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• One person injured after Monday night shooting in Baton Rouge Play Video

  May 27, 2025 7:51 AM

  BATON ROUGE - One person was taken to the hospital after a reported shooting Monday night. Officials said the shooting happened on Chestnut Street in Baton Rouge shortly after 8 p.m.. Emergency officials confirmed one person was taken to the hospital, but the severity of their injuries was not... more »

• Deputies: Man arrested for attempted murder tried to hide gun under pot Play Video

  May 20, 2025 10:19 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Deputies said a man arrested for two counts of attempted murder tried to hide his gun under a pot underneath the sink when law enforcement searched his apartment. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office was called to an apartment complex on Regatta Drive on Monday afternoon.... more »

• Police investigating deadly shooting early Friday morning Play Video

  May 16, 2025 11:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Friday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the shooting happened in the 1600 block of Blanche Court. Brian Keith Lee, 52, was found in a home there with a life-threatening gunshot wound. He was taken... more »

• OJJ employee arrested for allegedly having inappropriate relationship with youth offender Play Video

  May 9, 2025 11:34 AM

  BUNKIE - An employee with the Office of Juvenile Justice was arrested for sexual misconduct after she allegedly had an inappropriate relationship with one of the youth at the Acadiana Center. The OJJ announced that Khy Winbush, 24, was arrested for malfeasance in office, sexual misconduct and drug charges... more »

• Multiple capital-area men sentenced to federal prison for drug ring involvement

  May 9, 2025 10:23 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Multiple men in the capital region were sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a drug ring operating in Iberville Parish. The United States Department of Justice said five men were sentenced due to their involvement in a drug ring trafficking cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine.... more »

• One taken to hospital after early morning shooting in Baton Rouge Play Video

  May 9, 2025 8:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A teenager was injured in a shooting that happened early Friday morning. Officials said a 17-year-old was taken to the hospital in stable condition after a shooting on North 15th Street around 4:30 a.m. Friday. WBRZ has reached out to law enforcement for more information... more »

• Woman hurt in shooting along Taft Street Play Video

  May 5, 2025 11:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A woman was taken to a hospital after being shot Monday night. First responders rushed to Taft Street, just off of Highland Road where a different shooting happened hours earlier. The woman was taken to the hospital in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Police... more »

• Detectives searching for alleged vehicle burglary suspect

  May 1, 2025 7:21 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Detectives are searching for a person believed to be connected to several vehicle burglaries that happened early Monday morning. Capital Region Crime Stoppers posted a picture of the person detectives believe to be responsible for multiple vehicle burglaries that happened early Monday morning in the area... more »

• Alleged vehicle burglar wanted in four states arrested in Baton Rouge Play Video

  April 26, 2025 4:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Two people, one of whom was wanted in three other states, were arrested Thursday for a vehicle burglary that happened in Raceland. On Thursday morning, Lafourche Parish deputies were called to a fitness center in Raceland because several vehicles were broken into. One of the suspects,... more »

• Deputies searching for information after neighborhood homes filled with bullet holes

  April 23, 2025 1:54 PM

  SORRELL - Detectives are trying to find more information after multiple homes were riddled with bullet holes. The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said the investigation started Wednesday morning when multiple homes around Desonier Road were found to be filled with bullet holes. The road was shut down while... more »

• Man repeatedly called false fire alarms to gain access to ex-girlfriend's gated apartment complex Play Video

  April 23, 2025 12:30 PM

  ST. GEORGE - A man was arrested after he allegedly called false fire alarms into his ex-girlfriend's apartment in an attempt to enter her gated apartment complex. Officials arrested Cedrick Merrick Jr., 25, on April 14 for four counts of calling in false fire alarms and one count of... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly extorting porn from young girls faces additional charges

  April 23, 2025 12:14 PM

  LABADIEVILLE - A man is facing more charges relating to child pornography after he allegedly extorted young women from Florida and Washington. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office collaborated with a sheriff's office in Florida for the investigation. David Arvizu, 27, of Labadieville was found to be using social media... more »

• Baton Rouge man arrested in Easter shooting that had children in line of fire Play Video

  April 23, 2025 11:00 AM

  RAYNE - A Baton Rouge man was arrested in Rayne for his alleged involvement in a shooting that put children in danger on Easter Sunday, and officers are searching for a second suspect. The Rayne Police Department said officers were called to a home where an 18-year-old woman and... more »

