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Officer arrests several members of alleged vehicle burglary ring Play Video
July 15, 2024 6:22 AM
BATON ROUGE - An officer made multiple arrests in an alleged vehicle burglary ring, seizing a tool they used to break into the victims' cars. The Baton Rouge Police Department said an officer, Cpl. Tayveon Slaughter, was working extra duty early Sunday morning investigating vehicle burglaries when he came... more » -
His brother was found dead, his mother was arrested, then this baby was found crawling by a highway Play Video
July 11, 2024 8:50 AM
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A Louisiana sheriff says a 1-year-old “miracle baby” survived two days of sometimes stormy weather before a truck driver spotted him crawling along a roadside the day after his 4-year-old brother was found dead and his mother was arrested in Mississippi. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Gary... more » -
Police searching for suspect in July 1 armed robbery
July 9, 2024 8:02 AM
BATON ROUGE - Police are attempting to identify a suspect in an armed robbery that happened early on the morning of July 1. The individual pictured above entered the Race Trac on Harding Boulevard near Merle Gustafson Drive around 3:20 a.m. that morning. They reportedly showed a gun to... more » -
Two Hammond men sentenced to 10 years in prison for 2022 'crime spree'
July 3, 2024 1:40 PM
LAKE CHARLES - Three men including two Hammond natives were sentenced to a total of 31 years in prison for their involvement in a two-week long crime spree that spanned three states. The United States Department of Justice announced that the three men—Evan Ard, 22, of Hammond; Jaylon Brumfield,... more » -
Houma man arrested after deputies found drugs during traffic stop
July 2, 2024 4:03 PM
HOUMA— A Houma man faces multiple drug charges after Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Deputies found illegal narcotics during a traffic stop. Deputies say they pulled over 43-year-old Aaron Anthony Lampton Thursday evening on Roy Street. During the stop, he tried to get rid of the illegal drugs in his car... more » -
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Deputies looking for suspect in Covington armed robbery
July 1, 2024 4:43 PM
COVINGTON — The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for a suspect who robbed a man at gunpoint while he was using an ATM in Covington Friday night. Deputies say the suspect, described as a black male in dark clothes wearing a mask, approached the victim just before... more » -
One killed in early morning shooting off North Donmoor Avenue Play Video
July 1, 2024 2:35 PM
BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police are investigating after a man was shot to death along North Donmoor Avenue early this morning. Officers say Byron Irving, 36, was killed just before three a.m. Monday morning. Police arrived at the scene after receiving Ivring's body was found with multiple gunshot... more » -
Officers looking for suspect in 50-year-old woman's killing Play Video
June 29, 2024 6:25 PM
BATON ROUGE - A 50-year-old woman was found shot to death inside a home Saturday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department said officers found Sheila Mitchell shot inside of a home near the corner of La Margie Ave and North Cristy Drive around 8:45 a.m. Officers are searching... more » -
Some residents concerned with state of Baker police department; chief says all is well Play Video
June 28, 2024 6:36 PM
BAKER — As Baker Police Chief Carl Dunn enters his third term as top cop, he has a plan for the city. "To continue to make Baker the safest city in Louisiana," he said Friday. Dunn considers the reported crime rate in his city as one of the... more » -
EBRSO shows what Gang Intelligence Unit seized during June arrests
June 28, 2024 12:41 PM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Gang Intelligence and Enforcement Unit made a handful of arrests in the past week, resulting in the seizure of 13 guns and hundreds of lethal doses of fentanyl. Deputies said they were investigating multiple reported overdoses, which tied back to "poly-drug dealers"... more » -
Man arrested for using fake ID to bond friend out of jail, who was arrested for using fake IDs
June 28, 2024 11:54 AM
COVINGTON - A man was arrested Monday after he allegedly used fake IDs and information to make purchases at several St. Tammany Parish stores. Later that same day, his believed accomplice was also arrested for using a fake ID to try and bond him out of jail. St.... more » -
