CRIME & SAFETY
Tickfaw man convicted following 'one of the largest fentanyl seizures in Livingston Parish history'
LIVINGSTON — A Tickfaw man was convicted of trafficking more than two pounds of fentanyl and other drugs in one of the largest drug seizures in Livingston Parish history. Devonte Skinner, 32, was found guilty Wednesday on charges of possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine and marijuana after only 30 minutes of jury deliberation.
Sheriff hopeful for answers 16 years after Barbara Blount's disappearance
LIVINGSTON — After 16 years, deputies believe they are close to finding an answer on what happened to Barbara Blount. She was 58 when she mysteriously disappeared from her home in Holden on May 2, 2008. Blount's family said there were no signs of forced entry, and her silver...
Walker teacher accused of stealing $29K in school funds charged with felony theft
WALKER, La. (BRPROUD) — A Walker High School baseball coach accused of stealing thousands of dollars from the baseball program was arrested and charged with felony theft Thursday. The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office said school officials contacted deputies regarding misappropriated funds. Sheriff Jason Ard said head coach Nicholas Scelfo...
‘I thought it was over’: Truck driver describes moments after hit-and-run crash
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - April 19, 2024 will be a day truck driver Brandon Ray remembers for the rest of his life. “First thing I did, I said, God forgive for my sins. I thought it was over with,” said Ray. From his wheelchair, Ray described the evening...
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