• Police investigating homicide after homeless woman found decomposing in Baton Rouge apartment Play Video

  April 22, 2025 12:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating the death of a homeless woman as a homicide after she was found decomposing in a boarded up apartment Monday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department said 34-year-old Shaquinnta Scott was found by a worker near a boarded up, vacant apartment unit at... more »

• Coroner identifies man killed after being shot by police in motel parking lot Play Video

  April 21, 2025 10:23 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The parish coroner's office has identified a man who was shot and killed after a police standoff early Sunday morning. The victim was identified as 34-year-old Kevin Vallian. Vallian allegedly approached a motel guest and tried to rob her at gunpoint. Her boyfriend reportedly fought... more »

• Police arrest teenager for alleged involvement in shooting death of 40-year-old man Play Video

  April 17, 2025 9:57 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police have arrested a teenager for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of a 40-year-old man . The Baton Rouge Police Department was called to a home on Geronimo Street on Apr. 6. When officers arrived, they found a man, 40-year-old Kevin Dale Evans, dead... more »

• Family accused of killing, attempting to dump man's body over the Old Bridge pleads not guilty Play Video

  April 16, 2025 10:24 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A family of four accused of killing a man and attempting to dump his body over the side of the Old Bridge pleaded not guilty to their respective charges during a hearing Tuesday. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said 41-year-old Gerard Nicholas Richard's body... more »

• Detectives looking to identify two people allegedly involved in Saturday shooting Play Video

  April 15, 2025 2:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Detectives are looking to identify two persons of interest in a shooting that happened Saturday. Detectives said the shooting happened in the 7300 block of Town South Avenue. The shooting happened on April 12. Anyone with information on the identities of the two people pictured... more »

• Alleged poly-drug dealer arrested in Baton Rouge, almost 10,000 doses of fentanyl seized Play Video

  April 11, 2025 12:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two people were arrested, including an alleged poly-drug dealer, after a search of a trailer yielded thousands of lethal doses of fentanyl. Over the last two months, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office investigated an alleged drug dealer, 42-year-old Rashee Scruggs, and a property on Peerless... more »

• Burglary suspect wanted in violent crimes has been arrested, deputies say Play Video

  April 9, 2025 11:56 AM

  NEW ROADS - Deputies arrested a burglary suspect who has been on the loose since Mar. 15 and was considered armed and dangerous. Garrett Graffia allegedly burglarized a home in early February, stealing multiple firearms. He also faces pending charges for violent crimes in another parish. Deputies said... more »

• 2une In Previews: Know Your Rights event with Southern University Play Video

  April 8, 2025 12:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - This Thursday, Southern University Criminal Justice Club is hosting an event for the student body to educate them on their rights when they encounter law enforcement. The event will be hosted from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Higgins Atrium. Former Judge C. Hunter King... more »

• Teenager arrested for double shooting in Gonzales Thursday morning Play Video

  March 28, 2025 9:51 AM

  GONZALES - A teenager was arrested for allegedly shooting at two victims who were leaving their driveway Thursday morning. Deputies arrested Jeaon Pindexter, 17, for two counts of attempted second-degree murder, illegal use of weapons, aggravated criminal damage to property and illegal possession of a handgun. Pindexter is... more »

• Drugs, 32 guns seized after five-hour standoff; alleged drug dealer found hiding in attic Play Video

  March 28, 2025 9:42 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man accused of being a drug dealer was found trying to escape through an apartment attic after a five-hour long standoff Thursday afternoon. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office Gang Intelligence and Enforcement Unit arrested Kevin Bova, 35, after a standoff at an apartment complex... more »

• Detectives searching for three people suspected of stealing more than $10,000 of jewelry

  March 27, 2025 12:28 PM

  HAMMOND - Detectives are searching for three people, one of whom is from Baton Rouge, in connection to two thefts from a jewelry store. The Hammond Police Department is searching for Joy Renee Taylor of Baton Rouge. Taylor is accused of two separate thefts from a Kay Jewelers in... more »

• Two juveniles shot while leaving driveway early Thursday morning Play Video

  March 27, 2025 10:49 AM

  GONZALES - Two juveniles were shot while leaving their driveway early Thursday morning in Ascension Parish. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said the shooting happened around 7:00 a.m. on Prairie South Road Off J.D. Broussard Road in Gonzales. "One was shot in the leg, another was shot in... more »

