Weekly Safety Report: Shootings and Homicide Arrest in Monroe, Louisiana
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Weekly Safety Report: Drug Possession, Trafficking, and Arrests in West Monroe, Louisiana
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Weekly Safety Report: Shootings and Homicide Arrest in Monroe, Louisiana
This week in Monroe, Louisiana, there were four incidents that occurred, including a shooting at Parkview Apartments resulting in the death of a 60-year-old woman, a shooting during a family conflict, the arrest of a second suspect in a previous homicide case, and a trial date set for a woman accused of shooting her wife during an argument in 2020.
Monroe PD responds to fatal hit-and-run; searching for more information
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On September 16, 2023, at 5:30 AM, Monroe Police responded to a fatal hit-and-run crash on Louberta Street. According to police, the victim was identified as 42-year-old Jennifer Francisco. If anyone has any information regarding this hit-and-run crash, please contact the Monroe Police Department at (318) 329-2600 or Crime Stoppers of […]
Man arrested for his alleged involvement in 2016 Monroe drive-by shooting
On June 6, 2016, Monroe Police were called to South 8th Street in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a male victim who advised that he and Blair Xavier Woodard were involved in a verbal altercation.
Weekly Safety Report: Drug Possession, Trafficking, and Arrests in West Monroe, Louisiana
This week in West Monroe, Louisiana, several incidents occurred that require attention in the weekly safety report. These incidents include a traffic stop resulting in the arrest of a driver allegedly possessing narcotics and a firearm, the arrest of a woman accused of allowing a drug trafficking organization to use her residence for storing narcotics, the capture of a New Orleans attempted murder suspect during a traffic stop, and an upcoming occupant protection checkpoint conducted by the West Monroe Police Department.
Traffic Alert: 1-20 crash causes traffic congestion
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - UPDATE: The right lane remains blocked on I-20 West before LA 546 (Cheniere Drew Rd) due to an overturned tractor-trailer. Congestion is still approaching 3 miles. This is all the information available as of now. This story will be updated as more details become available. Louisiana...
Monroe Police asks for public’s help identifying person wanted in connection to a robbery
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Monroe Police Department needs the public’s help identifying and locating this individual in reference to a robbery that occurred on September 18, 2023, in the 2000 block of Jackson Street. If you know the identity or location of this suspect, please contact […]
Monroe teams up with area non-profits to help families impacted by Parkview Apartment fire
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The City of Monroe is coordinating with several non-profit organizations to provide help to the families that have been impacted by a recent fire at Parkview Apartment. The fire impacted eight adults and four children. The City of Monroe, Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana, United Way...
Non-student found with marijuana on campus
A Monroe man was arrested on the Grambling State University campus early Sunday morning after he was found with a large quantity of marijuana. Keyontae R. Blunt, 19, and another man were stopped by a GSU police officer about 2:00 a.m. Sunday when they were spotted walking onto the closed campus during a curfew. When asked for GSU ID cards, they both patted their pockets as if they were searching for them before admitting they were not students.
Department of Health and Hospitals reports numerous mosquito pools containing West Nile virus in Ouachita Parish
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — According to the Department of Health and Hospitals, 22 mosquito pools, representing 13 locations, tested positive for West Nile virus in Ouachita Parish. These mosquito pools were collected on September 11, 2023. The mosquito pools were collected in the following areas in Western Ouachita Parish, Sterlington, West Monroe, and Monroe: All […]
Baton Rouge-based Smalls Sliders franchise is coming to West Monroe
A Smalls Sliders location is coming to Ouachita Parish. The Baton Rouge-based franchise, with locations in Shreveport, Slidell and Lafayette, is known for its hand-pattied, cooked-to-order cheeseburger sliders. It will be located at 406 Thomas Road, West Monroe. Follow Ian Robinson on Twitter @_irobinson and on Facebook at https://bit.ly/3vln0w1. Support...
Daylight Family Dispute in Monroe, Texas Leads to Shooting, Brother-In-Law Arrested
Last Sunday, a family dispute in Monroe, Texas led to an alleged act of violence. Reports indicate that a man was shot in the back by his brother-in-law, 28-year-old Matthew Higgins.
Monroe drive-by shooting suspect allegedly raps about shootings in music video; charged with Attempted Murder
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On July 20, 2023, deputies of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to a drive-by shooting at the Delta Mini Mart in the Town & Country Subdivision on Old Sterlington Road in Monroe, La. During the investigation, investigators learned that the victim was visiting with friends when he was shot in his right shoulder from the roadway.
Monroe house fire occurs after stove was left on
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - On Sept. 21 a little before 12 p.m., the Monroe Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire in the 1500 block of South Twelfth Street. No one was home at the time of the fire. MFD determined the cause of the fire to be a...
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Pets Up for Adoption in Monroe, LA
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Monroe.
Ouachita Parish County home prices fell 2.3% in August, with houses listed at a median of $263,700
The median home in Ouachita Parish County listed for $263,700 in August, down 2.3% from the previous month's $270,000, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to August 2022, the median home list price decreased 4.1% from $275,000. Ouachita Parish County's median home was 2,069 square feet, listed at...
West Monroe stays undefeated, Ouachita falls to Brother Martin. West Ouachita improves to 4-0, Neville rolls past North Caddo, Oak Grove wins big in Rayville
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - West Monroe didn’t look past Scotlandville and took care of business at home, 30 to 12. Ouachita continues to struggle as they lose three in a row after falling to Brother Martin, 31 to 14. West Ouachita stays unbeaten after rolling past Grant, 27-0. Neville also stays unbeaten as they destroy North Caddo at home, 54 to 0. Oak Grove coming off two huge loses, they finally bounce back with a huge win over Rayville. 63 to 23.
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Sterlington: 46 Carroll: 6 North Webster: 28 Richwood: 6 Scotlandville: 12 West Monroe: 30 North Caddo: 0 Neville: 53 Lafayette Christian: 26 Ruston: 29 Delhi: 12 Cedar Creek: 22 Brother Martin: 31 Ouachita: 13 Oak Grove: 63 Rayville: 26 Union: 41 Bastrop: 14 Tensas: 0 OCS: 59 Grant: 0 West Ouachita: 27 Delhi Charter: 8 […]