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 Police Arrest Three, Including Two Teens, In 5th Avenue Shooting Investigation
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Lake Charles police have arrested three suspects, including two teenagers, in connection with a November shooting that left a victim hospitalized with two gunshot wounds. According to the Lake Charles Police Department, officers were notified...
Lake Charles Area Meth Investigation Leads To Seizure Of Over 85 Pounds Of Methamphetamine
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police say an ongoing narcotics investigation in Calcasieu Parish led to the seizure of more than 85 pounds of methamphetamine and the arrests of three people from Lake Charles and Sulphur. According to the Louisiana State...
Sulphur Police Clear Bomb Threat At Sulphur High; Students Safely Released To Parents
Sulphur, Louisiana - Sulphur High School’s main campus and 9th Grade Campus were evacuated Tuesday afternoon, December 3, 2024, after a bomb threat was reported to the Sulphur Police Department, according to information released by the Calcasieu Parish School Board....
Sulphur Schools Evacuated After Bomb Threat; All Students And Staff Safe
Sulphur, Louisiana - The Sulphur High School Main Campus and Sulphur High School 9th Grade Campus were evacuated Wednesday after a bomb threat was reported to the Sulphur Police Department, according to statements from the Calcasieu Parish School Board and law...
Louisiana Authorities Seize 12,000 Soma Pills, Cash, And Guns In Drug Case
New Orleans, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police, working with federal postal investigators, seized thousands of suspected illegal prescription pills, cash, and firearms after intercepting multiple packages headed to a New Orleans post office box, according to...
Lake Charles Man Faces Dozens Of New Child Pornography And Bestiality Charges
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A Lake Charles man already jailed on child pornography and bestiality charges is now facing dozens of additional counts following an ongoing investigation by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office, authorities said. The Calcasieu Parish...
Louisiana Man Pleads Guilty To Attempted Transfer Of Obscene Matter To Minor
New Orleans, Louisiana - A New Orleans man has pleaded guilty in federal court to attempting to send obscene material to a person he believed was a 15-year-old girl, according to a news release from Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson. Mark Brooks, also known as...
Louisiana Multi‑Million Dollar Drug Trafficking Ring Dismantled As 20 Defendants Sentenced In Federal Marijuana Case
20 Defendants Sentenced In Louisiana Marijuana Trafficking Conspiracy Shreveport, Louisiana - A long-running marijuana trafficking conspiracy centered in the Shreveport and Bossier City area has ended with the conviction and sentencing of 20 defendants to more than 87...
Calcasieu Parish Ward 4 Bench Warrants Issued for November 10-26, 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...
Louisiana Murder Suspect Sought After Shaken Baby Death, Could Be In Lake Charles Area
Louisiana Authorities Searching For Man Indicted In Shaken Baby Homicide Lake Charles, Louisiana - Authorities in Louisiana are searching for a man indicted on a charge of second-degree murder in the death of a young child, and believe he may currently be in the Lake...