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Crime, courts, and public safety coverage for Slidell and St. Tammany Parish.
Thibodaux Couple Arrested on More Than 80 Bestiality Charges Following Child Abuse Investigation
THIBODAUX — A Lafourche Parish couple is facing a combined 83 counts of sexual abuse of an animal after investigators reportedly uncovered disturbing evidence while investigating an unrelated child abuse case. According to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, 28-year-old Phillip…
Man Detained After Allegedly Damaging Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool During Cleanup Efforts
Update: On Oct. 1, 2026, a D.C. Superior Court judge dismissed the case with prejudice, according to CNBC. WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man was taken into custody by U.S. Park Police after allegedly damaging the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting…
Cancer Patients Turning to Ivermectin Instead of Chemotherapy, Raising Concerns Among Doctors
A growing number of cancer patients are turning to ivermectin in hopes of treating their disease, prompting concern from medical professionals who warn the drug has not been proven to cure cancer. According to a recent study analyzing electronic medical…
Eight Killed In B-52 Crash Identified As Air Force Investigation Continues
Edwards Air Force Base has released the names of the eight people who lost their lives when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff Monday during a routine test mission tied to the bomber’s radar modernization program. The crew included…
Two Men Die After Being Pulled From Water Near Pearl River Lock
Two men died Wednesday after being pulled from the water at the Lock One Navigational Canal near Pearl River. According to authorities, emergency responders were called to the area after reports that two individuals were unresponsive after entering the water…
Theft and Fraud Suspect Sought After Stolen Bank Card Used in New Orleans
The New Orleans Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a theft and fraud investigation. According to investigators, a victim’s bank card was stolen in the 800 block of Bourbon Street around…
Franklinton Woman Indicted For Allegedly Voting In U.S. Elections While Not A Citizen
A Franklinton woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to voter registration and voting in federal elections while allegedly not being a United States citizen. Federal prosecutors allege that 51-year-old Denise Nataly Migliore, originally from…
Former Deputy Indicted On 12 Child Sex Crime Charges, Held Without Bond
A former Louisiana deputy is facing a dozen felony charges after a grand jury returned an indictment tied to allegations involving two children. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced Monday that Nicholas LoCicero has been indicted on 12 child sex…
Missing 15-Year-Old Lacombe Girl Found Safe
A missing 15-year-old Lacombe girl, identified as Lexi, has been found safe. St. Tammany Fire Protection District No. 3 had asked the public for help locating Lexi after a missing person report was filed. She was last seen leaving her…
Lafayette Man Arrested on 10 Counts Involving Child Sexual Abuse Material Under Age 13
A Lafayette man is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation involving state and federal authorities. According to Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office, 26-year-old Bryan Giovanny Torres of Lafayette was arrested on June 11 and booked into the Lafayette Parish…