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $4500.00.
Hayward Partman (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Possession of Marijuana, Improper Lane Usage, and No Drivers License by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $3500.00.
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May 22, 2022
Sheriff Seal Announces Deployment of Body Cameras
In an effort to improve transparency, Washington Parish Sheriff Randy “Country” Seal is equipping its enforcement deputies with body cameras, and citizens will begin seeing them in use as early as next week.
Sheriff Seal signed a contract with Axon Enterprise (formerly TASER International) to purchase body cameras for criminal patrol enforcement deputies with plans to expand to narcotics, civil and investigations as budgeting permits.
The $186,000, five-year contract includes not only the cameras, but also the necessary training and, more importantly, the storage and records management for the cameras and footage. As part of the contract, Axon Enterprise provided the necessary training on the usage of the cameras.
Sheriff Seal said purchasing body cameras has been one of his top priorities. “Our administration made the effort to find the money in the agency’s general fund to purchase the cameras. We are excited to equip our deputies with this essential tool,” Sheriff Seal said. “This tool will help increase and promote transparency and accountability within the ranks and within the community we serve. Body cameras put everyone, deputies and citizens alike, on their best behavior.”
Bogalusa Businessman Arrested
Kelvin R. Thomas, 57, a Bogalusa businessman, was arrested on May 19 by detectives with the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force. Thomas, a resident of Highway 424, was jailed on multiple charges of sale of methamphetamine and contempt of court. His bond was set at $150,000.The arrest was the result of an ongoing investigation into the sale of illegal narcotics by Thomas. On more than one occasion, illegal drugs were purchased from him at his business which is located on Superior Avenue in Bogalusa.
“The sale of illegal drugs creates a horrific trail of suffering throughout our parish,” stated Sheriff Randy Seal. “It is always good when a drug trafficker is arrested and jailed. Our Drug Task Force detectives work around the clock to identify drug dealers, build a sustainable case against them and gather enough evidence to take them to trial. I congratulate our narcotics detectives for their good work.”
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May 21, 2022
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 20, 2022
Erin Powers (Lafayette, La. address) was booked on the charge of Disturbing the Peace/Drunkenness by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $750.00.
Holly Freeman (Angie, La. address) was booked on the charge of Simple Burglary by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $5000.00 bond.
Dustin Sumrall (Angie, La. address) was booked In From Court
Dustin Bailey (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Second Degree Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
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May 20, 2022
Pearl River Man Found Guilty of Attempted Aggravated Burglary and Battery of a Dating Partner Involving Strangulation
District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that on May 19, 2022, Dalton Kyle Hinson, age 28 of Pearl River, was found guilty by a jury of attempted aggravated burglary and battery of a dating partner involving strangulation.
On Sunday, February 14, 2021, St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Mandeville Sports Complex in reference to a fight taking place in the parking lot. When deputies arrived, Hinson had already fled the location. The victim explained that she thought she was meeting Hinson in order to exchange property in the other’s possession. When they met in the parking lot, Hinson exited his vehicle and forcibly entered the victim’s vehicle and began strangling her and punching her in the face.
The victim showed deputies video footage from her phone of Hinson entering her vehicle. The victim had lacerations on her neck and bruising around the area of her right eye.
Judge William H. Burris presided over the case. Assistant District Attorney Iain Dover and Jay Adair presented the case to the jury.
Sentencing is set for August 3, 2020
Rayburn Correctional Center’s K-9 Team Wins 1st Place
Rayburn Correctional Center’s K-9 Team competed in the Louisiana Department of Corrections Manhunt Field Trials this week at Camp Beauregard in Alexandria and earned First Place.
Trials consisted of two tracks. The first was a day trail, 2 hours old and 1 mile long. The second was a night trail, 1.5 hours old and 1 mile long. Each trail contained 4 articles. One minute was deducted from the team’s final time for each article found. Nine teams competed, eight from correctional facilities in Louisiana and one from Florida. The final times from each trial were used to determine the team’s final average time.
