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Two Inmates Stabbed Inside Orleans Parish Jail, Housing Unit Searched for Contraband
Two inmates were injured after a stabbing inside the Orleans Parish Jail on Sunday, prompting a large-scale security response from the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office. According to jail officials, the two inmates were attacked with a homemade weapon inside a…
Community Mourns Loss of 6-Year-Old Gonzales Boy
The Gonzales community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 6-year-old Raiden Scott, whose death has left family, friends, classmates, and neighbors devastated. According to family members, Raiden became seriously ill after battling meningitis. Despite efforts to save him, he tragically…
Metairie Man Becomes First Louisiana Patient Functionally Cured Of Sickle Cell Disease
METAIRIE, La. — A Metairie man has become the first patient in Louisiana to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease through a groundbreaking gene therapy treatment, marking a major milestone in the fight against the genetic blood disorder. Twenty-three-year-old…
Eight Men Arrested In Louisiana Child Predator Sting Operation
LOUISIANA — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced that eight men have been arrested following a multi-agency undercover operation targeting individuals accused of attempting to exploit children online. The operation, conducted June 17-18, involved investigators posing as minors online to…
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…
Endangered Missing Person Reported in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating an endangered missing woman who was reported missing Friday. According to NOPD, 46-year-old Emily Weston was reported missing on June 19, 2026, after leaving…
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…
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…
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…
ICE Agent Opens Fire During Warrant Operation In DeRidder
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fired at least one shot during a federal warrant operation in DeRidder after authorities say a pickup truck nearly struck an officer. The incident unfolded near the intersection of Stewart Street and Ken Williams…