Crime News in Louisiana
News and information about crime in the state of Louisiana
On this page, you'll find a curated selection of recent news stories, analysis, and insights into the intricate issue of crime in Louisiana. From high-profile murders and police shootings to drug busts and corruption scandals, we'll keep you informed about the latest developments and trends in crime and justice in the Bayou State. Whether you're a concerned citizen, a law enforcement professional, or simply interested in staying informed about the issues that matter most, this page is your go-to source for thorough and timely coverage of crime in Louisiana.
Calcasieu Parish Ward 4 Bench Warrants Issued for August 11 – August 15, 2025
Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana – The Ward 4 Marshal’s Office released a list of people who failed to appear in court and now have bench warrants out for their arrest. According to the Ward 4 Marshal’s Office, the following people failed to appear in court and now have...
Calcasieu Parish Authorities Crack Down on Crime at Lake Charles Bars and Parking Lots
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Law enforcement agencies in Calcasieu Parish have announced significant results from ongoing joint operations targeting criminal activity at local bars and establishments. Led by Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory, Lake Charles Police...
Calcasieu Parish Breaks Ground on Major Judicial Complex in Downtown Lake Charles
Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana - The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and local officials have begun construction on a new judicial complex in downtown Lake Charles, one of the largest public facility projects in the parish’s history. The groundbreaking ceremony marks a...
Sulphur Resident Arrested In Calcasieu Parish For Alleged Inappropriate Conduct With Multiple Juveniles
Sulphur, Louisiana - Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Thomas C. Bradford, 39, of Sulphur, Louisiana, on August 11, 2025, after an investigation into allegations of indecent behavior with juveniles. Bradford turned himself in and was booked into the...
Louisiana State Police Provide Update on Deadly Deputy-Involved Shooting in Sabine Parish
Louisiana State Police released an update to an August 2, deputy-involved shooting in Sabine Parish near the town of Many. The incident unfolded around 9:42 p.m. on Branam Road after Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to stop a subject to serve a...
Louisiana Man Arrested for Child Sexual Abuse Materials and Animal Abuse After Joint Investigation
Jennings, Louisiana - A Jennings man was arrested on August 12, 2025, following an extensive investigation by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation and the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Authorities charged 47-year-old Joshua Christopher Marceaux of...
Louisiana Deputy Arrested On Insurance Fraud Charge After Crash, According To State Police
Caddo Parish, Louisiana - A Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested Monday on an automobile insurance fraud charge after a months-long investigation by the Louisiana State Police Insurance Fraud/Auto Theft Unit, according to a state police news release. The...
Calcasieu Parish: Iowa Police Seek Public’s Help After Aggravated Assault With Firearm
Iowa, Louisiana - The Iowa Police Department is asking the public to help identify a suspect in an aggravated assault with a firearm that occurred in Iowa, Louisiana, on August 3, noting the individual should be considered armed and dangerous. The department is asking...
Calcasieu Parish Deputies Arrest Two Lake Charles Men on Rape Charges After Report of Juvenile Abuse
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office arrested two Lake Charles men on Sunday, August 10, following an investigation into a report of inappropriate contact involving a juvenile. Deputies were dispatched after the initial report and, during...
Louisiana Deputy Arrested on Charges of Simple Battery, Malfeasance; State Police Leading Investigation
Ferriday, Louisiana - The Louisiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division arrested Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy Drakel Carter on August 11, 2025, on charges of simple battery and malfeasance in office following a reported on-duty altercation in...