Rayburn Correctional Center’s K-9 Team came in 1st place with an average time of 15 minutes 21 seconds, followed by the team from Florida and then David Wade Correctional Center. CONGRATULATIONS RCC K-9 TEAM!
Pictured are Lt. Col. Richie Forbes, Capt. Jonathan Stringer, and Capt. Mickey Dillon with tracking dogs Bandit and Banjo.
Franklinton Man Charged with Stealing Union Funds
Brian Gerald, age 50 and a resident of Franklinton, was charged yesterday (March 19, 2022) in a one count indictment for embezzling assets of a local labor union, announced United States Attorney Duane A. Evans.
According to court records, Gerald held the position of Financial Secretary of United Steelworkers Local 13-189. According to the indictment, from on or about May 25, 2018 and continuing through on or about September 8, 2020, Gerald embezzled $112,594.18 from the union account.
If convicted, Gerald faces a up to five years imprisonment, a fine of up to $10,000, up to three years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment, and a $100 mandatory special assessment fee.
U.S. Attorney Evans reiterated that the indictment is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 19, 2022
Jeremy Jenkins (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In From Court
Kelvin Thomas (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Distribution of Schedule II Drugs (2 counts), Contempt of Court, and Distribution of Schedule 1 CDS by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $150000.00.
Roseph Williams (Angie, La. address) was booked In From Court
Marlin Wilson (Hammond, La. address) was booked on the charges of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction and Possession of Stolen Property by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond set at $5000.00.
Julia Tynes (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Theft of a Motor Vehicle 5000-25000 and Theft Less Than 1000 by the Bogalusa Police Department. Bond set at $4000.00.
16 Year-Old Female Arrested for Murder in Bogalusa
The Bogalusa Police Department reports the arrest of a 16 year-old female for the stabbing death of a 21 year-old that happened in Bogalusa on Thursday night (May 19, 2022).
Shortly before 9:00 pm , BPD officers responded to Myrtle Grove Apartments (formerly Oakhill) and found the victim, identified as 21 year-old Ne’Colby Thomas, suffering from a single stab wound to the chest. Patrol Officers and Fire Department personnel rendered first aid until the arrival of Northshore E.M.S. Thomas was treated on scene and transported to Our Lady of the Angels Hospital. Life saving measures were unsuccessful, and Thomas was pronounced deceased shortly after 10:00 pm.
Officers on scene quickly identified and detained a suspect, a 16 year-old female. Detectives interviewed witnesses and the suspect and determined that there was probable cause for the arrest of the juvenile on the charge of Second Degree Murder.
The name of the suspect will not be released at this time due to her age. She was remanded to the custody of a juvenile detention center pending a 72 hour hearing.
This investigation is ongoing and no further details will be released at this time.
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May 19, 2022
97 Bottles of Illegally Obtained “Cough Syrup” Found During Traffic Stop Near Covington
The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest after 97 bottles of illegally obtained “cough syrup” was found during a stop on Interstate 12. At approximately 11 p.m. on Monday (May 16, 2022), two vehicles traveling together eastbound on I-12 near Covington were stopped by detectives with the STPSO Highway Enforcement Unit after they were observed committing various traffic infractions.
The occupants of the first vehicle, a black Mercedes C300, told the detectives they were on their way from Houston to Covington to go to court for a previous arrest. Donta Evans of Houston, Texas, and Domanique Gasaway of Galveston, Texas, were arrested on narcotics distribution charges in that same vehicle during a traffic stop on April 6, 2022.
A consensual search of the Mercedes sedan on Monday yielded negative results for illegal narcotics this time. Evans was subsequently issued a citation for Following Too Close and No Driver’s License, and both he and Gasaway were released.
Meanwhile, the driver of the second vehicle, a Chevrolet Cruze, which is also registered to Gasaway, refused to provide consent to search that vehicle. K-9 Echo was called to the scene and alerted to the odor of narcotics inside the vehicle. A subsequent search of the vehicle was conducted, resulting in the discovery of 97 bottles (1 pint each) of Promethazine Hydrochloride syrup.
