Despite decreases in the past, Lafayette burglaries increased by 9 percent this year, so Lafayette Police Department spokesperson Cpl. Paul Mouton spoke with KPEL to discuss those crimes and how citizens can help tackle the problem.
"A neighborhood watch program is probably one of the most positive programs that we have working for us because it allows police and the neighborhoods to communicate on a regular basis, but it also reminds them to be vigilant and aware of what's going on in their neighborhood and to report that information to police," says Lafayette Police Spokesman Cpl. Paul Mouton.
Corporal Paul Mouton of the Lafayette Police Department stopped by "Mornings with Ken and Bernie" today to discuss Lafayette's Night Out Against Crime.
Each year, Lafayette is one of 15,000 communities across America who participate in the "National Night Out Against Crime". Lafayette Police Corporal Paul Mouton says the event is an effort to shore up crime prevention and more.
Mouton says this year's National Night out for Lafayette will once again be held at Girard Park, but there are similar celebrations in Broussard and Duson...
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Corporal Paul Mouton joined "Mornings With Ken & Bernie" today to talk about a gathering Lafayette Police held yesterday to discuss the growing problem of copper thefts.
A three-year-old girl is recovering from her injuries after she was hit by an alleged intoxicated driver while waiting for a Mardi Gras parade to start in Lafayette.
The holiday season is upon us, and everyone is shopping, including the criminals. That advice comes from Lafayette Police Corporal Paul Mouton who reminds KPEL NewsJunkies that criminal are always on the hunt for new victims.