• Supreme Court upholds Biden rule requiring serial numbers and background checks for ghost guns Play Video

  March 26, 2025 10:37 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld a Biden administration regulation on the nearly impossible-to-trace weapons called ghost guns, clearing the way for continued serial numbers, background checks and age verification requirements to buy them in kits online. Seven justices joined the opinion, authored by Justice Neil... more »

• Man accused of kidnapping, raping woman outside Target parking lot taken into custody, police say Play Video

  March 21, 2025 10:35 AM

  HAMMOND - An 18-year-old man accused of kidnapping and raping a woman outside of a Target parking lot in Hammond has been captured, according to police. Tangipahoa Sheriff's Office officials said Donnie Lee Stevenson, 18, followed a woman inside a Target store, kidnapped and then assaulted her outside in... more »

• Police trying to identify man wanted in Tuesday shooting on Newcastle Avenue Play Video

  March 20, 2025 5:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department is trying to identify a suspect in a shooting that took place Tuesday on Newcastle Avenue. The shooting, which was non-fatal, took place in the 12000 block of Newcastle Avenue. Anyone with information is urged to contact officials at 225-344-7867. more »

• 22-year-old man arrested after pornography involving juveniles allegedly found on his phone Play Video

  March 19, 2025 12:17 PM

  BAYOU VISTA - A man was arrested for several counts of indecent behavior with juveniles and similar charges after deputies found pornography on his phone. The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies were called to a home in Bayou Vista on Feb. 22, and their response prompted an... more »

• Suspect in New Orleans shooting arrested in Baton Rouge after Crime Stoppers tip Play Video

  March 14, 2025 8:51 AM

  BATON ROUGE - After BRPD officers received a tip from Crime Stoppers, they arrested a man accused of a shooting that happened in New Orleans in early March. Officers said they executed a search warrant at a home on Third Street early Thursday morning. The warrant was obtained after... more »

• Man arrested for alleged arson that caused millions in damages Play Video

  March 12, 2025 6:11 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man has been arrested for arson after a fire in May caused millions in damages and posed a "significant threat to human life." Fire investigators arrested James Peck, 49, on Wednesday for two counts of aggravated arson. Peck is allegedly tied to a fire... more »

• Man's negligent homicide charge upgraded to second-degree murder after relative's death Play Video

  March 6, 2025 10:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man who was arrested for negligent homicide after a shooting on Feb. 27 had his charge upgraded to second-degree murder. Hasan Sabree, who was arrested for negligent homicide after a shooting on Catalpa Street left his relative, 41 year-old Danyelle Dillard, dead, was re-booked for... more »

• Juvenile injured after friend accidentally discharged gun Play Video

  March 6, 2025 8:38 AM

  ST. GABRIEL - A juvenile was taken to the hospital after a friend accidentally shot a gun they were playing with and the bullet hit him in the arm. The St. Gabriel Police Department said its officers were called for a shooting Wednesday night around 9:30 p.m.. A woman... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly shooting, killing 23-year-old after argument Play Video

  March 3, 2025 1:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police have arrested a man accused of manslaughter after a shooting that happened Sunday night. The shooting happened in the parking lot of Hollywood Food Mart on McClelland Drive shortly after 7 p.m.. Jermaine Jones, 52, allegedly shot and killed 23-year-old Kedreon Robinson after an argument... more »

• Five people hurt in shooting after parade in Washington Parish Play Video

  March 3, 2025 6:15 AM

  FRANKLINTON - Five people were injured, one of them critically, in a gang-related shooting that took place after a parade in Washington Parish late Sunday night. Police arrested 18-year-old Jamerian Anders following the shooting, which took place shortly before midnight after the Pepe Mardi Gras Parade in Franklinton. ... more »

• One person in 'serious' condition after reported shooting on North Foster Play Video

  February 25, 2025 9:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly throwing a brick through a truck's windshield as it was traveling down Madison Avenue and then shooting the driver when they stopped the vehicle. The Baton Rouge Police Department said 40-year-old Edwin Curry threw a brick into the windshield... more »

