Amite Man Arrested for Vehicular Homicide in Multi-Vehicle Crash That Killed Two

Around 11:20 p.m. on November 6, 2026, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop A began
investigating a multi-vehicle crash on I-12 near LA 43 in Livingston Parish. The crash claimed the lives of a 54-year-old woman and a 47-year-old man, both from Beavercreek, Ohio, and led to the arrest of 24-year-old Daniel Dennison of Amite City.

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

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, driven by Dennison, was traveling eastbound on I-12, east of LA 43, in the right lane. At the same time, a 2024 Mercedes Sprinter Van, was traveling eastbound on I-12, in the left lane, alongside the Chevrolet. For reasons still under investigation, the Chevrolet entered the left lane directly into the Mercedes' path before continuing into the median. The Mercedes also entered the median. Both vehicles struck the cable barriers, causing the Chevrolet to come to a stop. The Mercedes overturned and continued beyond the cable barriers into the westbound lanes of I-12, directly into the path of a 2018 Kenworth tractor-trailer traveling westbound on I-12. The Kenworth then struck the Mercedes.

The female driver of the Mercedes was properly restrained, while the male passenger was unrestrained. Both suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced deceased on the scene. The driver of the Kenworth was properly restrained; the passenger of the Kenworth was unrestrained. Both suffered minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Dennison was unrestrained, sustained minor injuries, and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. During the investigation, Dennison was determined to be impaired and was subsequently arrested. After being cleared from the hospital, he was booked into the Livingston Parish Jail for Careless Operation, Driving While Impaired (first offense), Vehicular Homicide (two counts), Simple Possession of Marijuana, No Seatbelt, and No Insurance. Routine toxicology samples were collected from all drivers and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Louisiana State Police would like to remind all motorists that if you feel different, you drive different. Alcohol, prescription drugs, and other drugs can have negative effects on the body that affect driving skills. These drugs can impair vision, slow reaction times, and reduce the fine motor skills needed to operate a motor vehicle. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and designate a sober driver. Failing to do so can have deadly consequences.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for November 6, 2026

Denise Sims (age 65) was booked on the charges of Taking of Contraband to State Owned Hospitals, Theft and Possession of Schedule II by the Slidell Police Department.

Henry Defraites (age 29) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Cristy Bennett (age 39) was booked on the charges of Possession Schedule IV and No Taillights by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Madison Martin (age 21) was booked on the charge of Simple Battery by the
Covington Police Department.

Moses Galliem (age 46) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Interfering With a Law Enforcement Investigation by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Val Roth (age 45) was booked on the charges of Possession Schedule IV and No Taillights by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Amber Joiner (age 36) was booked on the charges of Surrender of Defendant/Bondsman Off Bond (2 counts) by Bondsman.

Julisha Jesus (age 39) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Stopping Standing or Parking Outside Business or Residence, Improper Turn, Driving Under Suspension, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the Slidell Police Department.

Timitra Kirsh (age 47) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the Pearl River Police Department.

Daniel Ellis (age 48) was booked on the charge of Molestation of a Juvenile or Person With Physical or Mental Disability by the Mandeville Police Department.

Brent LeBlanc (age 37) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by Agency not listed.

Amberlyn St. Romain (age 27) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Drug Paraphernalia, and Improper Lane Use by the Slidell Police Department.

Ivanete Santos (age 52) was booked on the charges of Hit and Run and Driver Must be Licensed by the Mandeville Police Department.

Dennis Moore (age 55) was booked on the charge of Prohibited Activities and Sanctions by the Louisiana State Police.

Amy Palmer (age 46) was booked on the charge of Theft by the Pearl River Police Department.

Julian Ogozaly (age 26) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Jaden Bell (age 25) was booked on the charge of Parole Violation by Probation and Parole.

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

Shanon Thompson (age 30) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Resisting an Officer by Refusing to Identify by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Gary Dykes (age 55) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dennis Stark (age 58) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Tracy Tardiff (age 60) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Improper Turn, and Improper Lane Use by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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Today   Partly sunny, with a high near 72. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight   Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Monday   Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.

Monday Night   Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. Calm wind.

Tuesday   Sunny, with a high near 80. Calm wind.

