Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office

RUNAWAY TEEN: Kody Cheramie

UPDATE: Kody has been found and is safe.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre and Golden Meadow Chief of Police Troy Dufrene are asking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Kody Cheramie of Golden Meadow. He was last seen at Oak Ridge Park in Golden Meadow at around 5:30 p.m. on February 17, 2022. While investigating another matter, officers learned Cheramie had not been home under the care of his legal guardian for at least two to three weeks. He is described as 5’4” tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds with brown hair. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office at (985) 532-2808, or simply dial 911.

Raceland Man Arrested Following Months-Long Narcotics Investigation

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of a Raceland man following months of investigation by narcotics agents. Mark Williams, 39, was arrested on Wednesday.

Narcotics agents had been investigating Williams and activity at his Dantin Street residence for several months and learned the residence was being used in numerous transactions involving illegal narcotics. With assistance from patrol deputies, detectives, and Louisiana State Police Troop C, narcotics agents proceeded to the residence on Wednesday, February 16 where they found Williams attempting to leave the residence in a vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted, and Williams was found to have a pistol and over $2,000 in cash in his possession. During a search of the residence, agents found approximately 5.6 pounds of high-grade marijuana, two firearms, and various items commonly associated with the sale of illegal narcotics.

Williams was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. He was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana, Illegal Carrying of a Weapon, and Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of a Controlled Dangerous Substance. He was released Wednesday night after posting bail in the amount of $70,000.

Citizens are reminded that they can report any drug-related or suspicious activity. Information can be reported directly to the Narcotics section commander, Lieutenant Derek Champagne, at (985) 532-4365 or derek-champagne@lpso.net. Information can also be reported anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1-800-743-7433, online at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or via the Bayou Tips app on mobile devices.

Detectives Seek Man Who Stole Thousands in Cash from a Bayou Blue Business

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest in a case wherein a man stole thousands in cash from a tire shop in Bayou Blue.

Just before 10 a.m. on January 29, 2022, two men in a blue Mitsubishi Outlander arrived at Royal Express Tires on Bayou Blue Road. After arrival, the passenger in the vehicle entered a nearby convenience store while the driver, wearing a bright green hooded sweatshirt, entered the office of the tire shop. The driver was captured on camera stealing several thousand dollars in cash from a desk in the office. Both the driver and passenger then returned to the vehicle and left the area.

Detectives are asking for the public’s help to solve this case. Anyone who can identify the driver, or anyone with any knowledge of this incident, is asked to submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1-800-743-7433, online at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or through the Bayou Tips app on mobile devices. Tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over: Mardi Gras 2022

Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will join other local law enforcement agencies in participating in the statewide Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign which runs through the Mardi Gras season – February 18 through March 1, 2022. The campaign is coordinated and funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission.

Additional deputies will be assigned to saturated patrol efforts to target impaired drivers and help keep motorists safe. Deputies will also be assisting other agencies in a checkpoint which will be announced at a later date.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk driving is a deadly epidemic that takes the lives of more than 10,000 people each year, on average.

Sheriff Craig Webre reminds citizens to have a plan to get home safely before deciding to drink. Whether you are attending a parade or a party or drinking at an establishment, NEVER drive if you have had anything to drink containing alcohol. Remember that driving under the influence of illegal narcotics can also lead to a DWI arrest. In fact, some legal medications can impair your ability to drive. Always read warning labels and instructions on prescription and over-the-counter medications.

Sheriff Webre also thanks citizens for their cooperation and patience when passing through checkpoints and for recognizing the importance of raising awareness for safety issues.

Larose Meth Dealer Arrested by Narcotics Agents for a Third Time in Three Months

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced narcotics agents arrested a Larose man for the third time since November 2021. Reggie Estay, 46 of Larose, was most recently arrested on Monday and faces charges involving methamphetamine in each case.

Through investigation, narcotics agents learned Estay was continuing to sell methamphetamine after his two arrests in November. Agents were able to obtain an arrest warrant for Estay for Distribution of Methamphetamine. They also obtained a search warrant for his West 11th Street residence. On February 14, 2022, agents located Estay traveling in the Larose area, and he was taken into custody on the active warrant following a traffic stop. Another team of agents conducted a search at his residence and discovered methamphetamine and items commonly associated with the sale of narcotics.

Estay was previously arrested twice in November 2021 for Distribution of Methamphetamine and two counts of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine

On Tuesday, Estay was booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex on the aforementioned warrant and an additional charge of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine. Bail is set at $120,000 on those charges. Additionally, his bond on the previous charges has been revoked, and he is now being held on no bond on those charges.

RUNAWAY TEEN: Brooklynn Landry

UPDATE: Brooklynn Landry has been found and is safe.