• Gonzales man arrested for vehicle burglary, identity theft

  February 21, 2025 1:03 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - Ascension Parish deputies arrested a man who allegedly used a stolen wallet to gamble and make several purchases. The investigation started on Feb. 6 when a victim reported their wallet and other personal items were stolen from their car. Deputies found the victims cards were used at... more »

• BRPD: Man mistakenly shoots girlfriend, dog, believing woman to be an intruder Play Video

  February 21, 2025 8:59 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man mistakenly shot his girlfriend early Friday morning when she attempted to enter his apartment without his knowledge, Baton Rouge Police said. The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to an apartment on Burbank Drive shortly after 1 a.m. for a shooting. Michael Taylor Jr.,... more »

• Woman arrested for arson after allegedly setting ex's clothes, PS5 on fire Play Video

  February 21, 2025 8:51 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Fire investigators arrested a woman after she allegedly threw her ex's belongings into a trash can and set them on fire. Kyla Patterson, 27, was arrested Thursday and booked for simple arson and criminal damage to property. Arrest documents show that on Feb. 2, the... more »

• Police searching for person of interest in Southeastern campus vehicle burglaries

  February 21, 2025 6:47 AM

  HAMMOND - Police are searching for a person of interest who may be connected to multiple vehicle burglaries on Southeastern's campus. Campus police said there were six vehicle burglaries and two attempted vehicle thefts on campus on Feb. 17 and 18. The two suspects in the burglaries are believed... more »

• Mayor-President Sid Edwards says city crime situation 'better' under his leadership Play Video

  February 20, 2025 6:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Halfway through his first 100 days in office, Mayor-President Sid Edwards says he is still learning the ropes. "The biggest adjustment for me is the slow pace — the slow pace of government. As a coach, I like to rock and roll. I like to go,"... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish work release inmate in custody after walking off job Play Video

  February 20, 2025 12:03 PM

  KENTWOOD - Deputies took a work release inmate into custody after he allegedly walked off the job Thursday morning. Markel Alexander, 35, was working in the 500 block of Railroad Avenue Thursday before he was seen leaving the area in a black sedan, possibly a Corolla. Alexander was... more »

• LaPlace man arrested for allegedly shooting brother during argument about family issues Play Video

  February 20, 2025 10:34 AM

  LAPLACE - A man was arrested after he allegedly shot his older brother during an argument, stole a car to flee and attempted to dispose of the gun he used. Deputies with the St. John the Baptist Sheriff's Office were called to a hospital Tuesday night in response to... more »

• Woman flees on bike after vehicle burglary; deputies seek public's help

  February 15, 2025 11:19 AM

  HAMMOND — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help identifying a woman after a car was burglarized on Friday, Jan. 31. Deputies say a woman was seen on surveillance pictures stealing out of a red Hyundai Elantra that was parked in front of a convenience store... more »

• Mayor-President Edwards, East Baton Rouge Parish officials announce two crime initiatives Play Video

  February 10, 2025 10:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Mayor-President Sid Edwards and other city-parish officials on Tuesday announced a pair of new anti-crime initiatives they say will make East Baton Rouge Parish safer. The first initiative is the implementation of a law passed last year that would allow retired police officers to return to... more »

• Jury finds man guilty of attempted manslaughter in 2022 West Feliciana Parish funeral shooting Play Video

  February 10, 2025 3:24 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — A West Feliciana Parish jury found an Alaska man guilty of attempted manslaughter after another man was shot in a shooting that arose out of an argument at a 2022 funeral. The jury on Thursday found James Blake guilty of shooting Michael Lancaster in December 2022... more »

• New Roads police searching for woman wanted for home invasion Play Video

  February 10, 2025 7:14 AM

  NEW ROADS - Officers are searching for a woman believed to be armed and dangerous who is wanted for home invasion and other charges. Cherry Johnson of New Roads is wanted for home invasion, aggravated second-degree battery, remaining after being forbidden, and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles. ... more »

• Hammond Police searching for three persons of interest in crime string Play Video

  January 24, 2025 10:14 AM

  HAMMOND - Police are searching for three persons of interest who were allegedly seen fleeing from a stolen car after officers were called for shots fired. The Hammond Police Department said its officers were called to Pine Drive on Jan. 11 for reports of shots being fired. While in... more »

