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.
Louisiana Authorities Uncover Major Child Exploitation Case, New Orleans Man Admits Guilt
New Orleans, Louisiana - A New Orleans man has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of possessing images and videos depicting the sexual exploitation of children under the age of 12, following an investigation by Louisiana authorities. Ervin Dalvecchio Cooper,...
Lake Charles Police Identify Victim in Fatal Shooting Outside Local Bar
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Authorities have identified the victim in a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning outside a popular Lake Charles bar. According to police, the incident happened just before 3 a.m. on August 2 at On the Rocks, located on McNeese...
Louisiana Highway 1 Crash Involving Lawn Mower Leaves One Man Dead, Driver Charged With Vehicular Homicide
Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on August 3, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m. on Louisiana Highway 1 near the Echo community, resulting in the death of 59-year-old Rickey G. Maddox of Alexandria,...
Calcasieu Parish Ward 4 Bench Warrants Issued for July 28 – August 1, 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...
Sulphur Police Release Victim’s Name, Continue to Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run on I-10 Near Mile Marker 22
Sulphur, Louisiana - The Sulphur Police Department is actively investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred near mile marker 22.5 on Interstate 10 during the early morning hours of July 30, 2025, resulting in the death of 52-year-old McKinley Lazard of...
Sulphur Police Seek Information After Deadly Hit-and-Run Incident Near I-10 Mile Marker 22
Sulphur, Louisiana - Sulphur Police are investigating the discovery of a body found this morning along Interstate 10, near mile marker 22.5, in what appears to be a fatal hit-and-run crash. The incident, which remains an active investigation, has prompted authorities...
Louisiana Man Arrested After Joint Investigation Into Alleged Sexual Exploitation of Minors Online
Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana - In July 2025, a coordinated effort involving the Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation led to the arrest of 42-year-old Jacob Parfait of Houma on...
Lake Charles Man Accused of First Degree Rape and Bondage Restraint of Young Girl
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A 46-year-old Lake Charles man has been arrested in Calcasieu Parish following an alleged sexual assault involving a child under the age of nine. Deputies from the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in Lake Charles on...
Louisiana Authorities Charge Man with 1,000 Counts in Child Sexual Abuse Material Probe
Houma, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit (LSP SVU) arrested David Stevens Jr., a 51-year-old resident of Houma, Louisiana, in connection with a months-long investigation into child sexual abuse material (CSAM) crimes in the state. The arrest is...
Louisiana OMV and Law Enforcement Alert Public to Rising Text Message Scams
Louisiana - Louisiana authorities are alerting residents across the state to a persistent text message scam that falsely claims recipients owe payments for traffic tickets. The Louisiana State Police and the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) confirm that the...