Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a man is wanted in connection to a shooting that occurred Thursday in Raceland. Cortland Patterson (age 27) of Raceland is wanted for Attempted Second Degree Murder in the incident. Around 11:30 a.m. on
One Arrested, Three Sought in Attempted Murder and Robbery in Gray
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced one person has been arrested and three others are being sought after two people were shot during an armed robbery in Thibodaux early Thursday morning. Kyrie Verdin (age 20) of Thibodaux has been charged
Detention Center Inmate Arrested Following Escape Wednesday
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre reported an inmate who escaped from the Lafourche Parish Detention Center Wednesday evening was captured within a few hours of his escape. Inmate Donald Jackson (age 50) was located in the area of Johnson Ridge
UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Burglary at Cut Off Lumber Company
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a suspect has been arrested following an investigation into a burglary at a lumber company in Cut Off. Cameron West (age 30) of Harvey was arrested following an investigation after a tip through Crime
UPDATE: Body Found in Larose in March Identified as Ohio Native
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the body of man found in a canal in Larose last month has been identified as an Ohio native. Following extensive testing and research, DNA tests and medical records confirmed the identity of the
Seat Belt Checkpoints Slated for April 11 and 19
Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct seat belt checkpoints in Lafourche Parish during the daytime hours of Wednesday, April 11 and Thursday, April 19, 2018. During these checkpoints, deputies will be checking motorists for seat
Rape Aggression Defense Course for Women Slated for May in Thibodaux
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course on May 14, 15, and 16, 2018, at the LPSO Law Enforcement Complex, located at 1300 Lynn Street in Thibodaux. This self-defense course is designed exclusively for
Felon Caught During Traffic Stop with Stolen Firearm and a Marijuana Cigarette Behind His Ear
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a convicted felon was arrested during a traffic stop after deputies found him in possession of a stolen firearm. Todd Chenier (age 25) of Thibodaux also had a suspected marijuana cigarette behind his ear.
UPDATE: Additional Charges for Suspect in Attempted Murder and Armed Robbery Case
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced one of the suspects in an attempted murder and armed robbery case in March now faces additional charges. Cody Dantin (age 30) of Thibodaux was charged in connection with a vehicle pursuit the preceded
Public’s Help Sought to Identify Shoplifter at Mathews Department Store
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted for stealing several hundred dollars of merchandise from a Mathews department store. On March 25, 2018, deputies responded to