• Pair left store without paying for cart full of stolen groceries Play Video

  January 15, 2025 9:22 AM

  ROBERT - Deputies are searching for a pair accused of leaving a Tangipahoa store without paying for a cart full of groceries. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said the theft happened on Dec. 11 from a store on US 190. The man filled a cart with laundry detergent and... more »

• Investigators seize over 20,000 lethal doses of fentanyl from suspected drug dealer Play Video

  January 15, 2025 8:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE - For three months, parish deputies investigated a suspected drug dealer and ultimately seized thousands of lethal drug doses from his home. East Baton Rouge's Gang Intelligence and Enforcement Unit conducted hours of surveillance at Chadwick Chisholm's house on North Magna Carta Place since November 2024. ... more »

• One injured, one dead in late-night shooting Monday Play Video

  January 14, 2025 7:52 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Two people were taken to the hospital, one of whom later died from her injuries, after a double shooting on late Monday night. The Baton Rouge Police Department said officers were called to the shooting scene shortly after 11 p.m. Monday in the 1600 block of... more »

• One-year-old among three killed in triple homicide; suspect is victims' uncle, brother, father Play Video

  January 10, 2025 7:10 AM

  AMITE - Deputies said a one-year-old was one of three people killed in a triple homicide that happened Thursday afternoon. The St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Office said Thursday at around 4:30 p.m. deputies were called to an address on Sawmill Road for "an apparent triple homicide." The suspect,... more »

• Baton Rouge residents share their new year's resolutions Play Video

  December 31, 2024 7:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE - It's a new year, which means some new goals for many! Setting goals can be a way for some people to look forward to the new year. Some Baton Rouge residents told WBRZ what goals they hope to accomplish in 2025. "I want to pray... more »

• Detectives searching for suspect in theft from Perkins Road business Play Video

  December 3, 2024 12:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Officers are searching for a suspect in a theft from a business on Perkins Road that happened in October. Investigators with the Baton Rouge Police Department said the person pictured above is believed to be connected to a theft from a clothing store on Perkins Road... more »

• Special session tax bill to apply sales tax to tax-free goods, services unable to secure sufficient votes Play Video

  November 15, 2024 12:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Gov. Jeff Landry's ambitious tax plan, which had previously encountered minimal resistance, hit its first bump on Thursday as lawmakers balked at applying sales taxes to more goods and services that are tax-free now. Lawmakers said Landry was unable to secure the 70 votes from the... more »

• Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and others Play Video

  November 7, 2024 7:14 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, voiding an order by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to throw out the deals, a government official said Wednesday. The official spoke on condition of... more »

• LSU Police looking to identify man suspected of theft on LSU campus

  November 6, 2024 4:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU Police detectives are trying to identify a person suspected of a theft on LSU's campus. According to officials, the theft took place around Oct. 18, 2024. Anyone with information should contact 225- 344-7867. more »

• Detectives searching for man who entered church, attacked disabled man

  November 5, 2024 10:45 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are searching for a man accused of cruelty to the infirm, among other charges. Detectives are searching for William Breen III, 40, who is accused of walking into a church Saturday night and attacking an 81-year-old disabled man with chairs. Breen has a history... more »

• Man sentenced to eight years in prison after fatal shooting in 2021

  October 30, 2024 11:16 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man convicted of manslaughter after a deadly 2021 shooting has been sentenced to eight years in prison. Charles Wade was sentenced to five years for manslaughter and three years for child endangerment after the shooting on North Foster Drive, which stemmed from an argument between... more »

• Police identify victim of shooting off Scotland Avenue Thursday morning Play Video

  October 25, 2024 10:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating the shooting death of a man that happened off Scotland Avenue on Thursday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department identified the victim as Carlis Sanders, 31, who was found with multiple gunshot wounds in an apartment on Oriole Street. Sanders was taken... more »

• Man arrested several times before booked again for drug, firearm charges Play Video

  October 24, 2024 12:58 PM

  BATON POLICE - Police arrested a man for alleged narcotics and firearms trafficking who has been arrested several times before after an investigation that started in September. Richie Brown was arrested Wednesday for multiple drug and firearm charges following an investigation that began in September. In the course of... more »

• One person in critical condition after a shooting off Scotland Avenue Play Video

  October 24, 2024 12:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - One person was taken to the hospital in critical condition after a shooting off Scotland Avenue. The shooting happened on Oriole Street shortly before 11 a.m.. Officials said one person was taken to the hospital. Further details were not immediately available. WBRZ has reached out... more »