Person of interest in custody for attempted robbery, assault at supermarket; store's neighbor heartbroken Play Video
June 28, 2024 10:51 AM
GONZALES — Police have a person of interest suspected of attempting to rob and sexually assault an employee of a Gonzales supermarket outside the store early Friday morning in custody, Gonzales Police said. Around 4 a.m., a female employee at Lamendola's Supermarket was assaulted by an unidentified Black man... more » -
Two alleged drug dealers arrested during traffic stop near Slidell
June 27, 2024 11:53 AM
SLIDELL - A traffic stop led to the arrests of two alleged drug dealers Tuesday night. As deputies with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office attempted to pull over a vehicle on Highway 11 on Tuesday night, they saw the driver and passenger throw something out the window, which... more » -
Patterson man arrested for 11 counts of vehicle burglary since 2022 Play Video
June 27, 2024 9:22 AM
BAYOU L'OURSE - Deputies arrested a 21-year-old man for 11 counts of vehicle burglary at the end of an investigation going back to 2022. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office said it began investigating in January 2022 after there were multiple reports of vehicle burglary in the Griffin Court area.... more » -
Detectives seeking information on unsolved 2021 murder Play Video
June 26, 2024 9:36 AM
ST. GABRIEL - Police are still searching for answers regarding an unsolved murder that happened in 2021. The St. Gabriel Police Department was called to Timothy Brown's home in December 2021. Brown had multiple gunshot wounds and he died at the scene. Investigators and Brown's family are still... more » -
Teenager, mother arrested after argument led to deadly shooting on Boulevard De Province Play Video
June 19, 2024 9:49 AM
BATON ROUGE - A teenager and his mother were arrested after an argument led to a deadly shooting earlier in June. The teenager was arrested Tuesday for second-degree murder after allegedly shooting and killing Sarantis Thomas , 22, on June 6. The shooting happened at an apartment complex on... more » -
Victim shot during 2021 armed robbery attempt dies from complications 3 years later Play Video
June 18, 2024 9:32 AM
BATON ROUGE - An investigation into an armed robbery from 2021 continues as the victim, who suffered a gunshot wound during the incident, died from complications. Warren West, 35, died Monday from complications stemming from a gunshot wound he received on February 7, 2021, during an armed robbery. ... more » -
Man arrested for assault after pointing gun at victim during fight
June 17, 2024 10:29 AM
NAPOLEONVILLE - Deputies arrested a man for aggravated assault after he allegedly pointed a gun at multiple people during an argument. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office reported it arrested Marlon Lewis, 26, on Saturday a month after the initial argument on May 17. The victim told deputies Lewis had... more » -
Police investigating fatal shooting Thursday morning that left one person dead Play Video
June 13, 2024 1:32 PM
BATON ROUGE - One person was killed in a shooting that happened around 10:30 a.m. Thursday. According to emergency officials, the coroner's office was called to the 2200 of Pocahontas Street near the intersection of Madison Avenue. WBRZ has reached out to law enforcement for more information. more » -
Urgent plea goes out after mother of 2 young girls found dead at Loranger: 'We have to find these children' Play Video
June 13, 2024 11:39 AM
LORANGER — Law officers made an urgent plea Thursday for the safe return of two young girls missing from a Loranger home where their mother was found dead. "Please. Please turn the children over to someone," Tangipahoa Parish Chief Deputy Jimmy Travis said. "Get them safe. Call law enforcement... more » -
Juvenile injured in Sunday night shooting off Plank Road Play Video
June 10, 2024 11:24 AM
BATON ROUGE - A juvenile was reportedly injured in a shooting that happened Sunday night. The Baton Rouge Police Department said officers were called to the hospital shortly after 9 p.m. due to a juvenile arriving with a gunshot wound. Investigators found the shooting happened on the near the... more » -
Man arrested in New Orleans for death of toddler in Maine
June 6, 2024 10:46 AM
OWLS HEAD, Maine (AP) — A man charged with manslaughter in the death of his girlfriend’s 22-month-old child was arrested in Louisiana after an autopsy showed the toddler died from blunt force trauma, state police said Wednesday. The child’s death happened when Aziayh Scott was living with his girlfriend... more » -
