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• One person killed, another arrested in shooting at Zachary apartment complex, officials say Play Video

  December 6, 2024 1:10 PM

  ZACHARY - One person is dead after a shooting at a Zachary apartment complex on Friday. Dakota Naquin, 21, was found dead from a gunshot wound to the head at The Palms at Sunset Lakes Apartment Complex on McHugh Road. A suspect, 21-year-old Ryley Windham, and others were at... more »

• Zachary Police Department to open new $8 million facility in January despite construction delays Play Video

  December 3, 2024 6:21 PM

  ZACHARY - Despite setbacks in construction, the Zachary Police Department is expanding into a new facility, expecting to open doors January 1st. The police department has shared city hall with other agencies for around 37 years, and Mayor David McDavid says the population has doubled since then. The... more »

• Man arrested after shooting another person in ankle with rifle in Zachary backyard Play Video

  December 3, 2024 1:06 PM

  ZACHARY - A Zachary man was arrested after he accidently shot another man in the ankle, deputies said Tuesday. Korey Davis, 46, was arrested for illegal use of a weapon and negligent injury after shooting a man in the ankle. Davis fired the shot while sighting a rifle in... more »

• Baton Rouge dentist gives back to community by donating turkeys, Rouse's gift cards for Thanksgiving Play Video

  November 26, 2024 4:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge dentist is hoping to make people's smiles brighter this year by giving out turkeys and gift cards for Thanksgiving. Dr. Leonard Lewis gave away more than 30 turkeys Tuesday. He also gave away Rouse's gift cards. He took over a practice... more »

• Two transported in serious condition after truck overturned, caught fire on Old Scenic Highway in Zachary Play Video

  November 26, 2024 2:23 PM

  ZACHARY — Two people were taken to a hospital in serious condition Tuesday afternoon after an 18-wheeler overturned and caught fire near Old Scenic Highway in Zachary. Baton Rouge EMS said that one person was airlifted away from the scene and another was transported in an ambulance. The... more »

• Zachary Police searching for man accused of felony shoplifting at Walmart

  November 20, 2024 3:38 PM

  ZACHARY — Police are looking for a man who stole from a Walmart in Zachary. The man, accused of felony shoplifting, stole merchandise from the Walmart on Main Street in Zachary on Monday. Police added that he was last seen in a white Chrysler 300 with front end damage.... more »

• Zachary police make arrest in carjacking, attempted murder Play Video

  November 13, 2024 8:26 AM

  ZACHARY - Police have arrested a man who allegedly shot someone after attempting to carjack them. Zachary police said the shooting happened at Gate City Convenience Store on Lower Zachary Road on Monday. When officers arrived, they found evidence of the shooting and spoke with the carjacking victim and... more »

• Baton Rouge mayor candidates address key issues in effort to win over undecided voters at Press Club Play Video

  October 14, 2024 6:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Four candidates for East Baton Rouge Parish mayor-president went to the Press Club of Baton Rouge on Monday to win over undecided voters. Mayoral candidates Ted James, Nathaniel Hearn, Steve Myers and incumbent Sharon Weston Broome answered some remaining questions as the campaign winds down. ... more »

• Zachary Police say missing 16-year-old boy has been found

  October 8, 2024 12:44 PM

  ZACHARY — The Zachary Police Department said a 16-year-old boy who was reported missing Tuesday has been found and is safe. more »

• Zachary Police searching for man who used stolen credit card to buy $7,000 lawnmower

  October 2, 2024 12:20 PM

  ZACHARY — Zachary Police detectives are searching for a man who bought a lawnmower with a stolen credit card. Zachary Police are searching for the man, seen in surveillance footage, who used the stolen card to buy a $7,000 mower. Anyone with information on the man’s identity is... more »

• Zachary Police seize largest amount of drugs in city's history; man suspected of selling drugs arrested Play Video

  September 13, 2024 5:45 PM

  ZACHARY — Zachary Police seized a record amount of narcotics, including multiple jars of hallucinogenic mushrooms and more than 2,000 THC vapes, and arrested a man on drug dealing charges in a drug raid. On Sept. 6, Zachary Police officers arrested Dylan Raborn, 31, for an assortment of drug... more »

• Cause not determined for massive house fire in Central Tuesday evening Play Video

  August 21, 2024 8:27 AM

  CENTRAL - Multiple fire departments responded to a house fire that happened Tuesday evening. The Central Fire Department said it and the Baton Rouge, East Side, Zachary, and St. George Fire Departments all responded to the fire at a house on the 6000 block of Thibodeaux. No injuries... more »

