ANGOLA - State ethics laws are on the books to prevent the good ol' boy network in Louisiana, but it appears a clever workaround was found for two high-ranking employees at Angola earning $1,200 per-cut to cut a small section of grass at the prison. LSU pitcher Paul Skenes LSU women's basketball beats Georgia 83-66 in SEC Tournament matchup. My administration has been aggressively working to address public safety. EBRSO Sheriff Sid J. Gautreaux has been trying. Multiple people have been arrested following an investigation into prostitution happened at Baton Rouge area massage parlors. Baton Rouge Police homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of James Evans, 48, who was found deceased from gunshot wounds behind a residence in the 900 block of Progress Stree. In Monterey Park, California, a gunman killed 10 people and wounded 10 more at a Lunar New Year celebration late Saturday, and then may have tried but failed to target a second dance hall, authorities said. 17-year-old arrested in Madison Brooks rape investigation charged as an adult, moved to EBR jail. "We believe that someone was specifically targeted and others were injured in that process," Paul said. Bond has been set for a St. Gabriel police officer who was arrested in connection with the murder of a Denham Springs man that happened overnight, officials said. https://t.co/zIHZW5odPR. Accused murderer skipped town after BR judge let him off ankle monitor, caught in another parish. You just havent licked it.. Posted 7:57 AM 2/28/2023 by WBRZ Staff. BATON ROUGE - The Tigers win the Podium Challenge in the River Center with a score of 197.700. With interstate shootings becoming more BATON ROUGE - A teenage girl was murdered in a targeted attack while she was driving down I-110 Saturday night. Officials also did not answer questions about what type of firearm was used in the shooting, but said they had identified the kind of weapon that was used. Tonight & Tomorrow: Beneath clear skies, thermometers Friday AM Forecast: Wind Advisory this morning, clear and sunny this afternoon. Two new, high-tech cameras will now monitor the areas where 3-year-old Devin Page Jr. and 21-year-old Allison Rice were shot and killed last year, thanks to a donation from Rice's father, offi, A Napoleonville man being pursued by law enforcement Tuesday night slowed his car down on a bridge in Thibodaux, got out and then leapt into Bayou Lafourche, not far from where his body was la. Right now Im overwhelmed, he told The Associated Press in an interview Thursday, the eve of the medal ceremony. Detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department are still searching for answers regarding a man who was found dead last year. The shooting occurred just after 1:30 a.m. Sunday at 4619 Bennington Ave in Baton . "We have an elaborate ethics law designed to prevent nepotism and abuse of office and corruption," LSU Law Professor Ken Levy said. Satellite imagery from space shows the lifeboats first arrived in 2020 sometime. We will catch them. The woman walked away, but Keller was not as lucky; she is the latest victim of one of these "brazen" attacks. Ken Pastorick, a spokesman for the Department of Corrections, called WBRZ within moments of the WBRZ Investigative Unit story airing Thursday evening. Just a couple days ago an Uber driver, a rideshare driver was killed just because they picked up the wrong person, says Serpas. Her son Matthew McCallister died of a methadone overdose in 2006. Separate from the criminal investigation into the shooting, the East Baton Rouge Alcoholic Beverage Control office has opened a probe into the club's operations, including how security at the business allowed people to apparently bring guns into a busy nightclub. Cash is settled daily ensuring they balance and match all accounting entries. Jones was arrested for sexual battery in the Livingston Parish case and is awaiting trial. When Beatty learned of the assault, he reportedly went to the school's principal, Lance Dawsey, but neither adult contacted the victim's parents or took disciplinary action against the aggressor, according to the suit. BRPD says the documents are being adjusted to reflect the correct date. The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating after someone was shot and another person carjacked. According to Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard, the LPSO arrived to carry out a search warrant on Austin Drive around 10 a.m. Saturday for 39-year-old Rocky Lecamus on (More). Baton Rouge man arrested in Ascension horse Baton Rouge man arrested in Ascension horse theft; one adult, two minors now in custody. INDEPENDENCE - A man was arrested for murder in a nearly 13-year-old cold case out of Tangipahoa Parish. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, 28-year-old Timothy Stewart got in a fight with 29-year-old James Weber, who pulled a gun and shot him. A 17-year-old girl was fatally shot Saturday night as she was driving a vehicle on Interstate 110 north, near the Hollywood Street exit ramp, Baton Rouge Police said. School accused of ignoring sexual misconduct of student later arrested in high-profile rape case, LSU gymnastics club meet brings tourists to downtown Baton Rouge. These young men and women who are using firearm violence do not suspect, believe or anticipate any consequences are going to occur because of their behavior, which results in even more brazen behavior, says Serpas. BATON ROUGE - A teenage girl was murdered in a targeted attack while she was driving down I-110 Saturday night. Pennington Biomedical Research Center is hosting a wellness