Livingston deputies investigating possible attempted abduction; suspect car located, no arrests made Play Video
June 6, 2024 8:37 AM
SPRINGFIELD - Deputies are searching for the owner of a car that may be tied to an attempted abduction. The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies were called to an address in Springfield Wednesday night after the incident. While Sheriff Jason Ard said investigators are still trying to piece... 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 » -
Man dies after being found in his vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds Play Video
May 24, 2024 11:50 AM
BATON ROUGE - Detectives are investigating the death of a man who was found in his vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds. The Baton Rouge Police Department said Dauntre Alvis, 36, was found in his vehicle on North Harrell's Ferry Road late Thursday night. Alvis was taken to a hospital... more » -
Contractor for City-Parish allegedly discussed incest, bestiality with undercover agent before arrest
May 23, 2024 10:18 AM
WARNING: The news story below contains disturbing descriptions and messages. ------------ BATON ROUGE - A contractor working for the city-parish allegedly told an undercover agent he was interested in bestiality and incest after sending the agent a video of himself confirming his identity. Federal court documents show... more » -
Texas headstone maker accused of fraud arrested in Baton Rouge after two months on the run Play Video
May 22, 2024 4:56 PM
BATON ROUGE-- A Texas headstone maker accused of stealing from dozens of customers was arrested in Baton Rouge by U.S. Marshals on Wednesday. Rio Grande City District Attorney Gocha Allen Ramirez says Noie Hesbrook III stole thousands of dollars from at least 90 customers, including 23 older people. ... more » -
BRPD makes third arrest weeks after two teenagers were booked for fatal shooting Play Video
May 22, 2024 12:24 PM
BATON ROUGE - A third arrest was made in the late April shooting death of Daon Scott, 23. On Monday, officers with the baton Rouge Police Department arrested Taylor Nelson, 21, for her alleged involvement in Scott's shooting. Two 16-year-olds were previously arrested on May 1 for their... more » -
Berwick man arrested after allegedly firing shotgun at officers in standoff
May 7, 2024 1:24 PM
BERWICK — A man was arrested on attempted murder charges in Berwick after allegedly threatening to kill and shooting at police officers. Aydan Rhodes, 18, was booked Monday by the Berwick Police Department on three counts of attempted first degree murder and illegal use of weapons. According to... more » -
Louisiana Supreme Court clears Broadmoor teacher who was both acquitted and convicted at trial Play Video
April 30, 2024 11:56 AM
BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Supreme Court on Tuesday unanimously cleared a former Broadmoor Elementary School teacher whose conviction on an aggravated assault charge was initially pronounced as an acquittal because of a disconnect between the trial judge and the jury hearing the case. Judge Eboni Johnson Rose committed... more » -
Three killed, four hurt in weekend shootings across Capital Area Play Video
April 28, 2024 7:55 PM
BATON ROUGE - Three people were killed and four were injured in shootings across the Capital Area over the weekend. On Saturday, the Baton Rouge Police Department said 23-year-old Daon Scott was found shot to death at BREC's Longfellow Park around 3 a.m. Nearly an hour later, 51-year-old... more » -
Homeless man killed in shooting along GSRI Avenue on Saturday morning
April 27, 2024 8:58 AM
BATON ROUGE - A homeless man died in a hospital after being shot Saturday morning. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said 51-year-old Reginald Riggs was shot around 5 a.m. at the corner of GSRI and Jasper avenues. Deputies said Riggs was homeless. No more information about... more » -
After capitol region faces two cyber attacks, Homeland Security urges residents to take precautions Play Video
April 17, 2024 4:27 PM
BATON ROUGE - In the past month, many Baton Rouge residents received notice of their data being breached. One of these breaches includes the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office hack that exposed many highly-confidential employee documents on the dark web. Just days before, it was announced that a data... more » -
LSU student arrested after PMAC break-in; he was busted in November for theft at Tiger Stadium
March 7, 2024 12:47 PM
