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Fight Between Brothers in Sunset, Louisiana Leads to Stand-Off and One Shot in Hand
A fight between two brothers in Sunset, Louisiana on Thursday evening resulted in a stand-off with police and left one of the brothers hospitalized.
Lafayette Police Chief Issues Message after Record Murder Year
Lafayette Police Chief Judith Estorge issued a written and video message about how she plans to tackle violent crime, especially after a record year for murder.
One Man Dead in Early Tuesday Morning Shooting in Carencro, Louisiana
Carencro Police Chief David Anderson confirmed that the fatal shooting took place at approximately 2:00 am Tuesday on Collins Street in the heart of the city.
New Year’s Eve Shooting in Rayne, Louisiana Leaves One Dead
Chief Carroll Stelly of the Rayne Police Department said the shooting happened in the 1000 block of Lyman Avenue on December 31, 2023, at 11:05 pm.
One Dead Following Early New Year's Day Shooting in Lafayette
According to the Lafayette Police Department, officers responded to a report of shots fired around 3:30 am in the area of the 800 block of Martin Luther King Jr Drive.
Police: Parking Lot Dispute Led to Fatal Lafayette Shooting
One victim and two suspects have been identified as police say a verbal altercation in a parking lot led to a fatal shooting.
One Person Hospitalized After Drive-By Shooting in St. Martin Parish
The incident occurred in the 1000 block of Potato Shed Road at the intersection of Grand Anse Highway at approximately 6:30 pm on Wednesday, December 27, 2023.
Lafayette Police Looking for Suspects in Check Fraud Case
Lafayette Crime Stoppers, in collaboration with the Lafayette Police Department, is seeking the public's assistance in identifying two female suspects involved in a check fraud incident.
18-Year-Old Accused Murderer Finally Nabbed in Rayne, Louisiana
Rayne Police have captured the man they believe is responsible for the murder of his cousin. The 18-year-old has been on the run for nearly a month.
Drive-By Shooting in Abbeville Leaves 3 Injured
Upon arrival, officers found two male victims with multiple gunshot wounds and a third victim in critical condition.
Inmate Dies After Taking His Own Life in Iberia Parish Jail
Tragedy struck twice in Iberia Parish within a span of 24 hours as an inmate, arrested on multiple serious charges including second-degree murder, was pronounced dead after an apparent suicide at the Iberia Parish Jail.
Victim Identified, Driver Charged in Traffic Death in Lafayette
The man responsible for a crash that shut down a portion of the I-49 frontage road is accused of being under the influence while driving.
Two More Arrested in Iberia Parish Homicide, Sheriff Says
Two more people have been arrested as an investigation into a homicide continues, the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office said Wednesday.
Despicable Thieves Harm Louisiana Worker Just to Steal Wigs
Two women are accused of hurting a store employee of a wig shop just to be able to walk way without paying.
Youngsville Police Issue Update, Burglary Suspect Detained
A large police presence in Youngsville on Tuesday afternoon had residents on edge. Here's the latest update on what happened.
Sulphur Man Arrested for Sexual Battery of Juvenile Family Member
A man who has allegedly been abusing a juvenile family member since before she was 12 years old is behind bars, the Calcasieu Sheriff's Office says.
Brian Laundrie's Parents Admit Son Confessed About Gabby Petito
In the latest development in the case of Gabby Petito, the family of Brian Laundrie has disclosed crucial information about their son's confession following the tragic incident.
Comeaux High Evacuated Due to Bomb Threat, Lafayette Police Say
Lafayette police are on the scene, and students have been safely evacuated.
Man Shot in the Leg Last Night as He Was Walking on Frontage Road in Lafayette, Louisiana
The Lafayette Police Department was called out to the 2000 block of NE Frontage Road around 8:00 pm on Thursday, November 30, 2023, in reference to a shooting in progress.
Lafayette Police Identify Homicide Suspect, Tragic End to Manhunt
A series of events following a fatal shooting at Plantation Inn on November 24th culminated in a tragic conclusion this morning in Lafayette.