The driver of the Chevrolet Cruze, 24 year-old Colin Walthall of Houston, was placed under arrest for Speeding, Improper Lane Use and Possession with Intent to Distribute a Legend Drug without a Prescription. Walthall also had an outstanding warrant through the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office for Failure to Appear for prior drug offenses. He was transported to the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center, where he was booked as a fugitive.
Chairman of Bogalusa Crime Prevention Commission Position
An Announcement by the City of Bogalusa
"According to Bogalusa City Code section 2-132, the chairman of the Crime Prevention Commission shall be appointed by the Bogalusa City Council.
If interested in this voluntary position to decrease crime in the City, submit your resume or bio indicating your interest and experience to your City Councilwoman/City Councilman or via email to the Bogalusa city council office attention Brenda.ford@bogalusa.org.
The deadline is by noon May 31, 2022."
Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival Lineup
Here is the lineup for the Blues Stage!!! Stay tuned for the lineup for the Heritage Stage!!!
For more info and to purchase tickets and camping spots go to www.bogalusablues.com
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 18, 2022
Jasmine Cyprian (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released May 18, 2022.
Wesley Green (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule II Drugs, Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, Theft Less Than 1000, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Failure to Appear, and Contempt of Court (3 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $23750.00.
Lexy Stockstill (Poplarville, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Failure to Appear and Resisting an Officer by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $500.00 bond.
Jonathan Brown (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse/Pregnant Woman, Possession of Schedule 3 Drugs With Intent to Distribute, Possession of Schedule IV Drugs, Prohibited Acts/Schedule II Drugs, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Transactions Involving Proceeds From Drug Offenses, Manufacture of Schedule II Drugs, Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm, Possession of CDS With Weapon Present, and Probation and Parole Hold by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $150000.00.
Albert Shoemaker (Angie, La. address) was booked on the charges of Careless Operation, Driving Under Suspension, Criminal Damage to Property Under 1000, and Open Container in Vehicle by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $3500.00 bond.
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May 18, 2022
Safe Boating Week is May 21-27 - Check Your Boat & Gear
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division will be participating in “Safe Boating Week” from May 21-27, which signifies the beginning of the spring and summer boating season.
LDWF will again be reminding all boaters to be safe, responsible and knowledgeable while on the water during this safe boating week. Safe Boating Week is a time for all boaters to inspect their vessels to ensure that all required safety equipment is on board and that vessels are in good working condition. LDWF agents will be out in full force as always during the week to perform boating safety checks that includes making sure all personal flotation device (PFD) regulations are being followed and that each vessel has a sober operator.
“Safe boating week is a good time to make sure your boat and all of your safety equipment is ready to go,” said Major Clay Marques, the state’s safe boating law administrator. “We want people to have fun on the water, but to do it in a safe and responsible manner. That starts with wearing a personal flotation device, having a sober operator and the required safety equipment for your vessel.”
In 2021, Louisiana reported 26 boating fatalities of which 19 of the fatalities were not wearing a personal flotation device. So far, in 2022 Louisiana has reported 10 fatalities.
Each vessel should have enough PFDs on board for all occupants. LDWF regulations also state that anyone 16 years of age and younger must wear a PFD while underway in vessels less than 26-foot long. For more boating and PFD regulations, please visit www.wlf.louisiana.gov and click on the “Boating” tab.
Alcohol use is one of the leading causes of boating crash incidents and fatalities on the water. Alcohol consumption impairs a boater's judgment, balance, vision and reaction time. The penalties for operating or driving a vessel while intoxicated (DWI) are the same as driving a vehicle. Anyone cited for a DWI on the water or on the road will lose his or her driver's license and boating privileges for the specified time ordered by the judge in the case.
LDWF also wants to remind anybody born after Jan. 1, 1984 that they are required to successfully complete a National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) boating education course to operate a motorboat over 10 horsepower. Since the safe boating course’s inception in 2003, over 140,000 boaters have been certified in Louisiana.
LDWF offers these classes free of charge statewide. For more information and to schedule a safe boating course, please visit www.wlf.louisiana.gov/page/boater-education.