Tuesday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. Calm wind.

Folsom Man Arrested For Sex-Related Crimes

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) has 21-year-old Cohen Gray, a Folsom-area man in two separate sex-related crimes and booked on one count of Sexual Battery and three counts of Pornography Involving Juveniles Under the Age of 13.

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

Back in October 2025, Gray was identified as a suspect in a sexual battery case involving a juvenile relative. A warrant was issued for his arrest;  however, law enforcement in multiple jurisdictions were unable to locate him.

Then, this summer, the TPSO Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Division began an investigation into Child Sexual Abuse Materials (CSAM) being uploaded onto a social media app from an IP address in the parish. Just as detectives were tracing the activity back to an address within the parish, on October 15th, Gray was located at that address following a disturbance call and was placed under arrest on the outstanding sexual battery warrant. Upon review of Gray’s devices obtained during the arrest, it was confirmed that he was the suspect responsible for the CSAM uploads the ICAC team was investigating.

A portion of this activity is part of TPSO’s partnership with Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office and their ICAC Task Force which includes a collaboration with numerous local law enforcement agencies. 

Obituary

Shelton Ray Jenkins

October 4, 2003 - November 5, 2026

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for November 6, 2026

Kelly Sibley (age 20 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Attempted 2nd Degree
Murder, Illegal Carrying of Weapon, and Illegal Use of Weapons or Dangerous Instrumentalities by the Bogalusa Police Department and on the charges of Protective Order Violation/Possessing or Carrying a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm or Carrying of a Concealed Weapon by a Person Convicted of Domestic Abuse Battery, and Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.

Shanita Weary (age 46 with an Angie, La. address) was booked In From Court.

Erin Malbroue (age 32 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts/Schedule II and Failure to Appear by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.

Roderick Holmes (age 56 with a Bogalusa, La. address) was booked on the charges of Disturbing the Peace/Simple Assault, Resisting an Officer/Simple Assault, and Aggravated Battery of a Dating Partner/Strangulation by the Bogalusa Police Department.

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

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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

Today   Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight   Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Sunday   Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. North wind around 5 mph.

Sunday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Monday   Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the morning.

Monday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. Calm wind.

Obituary

Michael Lee Melancon

October 15, 1977 – November 5, 2026

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for November 5, 2026

Desmond Zenon (age 29) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Contempt of Court by the Covington Police Department.

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

Monty Roe (age 39) was booked on the charge of Fugitive by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Chad Picone (age 41) was booked on the charge of Theft Over 25000 by the Louisiana State Police.

Robert McMillan (age 46) was booked on the charges of Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS, Manufacture/Distribution Schedule II CDS (2 counts), Manufacture/Distribution Schedule IV
CDS (2 counts), Possession of Stolen Vehicle, Illegal Possession of Stolen Things, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

James Pons (age 51) was booked on the charge of Theft Between 1000 and 5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jennifer Deutch (age 54) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Maleek Noah (age 20) was booked on the charge of Violation of Protection Order by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Maurice Evans (age 44) was booked on the charges of Fugitive and Parole Violation by the Slidell Police Department.

Shelly Fussell (age 45) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Possession of Schedule I, and No Taillights by the Slidell Police Department.

Keiandra Jones (age 31) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer by Refusing to Identify, Injuring Public Records, Obedience to Police Officers/Weights and Standards Officers, and Driver Must Be Licensed by the Slidell Police Department.

James Speed (age 35) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II, Violation of Transactions in Drug Related Objects/3rdd or Subsequent, Careless Operation, Driving Under Suspension, Windshields Required, and Switched Plates by the Slidell Police Department.