• Police searching for armed robbery suspect who stole $445 from Zachary Dollar General Play Video

  August 19, 2024 12:50 PM

  ZACHARY — Zachary Police are searching for a person accused of robbing a Dollar General at gunpoint. The suspect was seen on security footage brandishing a gun and taking around $445 in merchandise. According to police, the suspect also threatened to shoot an employee before driving away in a... more »

• Zachary woman harvests 111-pound watermelon; hopes to share with granddaughter's school

  August 19, 2024 12:03 PM

  ZACHARY — A Zachary woman harvested a colossal watermelon she had been growing for three months that weighs over 100 pounds. The watermelon, which Jeanie Buell nicknamed Big Momma, grew to 111 pounds before being harvested on Sunday. During the three months the abnormally large melon grew, Buell said... more »

• Zachary's Really Hot Air Balloon fest happening this weekend Play Video

  August 9, 2024 10:25 AM

  ZACHARY - The second Zachary Really Hot Air Balloon Festival is happening Saturday at BREC's Zachary Community Park. "When I walked out here and saw the thousands of people I was amazed. The hard work they did, the committee, the Zachary farmers market group put together a good thing... more »

• Months-long DCFS investigation leads to arrest of two adults, two juveniles

  August 9, 2024 6:45 AM

  ZACHARY - Four arrests were made Tuesday at the culmination of a months-long investigation and multiple investigations through the Department of Children and Family Services. Zachary police arrested two adults and two juveniles Tuesday morning. Together, the four were booked for 28 criminal charges. Dekisha Gibson, 36, was... more »

• Capital region goes back to school - Go behind the scenes with several campuses to see how their first days look! Play Video

  August 8, 2024 9:24 AM

  BATON ROUGE - It's that time of year again: time to welcome a new group of students to campuses in and around the capital area as we start the 2024-25 school year! WBRZ has been taking you inside the schools starting back up as part of our Back 2... more »

• Zachary Community School District welcomes students back with bank to teach students financial skills Play Video

  August 7, 2024 6:33 PM

  ZACHARY — The Zachary Community School District welcomes students back on Thursday. This year, the high school has added a new bank, called the Bank of Zachary Bronco Branch. It's a partnership between the school and the Bank of Zachary. The bank inside the school will teach kids financial... more »

• Zachary Police searching for man who stole two TVs from Walmart

  July 17, 2024 11:31 AM

  ZACHARY — The Zachary Police Department is searching for a man accused of stealing two televisions from Walmart. The man was seen on surveillance footage leaving the Walmart with the TVs without paying for them, police said. He then left the store in an older model Chevy Silverado. ... more »

• Zachary man arrested for possession of child porn, deepfaked images 'indistinguishable' from child porn

  July 15, 2024 5:33 PM

  ZACHARY — A Zachary man was arrested over the weekend on 50 counts of child pornography, including deepfaked images of children created using artificial intelligence to create images "that appear indistinguishable from real child pornography," Louisiana Bureau of Investigation arrest records show. Matthew Duncan, 41, was arrested Saturday for... more »

• Deputies spend hours sweeping apartment complex in 'swatting' call, find no evidence of crime Play Video

  July 12, 2024 6:24 PM

  ZACHARY - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office found nothing criminal after spending upwards of eight hours searching the Audubon Parks Apartment Homes for an alleged barricaded subject. The incident, which occurred last night, is called "swatting," making a fake call to emergency services to trigger a massive... more »

• Zachary Police searching for three people accused of using credit cards stolen from a car

  July 11, 2024 4:14 PM

  ZACHARY — Zachary Police are searching for three people accused of burglarizing a vehicle and using stolen credit cards. The three subjects, photographed on surveillance cameras, bought merchandise from a store with stolen cards they procured from the burglary. If you have any information on the identity of... more »

• Zachary Police searching for woman who stole from local business

  July 8, 2024 5:19 PM

  ZACHARY — Zachary Police are searching for a woman accused of stealing from a local business. The woman left the scene in a silver Mitsubishi Outlander, police said. They gave no further details. Anyone with information on the identity of this woman is asked to email jminor@zacharypd.org. more »