day for women on March 4th from 7:00am through 1:00pm. BATON ROUGE - One week into Lent and the crawfish market is seeing one of its first significant drops of the season. There were 170 murders just last year and 136 in 2020. BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested by LSU campus police Friday after he allegedly beat a woman then threatened her and another person with a gun. Stash of fentanyl pills, cash seized during Stash of fentanyl pills, cash seized during arrest Mardi Gras weekend in New Orleans. Im just proud of him.. Baton Rouge. But the Dior shooting's targeted nature reflects a trend in Baton Rouge as the city continues to grapple with a high number of homicides many of which are driven by people who turn to firearms to settle group disputes or personal grievances. She was able to pull over, they called for medical and police assistance and upon our arrival, she died at the scene," BRPD spokesperson Sgt. I still have an American out there. He went back into the firefight to retrieve an injured medic. A 16-year-old girl was shot and wounded Monday night, when gunfire broke out minutes after a fight between two groups of people appeared to have ended, Baton Rouge Police said. The weekend will start with temperatures 20 degrees lower than Friday morning! Youre just trying to get through that moment.. Another cold front may offer a dip in temperatures toward the end of next week. Current. 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BATON ROUGE Law enforcement are committed to Woman held on $18 million bond facing over 800 criminal charges for alleged financial crimes against the elderly, 'Brazen' interstate shootings becoming more common, Man accused of breaking into woman's house, sexually assaulting her in her bed Saturday morning, Teenage girl shot to death Saturday night while driving on I-110 North; believed to be targeted attack, LSUPD: Man allegedly beat woman, threatened her and another victim with gun, Person shot at motel on Airline Highway Thursday night, Grand jury indicts Addis police officer on manslaughter charges after chase that left teens dead, Video shows shootout outside Tigerland convenience store Thursday morning, 16-year-old will be tried as an adult after allegedly mugging, shooting former classmate, Deputies recover another 122 phones after Mardi Gras pickpocketing spree; 7 more arrested, Stash of fentanyl pills, cash seized during arrest Mardi Gras weekend in New Orleans, Sheriff: Man arrested in 2010 murder case out of Tangipahoa Parish, Burger King employee allegedly shot customer, self after argument at drive-thru intercom in Mississippi, Double shooting reported in neighborhood off Perkins Road, Accused drug dealer arrested after months-long investigation; allegedly sold meth laced with fentanyl, Sheriff: 7 facing charges after drug bust at Ascension Parish home, Four arrested on a slew of drug charges after nearly year-long, multi-agency bust, Suspect in Madison Brooks case arrested in yet another rape investigation after new accuser comes forward, Man accused of shooting into crowded bar after fight led to gunshots in parking lot, Sheriff: Suspect fired at deputies, shot himself after lengthy standoff in Livingston Parish. BRPD Chief Murphy J. Paul, Jr. answers a reporters question about the early morning shooting that injured 12 people at the Dior Bar & Lounge on Bennington Avenue during a press conference at the BRPD headquarters on Sunday, January 22, 2023 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The recent reduction in violent crime has been a part of an existing strategy to make our community more safe. The student accused in the assault 18-year-old Karson Jones was also arrested last month in a rape investigation alongside Kaivon Washington, one of the suspects named in the Madison Brooks case. Its like someone promised you an ice cream cone. A total of six lifeboats were dropped off a few years ago. Police say the body was found not far from where the man was last spotted. The Baton Rouge Police Department said it responded to reports of people shooting at each other at a convenience store on Alvin Dark Avenue shortly before 9 a.m. Officers say the individuals involved had left the area before they arrived. Burger King employee allegedly shot customer, self Burger King employee allegedly shot customer, self after argument at drive-thru intercom in Mississippi. Three city police officers stationed in the club's parking lot Saturday night quickly secured the scene after the shooting began, rushing to render aid to some of the wounded before emergency responders arrived, Paul said. Watch the 2 Your Health report for Thursday, Watch the 2 Your Health report for Tuesday, Crawfish Tracker: Signs of life (and price drops). (225) 389-3853 or Crime Stoppers at (225) 344-7867. Davis repeatedly sprinted into an open rice paddy to rescue members of his team, according to the ArmyTimes. The East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office is searching for a man who reportedly exposed himself to a woman. Millard, 42, was BATON ROUGE - The Southern University's AgCenter is excited to celebrate it's 80th Annual Livestock show. GREENVILLE, S.C. - No. Feds suing ExxonMobil after nooses found at Baton Rouge complex, agency says. The Tigers beat out No. . A Livingston Parish deputy has been fired and charged for allegedly making harassing phone calls to someone. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies arrested Maili Morris, 31, after a lengthy investigation. BRProud.com partners with WGMB FOX 44 and WVLA NBC Local 33 to bring you the latest in Baton Rouge news, sports . Levy said on it's surface it does not look legal even though the contract was not issued by their employer. 