BATON ROUGE — Police arrested an LSU student from Metairie on a burglary charge this week after finding basketball shoes and volleyball jerseys stolen from the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in his apartment. Last November, LSU Police had charged the man with stealing items from Tiger Stadium across the street.... more » -
With the stroke of a pen, Louisiana has new gun laws, new ways to execute prisoners Play Video
March 5, 2024 2:24 PM
BATON ROUGE — With the stroke of a pen, Gov. Jeff Landry on Tuesday expanded gun rights for most Louisiana residents and approved new ways to execute death row prisoners. Louisiana's new concealed carry law , (Senate Bill 1) which takes effect on Independence Day, lowers from 21 to... more » -
Houma man arrested for alleged sex crimes against missing teen
March 5, 2024 12:15 PM
TERREBONNE PARISH - Officials arrested a Houma man who allegedly had a sexual encounter with a missing teen. The Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office arrested Cameron Rodrigue, 18, on one charge of carnal knowledge of a juvenile. The arrest came after an investigation by the Special Victims Unit. Deputies... more » -
Man wanted in connection to shooting outside Bogalusa High School in January arrested Saturday
March 4, 2024 10:06 AM
COVINGTON - A man wanted for attempted murder after a January shooting at a Bogalusa High School was arrested over the weekend. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office arrested Jimmerious Smith, 18, Saturday night after the driver of a vehicle he was in was seen violating traffic laws. Smith,... more » -
Deputies identify 19-year-old suspect in shooting at RV park on Florida Boulevard Wednesday night Play Video
February 14, 2024 9:59 PM
BATON ROUGE - A suspect is in custody after a reported shooting left a 20-year-old dead at an RV park Wednesday night. Police identified the suspect as Kentrell Brothers Thursday evening and arrested him for second-degree murder. Deputies said the shooting happened around 8:30 p.m. after an altercation... more » -
Man arrested in rape, allegedly took pictures of victim while she was unconscious
February 13, 2024 4:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested Tuesday, almost two months after he allegedly brought an intoxicated woman to his home and had sex with her when she was too drunk to consent. According to an arrest warrant, a woman told officers that she woke up naked in Jose... more » -
One injured in early-morning shooting off Government Street Play Video
February 9, 2024 8:36 AM
BATON ROUGE - One person was injured in a reported shooting near Government Street early Friday morning. Officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department said one victim was shot in the torso around 4 a.m. Friday on South 14th Street near Government. There was no further information regarding... more » -
18-year-old identified as victim of fatal shooting off Plank Road Thursday
February 8, 2024 1:10 PM
BATON ROUGE - An 18-year-old was shot and killed off Plank Road Thursday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department said that Tyre Everson, 18, was shot and killed on Shelly Street off Plank shortly before noon on Thursday. No further information on a suspect or suspects or a... more » -
Teenager arrested in connection with fatal shooting of 36-year-old that happened on Evangeline Street
January 29, 2024 9:06 AM
BATON ROUGE - A 16-year-old was arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting that left a 36-year-old man dead. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the teenager was arrested Thursday after an investigation found them to be connected with a shooting that happened on Jan. 28 on Evangeline Street... more » -
Three arrested in vandalism at Prairieville High construction site Play Video
January 3, 2024 12:15 PM
PRAIRIEVILLE - Vandals smashing glass windows and spray-painting graffiti caused more than $50,000 in damage to the Prairieville High School building, which is under construction. "When these kids do these damages, it costs tax payers money," Donald Capello, Chief of Criminal Operations with the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office, said.... more » -
Teenager killed after New Year's Eve shooting in Pointe Coupee Parish
January 2, 2024 12:07 PM
POINTE COUPEE PARISH - A 19-year-old died from his injuries after a reported shooting that happened on New Year's Eve. According to the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to a hospital shortly before midnight on Sunday after the teenager showed up with a gunshot wound to... more » -