• Port Hudson-Pride Road Bridge closed until further notice

  July 1, 2024 4:34 PM

  ZACHARY– The Department of Transportation and Drainage announced Monday that Port Hudson-Pride Road over White Bayou will be closed starting tomorrow until further notice. Officials say drivers can use Scotlandville-Zachary Highway and Church Street/High Street to Old Scenic Highway as alternative routes. more »

• Three people arrested in killing of Zachary High student Play Video

  June 24, 2024 6:05 PM

  NEW ROADS - Three people were arrested in the murder of a Zachary High student that happened in May. The New Roads Police Department said 16-year-old Jonathan Johnson, Jr. was killed May 19 on Carver Drive. On Monday, 21-year-old Michael Anderson of Baker, 22-year-old Brandon Bell and 19-year-old... more »

• Children found walking along Zachary road reunited with family after setting out to visit teachers

  June 20, 2024 10:36 AM

  ZACHARY - Two students from Zachary Early Learning Center were reunited with their family after they were found walking around Zachary. The children were walking around Highway 964 and Rollins Road Thursday morning. The Zachary Police Department brought the children to the station while officers searched for their caregivers... more »

• Zachary Fire Department honors two Entergy workers who pulled motorists out of flaming vehicle Play Video

  June 13, 2024 10:02 PM

  ZACHARY - The Zachary Fire Department honored two Entergy workers Thursday after they helped pull two motorists from flaming wreckage after a car accident in early May. According to Fire Chief Danny Kimble, on May 2, Caleb Harrell and Dylan Granger with Entergy " encountered a car accident on... more »

• 2une In Previews: LA Night Jam Play Video

  June 3, 2024 10:43 AM

  ZACHARY - Spend the weekend in Zachary watching Louisiana's only extreme water sports competition! This morning on 2une, JP spoke with representatives from the Louisiana Night Jam, a competition and exhibition for extreme water sports this Saturday in Zachary. For more information, visit the event website here ,... more »

• Two juveniles arrested for attempted murder, vehicle burglary of Zachary woman on Tuesday Play Video

  May 30, 2024 1:18 PM

  ZACHARY — Two juveniles were arrested Thursday in the attempted vehicle burglary and attempted second-degree murder of a Zachary woman that took place early Tuesday morning. A woman was reportedly shot multiple times after she confronted a suspected burglar early Tuesday morning. Zachary Police Chief Darryl Lawrence said two... more »

• Zachary woman shot multiple times while confronting suspected car burglar Play Video

  May 28, 2024 10:07 AM

  ZACHARY - A woman was reportedly shot multiple times after she confronted a suspected burglar early Tuesday morning, Zachary Police said. Zachary Police Chief Darryl Lawrence said two women saw the man pulling on a car door handle at their neighbor’s home on East Central Avenue near Church Street... more »

• Zachary HS football player honored with moment of silence at Signing Day on Tuesday Play Video

  May 21, 2024 6:57 PM

  ZACHARY - As a number of students were signing with colleges and looking forward to the future, they also took time to remember a fellow student athlete who was fatally shot Sunday. Jonathan Johnson Jr., 16, was shot and killed in New Roads along Carver Drive near Wilkins Street.... more »

• Zachary Police searching for man who stole $300 in merchandise from Home Depot

  May 17, 2024 5:53 PM

  ZACHARY — The Zachary Police Department is searching for a man who stole $300 worth of merchandise from a Home Depot. Police released a surveillance picture of the man, who was wearing basketball shorts, a hoodie and a hat. He appears to be carrying a box with a DeWalt... more »

• LHSAA rules top college football recruit ineligible to play final season of high school basketball Play Video

  December 20, 2023 4:39 PM

  ZACHARY - A top Louisiana student-athlete is having a tough time with a decision handed down by the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. That athlete played football during the 2023 season, but is ineligible to play basketball. The Zachary High School student-athlete and his lawyer say they're looking for answers... more »

• INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Only 3 deputies assigned to work security at event where gunfire broke out, killing teen Play Video

  December 4, 2023 2:07 PM

  PORT HUDSON - Though 10 deputies were originally requested to provide security at a concert and ATV trail ride in Port Hudson over the weekend, the organizer scaled back that request and only three deputies were brought in to work it. The WBRZ Investigative Unit has learned that the... more »

• Suspect arrested in connection with April shooting in Zachary

  October 20, 2023 1:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A local man is in custody in connection with a shooting last April in Zachary. Phillip Edward Williams, 22, was booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison following his arrest on Wednesday. A judge on Friday ordered him held without bond. Williams faces a... more »

