Four Arrested for Allegedly Bringing Drugs Into Elayn Hunt Prison
Four people were arrested after authorities say marijuana was brought onto the grounds of Elayn Hunt Correctional Center.
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Officials Investigate Latest Death at Elayn Hunt Prison
Another inmate has died at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center, marking the third death at the facility this year.
Another Inmate Death Reported at Elayn Hunt Prison
An inmate died Sunday at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel.
Fifth Inmate Dies at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Three Months
An inmate at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center has died, marking the fifth unexpected death at the facility since late September.
Inmate Dies in Louisiana Jail, Overdose Suspected
A 30-year-old Baton Rouge inmate died at West Baton Rouge jail after a medical emergency. Overdose suspected; investigation ongoing.
Inmate Files $2 Million Complaint After Doctor Cuts Off His Toes
In a heartbreaking twist, a simple spider bite spiraled into a life-altering surgical nightmare for one inmate at the Fountain Correctional Facility. Stay tuned for the details.
Louisiana Realtor Lands in jail Following Indecency Charges
A prominent Baton Rouge realtor is heading to prison after he pleaded guilty to two counts of indecent behavior with juveniles on Monday.
Lafayette, Louisiana's Projected Cost of Crime is Staggering
Looking at the projected 2025 "Cost Of Crime" for Lafayette, Louisiana will honestly make you blink your eyes to make sure you're reading the number correctly.
Slidell Woman Gets 40 Years After Sneaking Fentanyl Into Jail
A Slidell woman received a 40-year sentence after smuggling fentanyl into a jail, leading to an inmate’s death.
Texas Houses Two Supermax Prisons, Including One of the Most Feared in the U.S.
Texas is home to two supermax prisons
Former Texas High School Band Instructor Receives Sentence For Grooming Students
A Texarkana, Arkansas Man Is Going To Federal Prison For A Very Long Time After Pleading Guilty To Some Heinous Acts Involving Students.
Inmate Nearly Escapes From Louisiana State Prison ‘Angola’
An inmate in the Louisiana State Penitentiary nearly escaped from the facility after allegedly stabbing someone.
Breaux Bridge, Louisiana Man Sentenced to 18-Year Prison Term for Contractor Fraud
According to the district attorney's office, the man performed unlicensed contracting on homes damaged by Hurricane Ida.
Former Louisiana Priest Sentenced for Drugging and Molesting Men
A former Louisiana Catholic priest has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for drugging and molesting men he met in New Orlean's French Quarter.
Prison Guards Punished - Subjected Inmates to 'Baby Shark'
Court filings say the song was played on repeat as a form of punishment.
Northside Residents Voice Opposition to LCG Jailhouse Proposal
Community leaders are concerned that a jail would only further discourage change in the northside.
Man Who Spent Covid $57K of Covid Relief Money on Pokemon Card Gets 3 Years in Prison
31-year-old Vinath Oudomsine pled guilty this week in Georgia to spending more than $57,000 of his coronavirus relief money on a rare Pokemon card.
Child Molester Released From Louisiana Prison Seven Years Early, Walked Free for a Month
The mistake was chalked up to a mathematical error.
71-Year-Old Breaux Bridge Woman Sentenced to Prison for Tax Fraud
A 71-year-old Breaux Bridge woman is reportedly being sent to prison for not paying taxes to her former employees.
Angola Prison Rodeo is On, With Some Changes
Dates for the historic rodeo this year are Oct 3,10,17,24 and 31.