4 LSU women's basketball Watch the 2 Your Health report for Friday, March 3, 2023. Nathan Millard, a married father of five from Georgia, was last seen at a bar in downtown Baton Rouge after . A man has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the 2018 shooting death of a man during a party at the White Castle Community Center, officials said. The WBRZ Investigative Unit uncovered a warden and major at the facility were awarded a contract to cut grass at Angola. He eventually was awarded a Silver Star, the militarys third-highest combat medal, but members of Davis team have argued that his skin color was a factor in the disappearance of his Medal of Honor recommendation. BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested after he allegedly broke into a woman's house and sexually assaulted her in her own bed early Saturday morning. (BRPROUD) - Police say an elderly man died after a Thursday morning crash on Florida Boulevard. The deadly crash involved one vehicle around 6:20 a.m. in the 9400 block of. A second man has been arrested, accused of fatally shooting a 28-year-old father of two on Interstate 12 in Baton Rouge in October, police said Friday. HAMMOND - A woman was arrested and booked on a bond of over $18 million for over 800 criminal counts after she allegedly used her aunt's debit card to spend thousands of dollars on food and groceries. Bold criminal secretly relaunched massage parlor prostitution ring as he cut a Federal, local dollars at work clearing waterways in EBR. Police are investigating a shooting that injured 12 people at a Baton Rouge, Louisiana, nightclub. BATON ROUGE - Its been two days and still there is no update on the I-110 shooting that killed 17-year-old Nykobia Keller on Saturday night. HAMMOND - A woman was arrested and booked on a bond of over $18 million for over 800 criminal counts after she allegedly used her aunt's debit card to spend thousands of dollars on food and groceries. 1 LSU defeats Butler, Johnson, Morris shine as No. "Law enforcement is actively investigating the case to bring the perpetrators to justice.". By Marchaund Jones. BATON ROUGE - A minor accused of raping Madison Brooks hours before her death will stand trial as . News about Baton Rouge Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Baton Rouge, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. Both stolen horses were returned to their owner unharmed. Baton Rouge's top cop today, discussing his department's efforts to battle. Baton Rouge man arrested in Ascension horse theft; one adult, two minors Southern University AgCenter's Livestock Show celebrates its 80th anniversary, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. To the families of the victims in these cowardly acts of violence, I offer my deepest condolences. Today we witnessed a moment in our beloved Southern University Army ROTC history as Col. Davis received the highest military decoration, Marshall said. Dior Bar & Lounge on Bennington Avenue was the scene of an overnight shooting that left at least 7 people injured on Sunday, January 22, 2023 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Deis, now 79, helped compile the recommendation that was submitted in 2016. Up Next: On Sunday, you expect lows in the low 50s and highs in the upper 70s. The Baton Rouge Police Department said 17-year-old Nykobia Keller was with a friend driving near the Hollywood Street exit when she was shot at 10:37 p.m. "They were riding in their vehicle, and a second vehicle pulled alongside them, started shooting, struck the driver. Last week, a woman spoke to WBRZ about how her car was hit by a stray bullet while on the interstate. That word gallantry is not much used these days, Biden said. According GULFPORT, Miss. |. Were here to celebrate the fact that he got the award, long time coming, Maj. Gen. Patrick Roberson, deputy commanding general, U.S. Army Special Operations Command, told the AP. The Davis case meets that standard.. 1 LSU's big win over Butler. This is the same kind of situation.". Volodymyr Dorogobid, 38, and Tigran Avetisyan, 39, both of Brooklyn, New York, were booked on three counts of unlawful use of an unmanned aircraft system and also for obstruction of justice for tampering with evidence. The Baton Rouge Police Department said Kevin Peralta-Murillo, 27, broke into the home seemingly through the kitchen window around 6:30 a.m. (More) BATON ROUGE - A teenage girl was murdered in a targeted attack while she was driving down I-110 Saturday night. BATON ROUGE, La. Georgia executive disappears after night at LSU basketball game, Baton Rouge bar. The Tigers beat out No. BATON ROUGE - A man arrested for running Friday PM Forecast: starting weekend cooler then trending warmer. Baton Rouge News Teen charged in rape case of LSU student later killed by car US Crime News Bodycam video shows Louisiana police officer shooting dead Black man News Arrests made in. Officers did not elaborate when asked why they believe someone was trying to murder Keller. A look at the plant during a ceremony celebrating the opening of a $500 million polypropylene expansion at ExxonMobil . When allegations first surfaced that she stole money, Sheriff Mike Cazes allowed her to remain on the payroll for months. One or two spots could hit 80 degrees. Leaders in East Baton Rouge held a news conference on recent violent crime in the city of Baton Rouge. A Denham Springs animal fostering program, Rescue Rehome Repeat, needs volunteers to take in local dogs.