Woman accused of attacking Baton Rouge motel manager, making threats to police
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — A woman accused of assaulting the manager of a Baton Rouge motel was arrested in Opelousas.
An affidavit states Yushika Vallian, 31, confronted the manager on April 22, asking about information related to a shooting at the motel. A man was killed after an exchange of gunfire with officers early Sunday morning at Super 6 Inns and Suites on Gwenadele Avenue.
Police documents said Vallian became 'irate' and tried to force her way into the motel by throwing an object and kicking the secured glass front door. Vallian and other unknown subjects are accused of attacking the manager in the incident.
Vallian was arrested in Opelousas by deputies and charged with unauthorized entry of a business and simple battery. BRPD said she would be extradited to Baton Rouge, where additional charges would be added. Police said the additional charges are in connection with 'terroristic threats' made to the department via phone, email, and social media.
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