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.
Lake Charles Detectives Seek Help Identifying Suspects In Credit Card Theft Case
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects accused of using a stolen credit card to buy alcohol at a Lake Charles store. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Financial Crimes detectives...
Iowa Police Arrest Driver After Hit-And-Run in Construction Zone Crash Near J.I. Watson Elementary
Iowa, La. — A 25-year-old Iowa woman was arrested Tuesday after a construction worker was reportedly struck in a hit-and-run crash near J.I. Watson Elementary in Iowa, authorities said. According to the Iowa Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately...
Lake Charles Man Arrested, Charged With Second-Degree Rape In Calcasieu Parish
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office detectives have arrested a Lake Charles man on a charge of second-degree rape following an investigation launched on February 1, according to information released by the agency. The Sheriff’s Office Special...
Calcasieu Parish Ward 4 Bench Warrants Issued for January 20-30, 2026
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...
Louisiana Multi-Agency Child Exploitation Probe Nets Arrests In St. Tammany Parish
St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police announced that a multi-day child exploitation investigation has led to the arrest of five people on charges related to child sexual exploitation. The operation, concluded on January 30, 2025, was led by the...
Undercover Operation In Sulphur Finds Half Of Checked Stores Sold To Person Under 21
Sulphur, Louisiana - The Sulphur Police Department has cited clerks at five local businesses after an undercover operation found they sold alcohol, tobacco, or both to a person under 21, according to a department news release. Over the past several weeks, the...
Lake Charles Man Charged With Felony Domestic Abuse Battery, Child Endangerment After Disturbance Call
Lake Charles, Louisiana — A 22-year-old Lake Charles man has been arrested and charged with two felony counts following a domestic disturbance at a home on 19th Street, according to the Lake Charles Police Department. Around 2:24 p.m. on Jan. 27, 2026, officers were...
Iowa Traffic Stop Leads To $90,000 Drug Seizure, Felon’s Arrest, and Juveniles Taken Into State Custody In Calcasieu Parish
Iowa, Louisiana – A nighttime traffic stop along Interstate 10 in Iowa, Louisiana, led to the seizure of more than $90,000 in illegal narcotics and the arrest of a Baton Rouge man who was traveling with two juveniles, according to the Combined Anti-Drug Task Force. At...
Vinton Police Warn Drivers About Criminal Trespass At Sabine Pointe Subdivision
VINTON, La. — The Vinton Police Department is warning drivers to stop cutting through a private lot in the Sabine Pointe Subdivision, saying motorists who continue to do so could face criminal trespass charges. According to a public notice from the department, the...
Lake Charles Police Arrest Suspect After Juvenile Reports Repeated Inappropriate Touching
Lake Charles, Louisiana — A 29-year-old Lake Charles man has been arrested on a felony charge of indecent behavior with a juvenile following an investigation by the Lake Charles Police Department and review by the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office. According...