John Bernard (age 68) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule II and Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Reynalda Buggage (age 20) was booked on the charges of Housed for Court and Contempt of Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Francis Broussard (age 37) was booked on the charge of Housed for Court by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Elaina Cliatt (age 40) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Conner Stewart (age 18) was booked on the charges of Second Degree Battery and Cruelty to Juveniles by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Trayvon Reed (age 31) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Omando Davis (age 27) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Adam Wichers (age 41) was booked on the charge of Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Dillon Pelot (age 33) was booked on the charge of Possession of Contraband in a Penal Facility by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Nicholas Lenain (age 48) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Travis Budenich (age 39) was booked on the charge of Contempt of Court by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

William Lee (age 42) was booked on the charges of Resisting an Officer and Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Taylor Gregg (age 31) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Joseph Seghers (age 65) was booked on the charges of Manufacture/Distribution Schedule II CDS (6 counts), Violation of Controlled Substance Within 2000 ft. of School (2 counts), Manufacture/Distribution Schedule I CDS (2 counts), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Kevin Alexis (age 28) was booked on the charges of First Degree Murder (2 counts) by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

A Scam of $20,000 in Cash Recovered in Tangipahoa Parish

A Report from the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office

🙌SCAMMED MONEY RECOVERED🙌

When we warn y'all about these scams, we are serious about the devastating losses some of our neighbors are experiencing. Fortunately, TPSO was able to score one for the good guys💪

👉BACK STORY: A Tangi resident fell for a scam earlier this week where a caller claimed to be from Paypal saying something was wrong with her account. The resolution? Mail $20,000 in cash to an address in New York state. So she did🤨

👍OUTCOME: TPSO partnered with law enforcement in NY to track the package and intercept it before delivery. The money is on its way back to the victim and law enforcement in New York is continuing to work to snag the scammers.

✋LESSON: Scammers are real. Scams are getting more sophisticated. Read and share the scam warnings we publish to help you and your friends and loved ones avoid becoming the next victims. 

Riverside Medical Center Announces Emergency Preparedness Exercise on Nov. 10th

Announcement by Riverside Medical Center in Franklinton

Please be advised, Riverside Medical Center will conduct an EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXERCISE on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. This is part of our ongoing education and training to further ensure the safety of our team members, patients, and visitors. Please be aware the training will involve simulated scenarios with loud noises, a heightened police and emergency responder presence, and restricted access to some parts of campus. This activity is related to our controlled exercise and training event.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we conduct these proactive measures to enhance our community’s preparedness and response capabilities. 

For general questions regarding this public safety bulletin, media inquiries, or to verify hospital access on the day of the event, please contact us at 985-839-4431 or visit our official website at rmchospital.com. 

This Week in Louisiana Agriculture

We're celebrating 30 years of the Red Stick Farmers Market. Meet the farmers, families and loyal customers who make the market special, and see how three decades of fresh, local food have brought the community together. 

Washington Parish Jail Bookings for November 3-5, 2026

Landon McQuigg (age 20 with a Franklinton, La. address) was booked on the charges of Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Person Under 17 YOA, Contributing to Delinquency of a Juvenile, Possession of Marijuana, and Distribution to Persons Under Age 18 by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.

Dakota Lambert (age 29 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of Battery of a Dating Partner and Domestic Abuse/Child Endangerment by the Franklinton Police Department.

William Stewart (age 56 with a Zachary, La. address) was booked In For Court.

Demorkous Henry (age 43 with a Poplarville, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Prohibited Acts, Possession of Schedule II Drugs, and Obstruction of Justice by the Bogalusa Police Department.

Herman Johnson (age 49 with a Hammond, La. address) was booked In From Court.

Ladarion Miller (age 26 with a Purvis, Ms. address) was booked on the charges of Cruelty to Juveniles, Aggravated Assault With a Firearm, Illegal Discharge/Use of Weapon, Convicted Felon in Possession of Firearm, and Aggravated Criminal Damage to Property by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.

Jimmy Adams (age 70 with no address listed) was booked on the charges of Sexual Battery (2 counts), Trafficking Children for Sexual Purposes, Indecent Behavior With Juvenile(s), and Molestation of Juvenile/Rape by the Bogalusa Police Department.

Samantha Landry (age 32 with a Covington, La. address) was booked on the charges of Stalking and Contempt of Court (2 counts) by the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office.

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

Two Found Dead Near Covington Ruled Homicide/Suicide

On Monday (November 2, 2026) morning, St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office deputies and detectives with the Major Crimes Unit responded to a residence in the 14000 block of Parro Lane near Covington after a family member called 911 to report finding two people deceased inside the home. The bodies were turned over to the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office.