• Balloons in place for new Zachary community event happening Saturday

  August 12, 2023 9:49 AM

  ZACHARY - Something new is taking off in Zachary. The Zachary Really Hot Air Balloon Festival will fill the skies with color on Saturday, at the BREC Zachary Community Park on Old Scenic Highway. The free event features food, music -- and, of course, hot air balloons. ... more »

• 11-year-old's near-death experience highlights EBR's rampant fentanyl problem Play Video

  July 19, 2023 6:17 PM

  ZACHARY- An 11-year old overdosed on fentanyl-laced marijuana last week that was given to him by his 16-year-old brother, according to a search warrant filed in court. The WBRZ Investigative Unit uncovered the child had to be given Narcan to reverse the effects of the overdose. Deputies filed... more »

• Suspected gunman found hiding in woods after day-long manhunt in Zachary Play Video

  June 1, 2023 4:17 PM

  ZACHARY - The search for a suspect accused of shooting a victim in the head came to an end Friday afternoon after multiple law enforcement agencies were able to take him into custody. The suspect, 51-year-old Jack Ealy, was arrested Friday afternoon through a joint effort between the East... more »

• Future of health care taking shape in Zachary Play Video

  February 2, 2023 5:30 PM

  ZACHARY - Work on a multi-year expansion and renovation project at Lane Regional Medical Center got underway in earnest on Thursday, as crews began tearing down outdated and aging portions of the facility to make way for new construction. The overhaul will feature a new 4-story tower that will... more »

• Zachary police arrest 'major narcotics distributor'

  January 6, 2023 5:55 PM

  ZACHARY - Police believe they have taken into custody someone responsible for much of the narcotics activity in and around Zachary. The department there announced the arrest of Dylan Davis on charges including distribution of methamphetamine and other drugs. The investigation was conducted by Zachary's Narcotics Division and the... more »

• Zachary pharmacies close; federal probe found 'reckless' dispensing of drugs

  January 3, 2023 7:29 PM

  ZACHARY - Two Zachary pharmacies closed their doors permanently this week, ending a presence in that city that dates to 1968. A social media post by Medical Pharmacy, Inc. – on Christmas Eve – directed customers to Central Pharmacy, on Sullivan road in Baton Rouge, where their prescriptions would... more »

• Plan to move teen convicts to EBR Parish frustrates local leaders over lack of communication Play Video

  August 2, 2022 5:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE- A plan to move some of the state's most troubled convicted teens to East Baton Rouge Parish has drawn the ire of public officials who believe they have been left in the dark about the decision. This week, an informational meeting was canceled in the City of... more »

• Zachary high school student remembered for his big smile and dedication to a sport he loved Play Video

  April 14, 2022 7:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - "He's the reason why we coach as coaches. He was a phenomenal human being," Jeannine Malbrough, head coach of Tiger Aquatics, said. That's the way those who knew and loved 17-year-old award-winning swimmer Tristan Vessel are remembering him. The Zachary High senior had been to... more »

• Bridge construction traffic damages Zachary road, temporary fix to continue Play Video

  March 14, 2022 2:31 PM

  ZACHARY - There are about 10 houses on a stretch of road that has been badly damaged by 18-wheelers. One of those homeowners reached out to 2 On Your Side after he wasn't getting any answers. McHugh Road in Zachary has been torn up by heavy trucks hauling material... more »

• Zachary police impound teenager's dirt bike after trying to evade officers

  March 13, 2022 11:06 PM

  ZACHARY - Officers impounded a dirt bike after the teenage driver, along with two others, led police on a chase along Flanacher Road. According to the Zachary Police Department, a complaint was made Sunday evening concerning dirt bikes on the roadways. Officers spotted three subjects driving dirt bikes... more »

• Man sentenced to life in prison, hard labor for murdering woman in 2019

  February 6, 2022 6:57 PM

  EAST FELICIANA - After nearly three years in custody, a man was sentenced to life in prison Friday for shooting a woman to death in 2019 . The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office said Ernest Howard plead guilty on Friday to the July 2019 murder of LaShan Lacey at... more »

• Even after intense pushback, EBR Planning Commission reverses course, approves Zachary subdivision Play Video

  January 18, 2022 11:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After deferrals and even denials, a 946-lot subdivision just outside the city limits of Zachary was approved Tuesday in the face of widespread opposition. The Trivento subdivision would sit at the intersection of Old Scenic Highway and Groom Road. Once again, both residents and city leaders... more »