Louisiana State Police Troop L Welcomes New Troopers
After 23 weeks of intense mental, physical and academic training, 6 new Troopers joined the Louisiana State Police Troop L family and were welcomed by all. These Troopers were among the 51 individuals that graduated from Cadet Class 100.
Pictured: From left to right, Troopers Natalie Romano, Joshua Dennis, Marc Gremillion, Travis Knott, Alquonto Carradine, and Ernesto Medrano.
Varnado Store Museum's Memorial Day Ceremony
"The Varnado Store Museum Board Members and American Legion Post 24 would like to extend an invitation to you to join us on Sunday, May 29, 2022, at 2 p.m. for a Memorial Day Ceremony. The ceremony will include various speakers, a 21-gun salute and the playing of taps. We will meet behind the Museum's annex (in Franklinton, Louisiana).
Let's keep in our minds and hearts, the memory of those men and women who served our country and countrymen, and gave the most ultimate sacrifice, their life. The Museum will be open to view our exhibit, "Saluting the Military", with memorabilia dating back till the Civil War and up to present day. The exhibit will remain up until the end of July.
Should you want to view the exhibit prior to the Memorial Day Ceremony, we are opened on Saturdays 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. and on Sundays 1 p.m. till 4 p.m."
Parish Government Hiring Heavy Equipment Techs
Washington Parish Government has openings for Heavy Equipment Technicians and is offering a
competitive salary with unmatched benefit package.
Apply at 909 Pearl St in Franklinton (Upstairs).
Serious inquiries can message Brad Toney at 985.205.2569 with any questions.
Level II Child Endangerment Alert from LSP
UPDATE: Alert Cancelled. Chaz Wilson has been located and is safe. The suspect, Marlin Wilson, is in custody.
Louisiana State Police have issued a Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory on behalf of the Hammond Police Department for 8-year-old, Chaz Wilson, who is missing. Wilson left his home at 216 North Scanlan Street in Hammond, on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 around 8:00 a.m. and never returned home. It is believed Chaz is with his uncle, Marlin Enquire Wilson and he is in imminent danger.
Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of Chaz or Marlin Wilson or the vehicle involved should immediately contact the Hammond Police Department at 985-277-5700 or local law enforcement by dialing 911. Please direct any questions to Hammond Police Department.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 17, 2022
Alton Bradley (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $15000.00.
Damontrell Garrett (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $2500.00.
Brandon Labarge (Galliano, La. address) was booked on the charges of No Passing Zones, Expired License Plate, No Insurance, Driving Under Suspension, No Motorcycle Endorsement, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, and Contempt of Court by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $5750.00.
Ikelynn Tate (Mt. Hermon, La. address) was booked on the charges of Distribution of Schedule 1 CDS, Distribution of Schedule II CDS, Possession of CDS in Presence of Juvenile, Contempt of Court, and No Drivers License by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
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May 17, 2022
Slidell Arrest Clears 17 Vehicle Burglary Cases
The arrest of 28 year-old Slidell-area resident Gary Hansome has cleared 17 vehicle burglary cases in the east St. Tammany. After learning of the location of a stolen laptop, St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the location and executed a search warrant at the residence. There deputies discovered numerous additional items suspected of being stolen, prompting a two-week-long investigation.
Ultimately, Hansome was booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on 17 counts of Burglary and one count of Theft Under $1,000. The theft charge comes from a shoplifting case at a local business.
The known vehicle burglaries go back to December 2021 and occurred in the Kingspoint Subdivision near Slidell and the Cherrywood Subdivisions near Pearl River. Although the owners of most of the stolen property have been identified, detectives are still trying to find the owners of some unclaimed items.
Anyone that may have been the victim of a vehicle burglary in the Kingspoint or Cherrywood Subdivisions is asked to contact Detective Mike Kim at (985) 276-1325 or STPSO Central Dispatch at (985) 898-2338.
Traffic Stop on I-59 Leads to Seizure of Guns
A traffic stop, which occurred on Interstate 59 around midnight on May 12, 2022, resulted in three illegally possessed firearms being taken off the streets. The driver, 42 year-old Travis M. Kildal of Washington state, claimed to be staying in Picayune, Miss.