On Thursday (November 5, 2026), St. Tammany Parish Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape reported that the deceased have been identified as 82-year-old Margaret Breaud and 71-year-old Terrence Breaud; further, that Margaret Breaud's Cause of Death was gunshot wound and the Manner of Death was homicide and that Terrence Breaud's Cause of Death was gunshot wound and the Manner of Death was suicide.

The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office is handling both investigations.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in Lacombe

STPSO Traffic Division deputies and detectives with the Major Crimes Unit responded Monday (November 2, 2026) evening shortly after 7:30 PM to Jackson Street near Cryer Street in Lacombe after a pedestrian was struck by a passing vehicle. 

The preliminary investigation revealed the man was walking along a dark stretch of Jackson Street when he was struck by an eastbound Dodge Ram pickup truck. The pedestrian was transported by emergency medical personnel to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

St. Tammany Parish Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape reports the man who died has been identified as 31-year-old Trey Bouterie of W. Spruce St. in Lacombe, that the Cause of Death was blunt injuries, and that the Manner of Death was accidental, 

The crash is still under investigation, and no additional information is available at this time.

Two Women Shot Near Slidell in Domestic Incident – Arrest Made

St Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office deputies were dispatched on Thursday (November 5, 2026) at approximately 2:00 PM in reference to a domestic incident involving a shooting at a residence in the 2500 block of Robin Street near Slidell. Two women were shot and were transported  by emergency medical personnel to area hospitals. One of the victims has succumbed to her injuries. The other female remains hospitalized.

An investigation by detectives with the St Tammany Parish Major Crimes Unit has resulted in the arrest of 28-year-old Kevin Alexis on the charges of First-Degree Murder (1 count) and Attempted First-Degree Murder (1 count). 

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

Local Forecast for the Next Few Days

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

Today   Mostly cloudy, then gradual clearing during the afternoon, with a high near 79. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight   Increasing clouds, with a low around 49. North wind around 5 mph.

Saturday   Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Saturday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Sunday   Sunny, with a high near 72. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Sunday Night   Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

St. Tammany Parish Jail Bookings for November 4, 2026

Bobby Magee (age 53) was booked on the charges of Possession of Schedule I, Open Container in Motor Vehicle, Obstruction of Court Orders, Operating While Intoxicated (2nd Offense), Contempt of Court, Resisting a Police Officer With Force or Violence, Improper Turn, and No Drivers License on Person by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Louis Pecou (age 46) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Brice Blackwell (age 23) was booked on the charge of Court Sanction by the 22nd Judicial Court.

Aaron Cazaubon (age 40) was booked on the charge of Theft 5000-25000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Katherina Dowling (age 38) was booked on the charge of Probation Violation by Probation and Parole.

Gregory Laurent (age 34) was booked on the charges of Contempt of Court and Failure to Honor Written Promise to Appear by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Carolyn Pons (age 52) was booked on the charge of Theft 1000-5000 by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Heather Romero (age 43) was booked on the charge of Domestic Abuse Battery by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

Victoria Montagnino (age 41) was booked on the charges of Possession of Fentanyl, Introducing Contraband Into or Upon the Grounds of a Correctional Facility, Novelty or Unofficial Credentials Prohibited, No Insurance, Driving Under Suspension, Failure to Use Turn Signal, and Improper Lane Use by the 22nd Judicial Court.

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

Obituary

Bobby Ray Wall

December 16, 1951 — November 3, 2026

Bogalusa Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Shooting Suspect

On Wednesday (November 4, 2026) at approximately 6:20 pm, Bogalusa Police officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 900 block of Avenue E. Upon arrival, officers learned that a verbal altercation had escalated, resulting in gunfire.

Officers were advised that one gunshot victim had been transported to Our Lady of the Angels Hospital by private vehicle prior to their arrival. The victim remains in critical condition.

Although individuals at the scene initially refused to cooperate with investigators, officers were able to identify a suspect, who had fled the scene on foot. Investigators recovered shell casings from the scene and a handgun from a residence associated with the incident.

As a result of the investigation, arrest warrants were obtained for 20-year-old Kelly Sibley of Bogalusa on numerous charges including attempted 2nd degree murder.

Sibley remains at large, and the Bogalusa Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating him. Anyone with information regarding this incident or Sibley’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Bogalusa Police Department at 985-732-3611. Callers may remain anonymous.

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