ORIGINAL RELEASE:

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre is asking for the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Brooklynn Landry of Ledet Drive in Thibodaux. She was last seen at around 6 p.m. on Sunday, February 13, 2022, when she left her home. She was reportedly walking north on Ledet Drive toward LA Highway 1.

Brooklynn Landry is described as 4’11” tall, weighing approximately 90 pounds with reddish hair. She was last seen wearing red flannel pajama pants, a gray jacket and brown slippers. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office at (985) 532-2808, or simply dial 911.

Lafourche Parish Officials Issue Reminder about Illegal Dumping and Proper Debris Disposal

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre and Lafourche Parish President Archie Chaisson are reminding residents about proper debris and trash pickup and disposal and issuing a warning about illegal dumping of trash and storm debris. Since Hurricane Ida, deputies have responded to calls of illegal dumping in various areas of Lafourche Parish.

“As we have stated in the past, when you illegally dump on someone else’s property, you are making your problem someone else’s,” said Sheriff Webre. “We must work together as a community to recover. Part of that means properly disposing of storm debris and construction materials.”

“We strongly encourage any resident that catches anyone illegally dumping contractor or storm debris to take a picture of the business name or their license plate and contact the sheriff’s office immediately so we can identify these individuals,” said President Chaisson.

Any contractor needing to dispose of debris should do so at the River Birch facility at 5301 Highway 90 West, Avondale, LA 70094, or contact River Birch at (504) 436-1632.

Household garbage pickup is back to twice-per-week collection in most areas of Lafourche Parish. Only household garbage placed in a Parish-issued can (or similar store-bought can) will be picked up. Do not put storm debris in the garbage cans. If you lost your parish-issued garbage can due to Hurricane Ida, you may use a store-bought can that is similar (60-95 gallons, square and sturdy), and the contractor will attempt to service it. Residents can also call (985) 282-4273 to be placed on a list for a new or replacement garbage can.

Those residents who choose to illegally dump trash and debris on public or private property could face criminal charges. Among those charges are Gross Littering (R.S. 30:2531.1) and Criminal Trespassing (R.S. 14:63).

Those charged with Gross Littering would face a fine of up to $1,000 for a first offense and eight hours of litter abatement community service. For third and subsequent offenses, there is a fine of up to $5,000, up to 30 days in jail, up to 100 hours of community service, and driver’s license suspension for one year.

Those caught in violation of the Criminal Trespassing statute would face a fine of up to $500 and up to 30 days in jail for a first offense or, for third and subsequent offenses, a fine up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail.

Raceland Man Leads Deputies in Pursuit after Fleeing Traffic Stop

Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of a Raceland man who fled a traffic stop resulting in a pursuit. John Gray, 38, was arrested following the pursuit.

At around 6:30 p.m. on February 11, 2022, deputies conducted a traffic stop on a truck traveling on West Main Street in Larose. During the course of the stop, a K-9 alerted to the possible presence of narcotics inside the vehicle. Gray entered his car and sped away. He initially headed southbound on West Main Street, turning right at LA 3162, and then turning northbound onto LA 3235. He eventually turned right onto LA 657 and then continued westbound on LA 308. Deputies successfully deployed spike strips near the Bollinger Bridge and the car came to a stop a short distance afterward. Gray exited the truck and was taken into custody without further incident.

Gray was booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex. He was charged with Aggravated Flight from an Officer, Possession of Marijuana, expired driver’s license, no license plate, improper vehicle equipment, and an illegally modified exhaust system. Bail is set at $20,350.

RUNAWAY TEEN: Jonathan Celino

UPDATE: Jonathan Celino has been found and is safe.

ORIGINAL RELEASE:

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre is asking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Jonathan Celino of Caroldene Street in Bourg. He was reportedly at a friend’s home in Bayou Blue on Thursday evening, February 10, 2022, following an argument with a family member.

Jonathan Celino is described as 5’10” tall, weighing approximately 150 pounds with brown hair. He was last seen wearing boots, jeans, and a camouflage jacket with a baseball cap. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office at (985) 532-2808, or simply dial 911.

RUNAWAY TEEN: Kyler Bonvillain

UPDATE: Kyler Bonvaillain has been found and is safe.

ORIGINAL RELEASE:

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre is asking for the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Kyler Bonvillain of Palmisano Drive in Bayou Blue. He was last seen at his residence at around 9 a.m. on Monday, February 7, 2022. He reportedly left the residence headed toward a wooded area near Palmisano Drive, and he had his puppy with him.

Kyler Bonvillain is described as 5’0” tall, weighing approximately 110 pounds with brown hair. He was last seen wearing a green short sleeve shirt and camouflage pants. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office at (985) 532-2808, or simply dial 911.