Kildal, who is a convicted felon for multiple offenses, reportedly admitted to possessing a marijuana THC vape pen cartridge inside the vehicle, and a subsequent search of the vehicle located a total of four vape pens containing suspected THC along with three firearms.
Kildal was placed under arrest and booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center for three counts of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and one count each of Improper Lane Use and Failure to Signal when Changing Lanes.
He was also issued a summons for Possession of a Schedule I CDS (marijuana).
Man Wanted in Slidell (for Cutting Office his Ankle Monitor) Found Sleeping in a Backyard
A suspicious person call resulted in an arrest Monday (May 16, 2022) night after alert St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s deputies realized the man was giving a false name and in fact had warrants for his arrest and was also being sought by a nearby agency after he cut off his ankle monitoring device.
Shortly after 11 p.m. Monday, STPSO patrol deputies were dispatched to a residence on Nellie Drive near Slidell after the homeowner found a man sleeping in her backyard. The sleeper provided a fake name, but deputies soon learned the man was in fact 47 year-old Jason Shields, an individual wanted on warrants for failing to appear in court on bank fraud charges.
Shields was also wanted by Misdemeanor Probation and Parole and Slidell Police after he cut off his ankle monitoring device.
STPSO deputies took Shields into custody and booked him into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on the above mentioned warrants plus on one count each of Trespassing and Resisting an Officer by Providing a False Name.
“I applaud the deputies who responded to this call,” Sheriff Randy Smith. “Because of their training and alertness they were able to quickly realize this individual was not being truthful, and successfully prevented his efforts to avoid arrest.”
Today's Message from ADAPT
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- To prevent child abuse and neglect before it happens by delivering research based prevention programs.
- To provide child abuse prevention and direct services to victims which includes a variety of programs and services.
- To provide sexual assault prevention and direct services to assault victims which includes: operating a 24/7 crisis hotline; providing hospital and law enforcement victim advocates 24/7; providing sexual assault information, prevention education, professional training, awareness campaigns, inter-agency collaboration, and victim support and counseling.
- To provide prevention and educational services targeting substance abuse.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 16, 2022
Brad Wright (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Aggravated Obstruction of Commerce/Roadway and Resisting an Officer by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $2500.00.
Joshua Smith (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of No License Plate, No Drivers License, Resisting Arrest by Flight and Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $30000.00.
Howard Hanson (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Shannon Polkey (Tylertown, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of First Degree Rape With Victim Under 13 Years Old, Principal to First Degree Rape/Victim Under 13 Years of Age, and Failure to Comply With Sex Offender Registration Requirements by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
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May 16, 2022
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 14-15, 2022
Micheal Jamieson (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $25000.00.
Hunter Coats (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Protective Order Violation and Criminal Damage to Property Under 1000 by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $7500.00.
Claude Hulin (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Bogalusa Police Department. No bond set at this time.
Steve Oalmann (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Domestic Abuse Battery/Aggravated Assault and Battery of Infirm by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Mikayla Mizell was booked on the charges of Simple Arson and Criminal Damage to Property Under 1000 by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Released on $3500.00 bond.
Nicole Castilow (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Tylina Imboden (Angie, La. address) was booked on the charge of Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Joshua May (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of First Degree Rape With Victim Under 13 Years Old, First Degree Rape/Anal, First Degree Rape/Oral, Aggravated Crime Against Nature, Contempt of Court, and Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Jason Conerly (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked In From Court
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May 14, 2022
Suspects Stole $5000 and 270 Cartons of Cigarettes in Independence
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspects of a business burglary which occurred in Independence at around 5:00 AM on Friday (May 13, 2022).
Deputies responded to a burglary alarm at the Black Cat Grocery in Independence and found that a brick had been thrown through the front door. It was discovered the suspects stole $5,000 along with 270 cartons of cigarettes. Of the cigarettes, 180 were loose cartons and the remaining 90 were split between three cases.