• BRPD releases images of man accused of fatal September shooting Play Video

  October 22, 2024 10:16 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are trying to find more information about a suspect in a shooting that left a 44-year-old man dead. The Baton Rouge Police Department released images of a man riding a bicycle in the area of North Acadian Thruway on Sept. 13 where a shooting happened... more »

• Man who fled traffic stop after being tased has 'substantial' criminal history; search continues Play Video

  October 22, 2024 9:11 AM

  CLINTON - Deputies are searching for a man who was tased during a traffic stop and continued to flee into the nearby woods late Monday night. The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office said a deputy spotted a motorcycle driving erratically around 9 p.m. near the intersection of LA 955... more »

• Detectives searching for information on Lutcher shooting that left teenager dead Play Video

  October 17, 2024 1:36 PM

  LUTCHER - A teenager is dead and another is injured after a shooting in Lutcher that happened Tuesday. Deputies said the shooting happened on Highway 44 in Lutcher shortly before 9 p.m.. The St. James Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for four suspects allegedly connected to the shooting. ... more »

• Pierre Part man arrested for aggravated assault after allegedly threatening two people with a gun Play Video

  October 17, 2024 9:50 AM

  NAPOLEONVILLE - Deputies arrested a man for two counts of aggravated assault after he allegedly threatened two other people with a handgun. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office said it arrested Roger Davila, 43, after the incident Wednesday afternoon. Two people called the sheriff's office and said Davila had driven... more »

• Detectives searching for pair accused of stealing almost $20K of merchandise from multiple stores

  October 16, 2024 12:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Detectives are searching for two people accused of thefts from multiple stores in the area totaling almost $20,000. The pair pictured above is believed to be responsible for thefts from multiple stores in recent days. Detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department said as of Wednesday,... more »

• Detectives attempting to identify two people allegedly connected to sexual assault on LSU campus Play Video

  October 15, 2024 10:07 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are trying to identify the two people in the above image for their alleged involvement in a sexual assault that happened at the beginning of October on LSU's campus. The assault happened on Oct. 1, but detectives did not provide further details regarding the incident,... more »

• 13 year old shot during car burglary off Staring Lane early Monday Play Video

  October 14, 2024 6:26 AM

  BATON ROUGE - No arrests after a 13-year-old boy was shot during an attempted car burglary Monday morning. According to Baton Rouge Police, the teen was with a group attempting to break into cars on Stoney Creek Ave off Staring Ln, when another vehicle pulled up and opened fire.... more »

• One killed, another injured in early-morning shooting off Highland Road Play Video

  October 10, 2024 10:22 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A man was killed and another was injured in a shooting that happened shortly before 1 a.m. Thursday. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the shooting happened on East Buchanan Street. Daryl Hamilton, 32, and another adult man were shot. Both men were taken to... more »

• Man arrested for unlawfully entering home, allegedly making sexual advances on juvenile Play Video

  October 9, 2024 10:22 AM

  NAPOLEONVILLE - A man was arrested for unauthorized entry Monday after being suspected of a possible sexual assault of a juvenile. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office said Lance Bush, 34, was arrested Monday. Deputies were called to a home in Napoleonville where a juvenile complainant said Bush had made... more »

• Folsom man arrested, accused of raping two teenage girls on separate occasions Play Video

  October 8, 2024 10:24 AM

  LORANGER - Deputies arrested a man accused of raping two teenage girls a week apart. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office was notified of the actions of 24-year-old Dakota Anderson after receiving a tip from one of the victims. Anderson is accused of two counts of second-degree rape. The... more »

• West Baton Rouge deputy arrested after investigation into fuel theft Play Video

  October 7, 2024 11:33 AM

  PORT ALLEN - A deputy with the West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office was arrested and fired from the office after it was found he allegedly fueled his personal vehicle using sheriff's office funds. On Sunday, the office was notified of a potential fuel theft after an employee, later identified... more »

• Detectives attempting to identify suspect in armed robbery at Dollar General Play Video

  September 25, 2024 8:03 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are trying to identify the person pictured above believed to have committed armed robbery at a convenience store. Detectives said the robbery happened at Dollar General on Hooper Road on Sept. 18. The person pictured can be seen with a gun at the cash register.... more »