Man arrested after woman killed in shooting on Main Street early Tuesday
January 2, 2024 6:27 AM
BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a 23-year-old after a shooting that left a woman dead early Tuesday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department said officers responded to the 2700 block of Main Street near Atkinson Street around 2:45 a.m.. Officers said the woman, who was later identified as... more » -
Police investigating reported shooting that left 57-year-old dead Monday night
December 19, 2023 7:41 AM
BATON ROUGE - Detectives are investigating a reported shooting that happened Monday night and left a 57-year-old man dead. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, homicide detectives were called to the scene on Tamari Drive off Florida Boulevard shortly after 9 p.m. Monday. Upon their arrival, detectives found... more » -
Suspect arrested in deadly shooting on Thomas Delpit Drive
December 8, 2023 12:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - A 33-year-old man was booked Friday in connection with a fatal shooting in the 1400 block of Thomas Delpit Drive in late November. Namoni Black is facing counts of second-degree murder and illegal use of a weapon. Black is accused of killing 54-year-old Eric Johnson.... more » -
Mother, stepfather charged after child taken to hospital in critical condition
December 1, 2023 2:42 PM
CLINTON - A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of child abuse after an 8-year-old girl was taken to the hospital with critical injuries. The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office said it was called to an address on Highway 10 in Jackson earlier this week, finding... more » -
Local attorney, 77, accused of smuggling drugs to inmate, helping pay off witnesses Play Video
November 30, 2023 1:49 PM
BATON ROUGE - A longtime local attorney is charged in a felony case that accuses him of trying to smuggle drugs to an inmate inside the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison, and -- in a separate matter -- of trying to pay witnesses so they would not to show up... more » -
Parent accused of attacking child at school arrested
November 29, 2023 1:47 PM
BATON ROUGE - A woman accused of assaulting a student at a local school has been arrested. Police took Laquisha Sensley into custody on Tuesday. She faces several charges, including cruelty to juveniles. An arrest warrant shows that Sensley, 31, is accused of attacking a 15-year-old student at... more » -
DA sought transfer of juvenile escapee days before latest breakout Play Video
November 27, 2023 6:55 PM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge District Attorney's Office filed a motion to transfer the teenager who has twice escaped juvenile detention to an adult jail the day that teen was caught after his first breakout. Court records show that prosecutors asked a judge on Nov. 16 to... more » -
Deputies arrest man after White Castle shooting that left one dead
November 21, 2023 3:52 PM
WHITE CASTLE - Deputies arrested a man after a shooting that left one person dead in White Castle Tuesday. The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office and the White Castle Police Department were called to Maggio Street on reports of shots being fired in the area around noon Tuesday. When... more » -
Task force executed more than 50 warrants in month-long operation
November 9, 2023 4:13 PM
BATON ROUGE - A US Marshals task force executed more than 50 warrants in a monthlong operation focused on domestic violence matters. Officials said the effort was meant to coincide with Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October), and that it spread across nine area parishes. Seizures included 10 pistols,... more » -
Would-be robber mobbed by angry tenants after botched heist at Baton Rouge apartment complex
October 25, 2023 3:00 PM
BATON ROUGE - A criminal's plot to rob several tenants at a Baton Rouge apartment complex by pretending to have a gun in his pocket backfired when the residents realized he was completely unarmed. The Baton Rouge Fire Department says 45-year-old Reginald Millican's plan involved pulling a fire alarm... more » -
One dead, eight vehicles involved in crash as BRPD rushes to aid of officer under fire Play Video
October 21, 2023 12:20 AM
BATON ROUGE - A man was killed in a crash late Friday night involving a Baton Rouge Police unit responding to a call from an officer who had come under fire moments earlier. A total of eight vehicles were damaged or destroyed in what BRPD described as a "major traffic... 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 »