Security footage from the store captured a vehicle of interest parked at the gas pumps several hours before the burglary. The vehicle in question is a gray Toyota car, possibly a Corolla, and had no license plate.
TPSO Chief Jimmy Travis is asking anyone with knowledge of the incident or the vehicle to contact Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa, Inc. at 1-800-554-5245. Detective Anthony Stewart is the lead investigator in this incident.
Slidell Man Gets Life in Prison as Multiple Offender
District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, Joseph Paul Grant, age 59 and of Slidell, was sentenced by District Judge Scott Gardner to life in prison without the benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence after a first-degree robbery incident.
The incident which brought him before the Judge for sentencing as a multiple offender occurred on April 4, 2019. Slidell Police Department officers responded to a report of an armed robbery at a Slidell gas station. Upon arrival, police found a victim who relayed what had happened and officers were able to view video surveillance footage.
A black male wearing pink multi-colored slippers, a black hooded sweatshirt and sweat pants with a Saints cap turned backwards arrived at the store, walked around the counter and grabbed the store clerk by the neck and demanded that she open the cash register. He then proceeded to punch her multiple times all while threatening to kill her. He eventually fled after taking approximately $200 worth of cash and a few boxes of Kool cigarettes. Video footage also showed that the defendant had two distinctive warts on his middle finger.
Grant was taken into custody and a search warrant was executed on his vehicle and residence. At his residence, officers found the matching Saints hat, black clothing, pink multi-colored slippers, and pack of Kool cigarettes. In his vehicle, officers found an additional pack of Kool cigarettes and other miscellaneous items.
A jury found him guilty on January 1, 2022 for this incident. He was first sentenced to 40 years in prison prior to the filing of the Multiple Offender Bill of Information. Grant had five prior felony convictions for possession with intent to distribute a controlled dangerous substance (cocaine), purse snatching, armed robbery and attempted manslaughter. He also had another pending felony charge for possession of a Schedule II drug.
On Tuesday, the Court denied the Grant's Motion for a New Trial and Motion for Post-Verdict Judgment of Acquittal. During his Multiple Offender Arraignment, also held Tuesday, the Grant admitted to the Multiple Offender Bill of Information. The Court found that Life provisions applied, vacated the 40-year sentence and sentenced the defendant to Life in Prison. The Judge commented that the defendant acted with indifference and cruelty to the victim.
The trial was handled by Assistant District Attorney Blake Peters.
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 13, 2022
Harold McSween (Bush, La. address) was booked on the charge of Driving While Intoxicated by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Delometris Wheeler (Denham Springs, La. address) was booked In From Court
Jamie McLemore (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of False Imprisonment, Domestic Abuse Battery/Aggravated Assault, and Domestic Violence Battery (2nd Offense) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Glen Goss (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
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May 13, 2022
Washington Parish Jail Bookings for May 12, 2022
Deion Barnes (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Arthur Tate (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Driving While Intoxicated and Careless Operation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $3500.00.
Leonard Lewis (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Possession With Intent to Distribute Schedule 1 Drugs (2 counts), Drug Free Zone Violation (2 counts), Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Person Under 17 YOA (2 counts), and Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $204990.00.
Tiffany Ard (Angie, La. address) was booked on the charge of Fugitive Other Jurisdiction by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
George Stringer (Foxworth, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Protective Order Violation and Simple Assault by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $5000.00.
Charlene Locke (Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $7500.00.
Chas Smith (Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Bond set at $3500.00.
Sheyene Walker (Magnolia, Ms. address) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. No bond set at this time.
Today's Message from ADAPT
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ADAPT, INC. is a nonprofit organization whose goals are- To prevent child abuse and neglect before it happens by delivering research based prevention programs.
- To provide child abuse prevention and direct services to victims which includes a variety of programs and services.
- To provide sexual assault prevention and direct services to assault victims which includes: operating a 24/7 crisis hotline; providing hospital and law enforcement victim advocates 24/7; providing sexual assault information, prevention education, professional training, awareness campaigns, inter-agency collaboration, and victim support and counseling.
- To provide prevention and educational services targeting substance abuse.
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