• Police nab man accused of vehicle theft, leading officers on a chase in Zachary

  January 3, 2022 8:11 AM

  ZACHARY - A man accused of stealing a vehicle and then leading authorities on a brief chase through Zachary is behind bars. Officers with the Zachary Police Department say they were informed of a vehicle theft that occurred while the owner was inside of a local business, purchasing a... more »

• Firefighters called to early morning blaze in Zachary

  January 3, 2022 6:38 AM

  ZACHARY - A Monday morning fire broke out in Zachary, sources say. The fire occurred at 15648 Chaney Road sometime before 6 a.m. WBRZ is working to determine whether there were any injuries as well as the cause of the blaze. This article will be updated as... more »

• Zachary Police investigate vehicle burglaries in Redwood Lakes subdivision

  December 28, 2021 8:54 AM

  ZACHARY - Officers are investigating early morning vehicle burglaries in a Zachary community. On Tuesday morning, the Zachary Police Department said officers are in the area of Redwood Lakes subdivision in regards to reported vehicle burglaries. Two suspects are reportedly in custody. Officials are urging area residents... more »

• Zachary to face Ponchatoula in Louisiana high school football state championship Play Video

  December 10, 2021 5:47 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - High school football fans are preparing for Saturday's game at Caesar's Superdome, where Zachary will face off against Ponchatoula in the LHSAA football championship. All tickets are general admission and will be in the plaza level of the Superdome. Advanced ticket sales will be $19.00... more »

• Drug bust: Seven people arrested on charges ranging from drug possession to prostitution

  November 16, 2021 10:48 AM

  ZACHARY - An investigation headed by the Zachary Police Department's Narcotics Division was carried out over the course of several months and came to a conclusion with a massive drug bust and seven arrests. Police say the investigations was designed to target illegal distribution of narcotics and sales of... more »

• WATCH: Councilman brandishes gun during Facebook rant directed at Zachary mayor Play Video

  November 11, 2021 1:22 PM

  ZACHARY - Tensions reached a boiling point in Zachary overnight, when a sitting councilman went on Facebook live questioning millions of dollars state auditors found were spent without a written contract for services. During that post, Councilman Lael Montgomery produced what appeared to be a gun. Auditors discovered $3.5... more »

• Food distribution event in Zachary Tuesday

  September 8, 2021 1:07 PM

  ZACHARY - As power outages and other challenges triggered by Hurricane Ida make day-to-day living difficult for communities across south Louisiana, fresh fruits and vegetables are yet another commodity that some have difficulty accessing. Zachary area officials hope to remedy this with a Farm fresh fruits and vegetables distribution... more »

• Zachary school leaders say safety is priority as students return to classrooms Play Video

  August 9, 2021 8:44 AM

  ZACHARY - As of Monday, the first day of the 2021-2022 school year has started for a number of schools in the WBRZ viewing area. In the early morning hours, students file onto campuses across Pointe Coupee Parish, Baker, Zachary, and the Feliciana Parishes, eager to crack open new... more »

• Back-to-school week continues with first day of class for Ascension Parish students Play Video

  August 9, 2021 5:23 AM

  The week of August 9 marks an exciting time for K-12 students across south Louisiana as they take on the first day of a new school year. On Tuesday, educators in Ascension Parish began welcoming students back to class after summer vacation. Monday concluded with a successful first... more »

• Zachary Police Department closed to public until further notice

  August 6, 2021 9:30 AM

  ZACHARY - As south Louisiana battles an increasing number of COVID cases, officials in one community are taking the extra precaution of closing the local police department. The Zachary Police Department announced Friday, via its Facebook page , that its Administrative offices are closed until further notice. According... more »

• LDH offering routine COVID testing to K-12 schools; EBR and Zachary on board Play Video

  July 28, 2021 11:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Days before students across the state return to classrooms, the Louisiana Department of Health is launching an effort to combat potential outbreaks in schools. A K-12 testing program, funded with dollars from the American Rescue Plan, will allow any school district in the state to routinely... more »

• Suspected shooter arrested in May killing of IHOP employee; All known suspects in custody Play Video

  June 25, 2021 4:47 AM

  UPDATE: The fifth suspect, Trevell Jarrell, was arrested in Dallas on Aug. 3 and was transferred to East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on Aug. 23. Jarell was booked for first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, simple arson, illegal posession of stolen things and obstruction of justice. This is a... more »