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Yahoo
07-04-2025
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Man accused in Amite homicide investigation was wearing ‘military-style attire' when arrested in California: TPSO
TANGIPAHOA PARISH, La. (WGNO) — Deputies with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office shared additional information about the arrest of a man in connection with the death of an Amite-area couple. On Thursday, April 3, TPSO detectives launched an investigation after 66-year-old Priscilla Brocato was found dead inside a home on Eastwood Drive during a welfare check. TPSO officials said her husband, 75-year-old Marc Brocato, was later found dead on the property after being sought as a possible victim. Two killed in Sunday New Orleans shootings TPSO officials said 34-year-old Joshua Brocato, identified by deputies as the couple's son, was initially being sought as a person of interest, but a warrant was later issued for his arrest on two counts of first-degree murder after the couple's autopsy. On Friday, April 4, the TPSO reported that Joshua Brocato was taken into custody in Los Angeles County, California, after his van had been tracked to Fairfax Avenue. Metairie man found guilty of murder by 'brutal' beating On Sunday, TPSO investigators said Joshua Brocato was 'wearing green military-style attire and had three guns in the van, including an assault rifle, along with body armor' at the time of his arrest. According to deputies, Joshua Brocato faces charges of possession of a loaded unregistered firearm, possession of an assault weapon and alter or remove a serial number on a firearm in California in addition to the charges he faces in Tangipahoa accused in Amite homicide investigation was wearing 'military-style attire' when arrested in California: TPSO Speaker Johnson strikes deal with Rep. Luna on parental proxy voting UConn returns to top of women's basketball, dominates South Carolina 82-59 to capture its 12th title Federal judge calls Trump's deportation of Maryland man 'wholly lawless' in scathing decision Artist denies trying to distort Trump in Colorado portrait Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
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Metairie man found guilty of murder by ‘brutal' beating
JEFFERSON PARISH, La. (WGNO) — A Metairie man was found guilty of murder on Wednesday night after he reportedly 'brutally' beat a man to death back in May of 2024. According to the Office of District Attorney Paul Connick Jr., 62-year-old Winston Bartholomew suspected 62-year-old Gary Olver of spreading salacious rumors about his girlfriend. Amite-area couple murdered, son accused, arrested On May 14, 2024, Bartholomew and his girlfriend were reportedly driving past Olver's home, a second-floor apartment above a tavern, located in the 2700 block of Mississippi Street, and decided to stop and speak to him. Inside, investigators say Olver allegedly brushed against the woman, prompting Bartholomew to begin attacking him. A nearby resident reported hearing the incident along with a woman yelling 'stop it, stop it. You're going to kill him.' By the time the beating had ended, the woman had reportedly left the apartment. Bartholomew then went downstairs to the tavern and ordered a beer. In the end, Olver suffered a fatal brain injury, multiple broken ribs on both sides of his body and a laceration to the back of his head. He died two weeks later on May 28, after his family took him off of life support. Bartholomew was arrested on May 31 after being identified as the suspect. Man found guilty in Metairie child porn investigation After less than two hours of deliberation by a jury, Bartholomew was found guilty as charged for second-degree murder and obstruction of justice, a charge which he received after admitting to destroying his cell phone as to not be tracked by detectives. His sentencing is scheduled for April anything collectible worth collecting? What experts say Budget calculator: Calculate your monthly budget using the 50/30/20 rule 2025 Augusta National Women's Amateur | Saturday updates Metairie man found guilty of murder by 'brutal' beating NOPD, federal agents make arrest, seize guns, drugs Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
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NOPD, federal agents make arrest, seize guns, drugs
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Police Department, along with the help of federal agents, arrested a man on Wednesday following a drug and gun bust. According to the NOPD, Special Operations officers, ATF agents and Homeland Security agents searched a location at Winners Circle in New Orleans East around 3 p.m. on April 2. Amite-area couple murdered, son accused, arrested On scene, they reportedly recovered at least three firearms, one of which was stolen, ammunition, 248 tapentadol tablets and 349.7 grams of marijuana. 29-year-old Alvin Dwayne Gentry was also arrested as a result of the investigation. He has been booked on the following charges: Illegal possession of a firearm while in possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS.) Relative to prohibited acts — possession with intent to distribute a schedule I CDS (PWITD.) Relative to prohibited acts — possession of a schedule II CDS (PWITD.) Relative to illegal possession of stolen firearms. Relative to resisting an officer by flight. Anyone with further information on the suspect which could help in the investigation is asked to call NOPD Special Operations at 504-658-5740 or Crimestoppers at federal agents make arrest, seize guns, drugs Strong, Fudd help UConn blow out UCLA 85-51 in Final Four as Bueckers moves 1 win from elusive title Hogs for the Cause returns for 17th year Social Security 2025: Who will receive payments April 9? Increasing sleepiness linked to dementia risk in women, study finds Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
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Luling man arrested, accused of ‘disturbing' sex crime charges
LULING, La. (WGNO) — A Luling man is in police custody on sex crimes allegations following an investigation by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigations. Agents reported receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children alerting them of the alleged actions of 58-year-old Dirk Paul Webre. Couple dead, son sought as person of interest in Amite-area homicide investigation With the help of the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office and Homeland Security Investigations, Webre was arrested on Thursday, April 3. He was booked into the Nelson Coleman Correctional Center on: Two felony counts of possession of pornography involving juveniles 92 felony counts of sexual abuse of an animal 'Unfortunately, these types of crimes our agents never run out of work on. Great work by Our LBI agents, deputies with the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, and Homeland Security Investigations, for getting this disturbing individual off the streets of Luling,' said Attorney General Liz Murrill. Two arrested in Kenner following New Orleans armed robbery Webre's bond is not known as the investigation remains rejects resolution to block arms sales to Israel Scottie Scheffler the latest in a long line who learned from Randy Smith Markets slide as Fed warns of inflation, Trump celebrates jobs report Luling man arrested, accused of 'disturbing' sex crime charges Thune faces GOP divisions on critical budget resolution Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
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Fear from flyers in the Gentilly area
TREME, La. (WGNO) — Recently, flyers have been placed on cars warning people of targeted attacks on women in the two block radius of the Treme One Stop on North Villere Street and Esplanade Avenue. On the sheet, it states that two men have showed up in the past several weeks harassing women, following them and even grabbing them. Some people who walk this street regularly say it's shocking to read this message. Couple dead, son sought as person of interest in Amite-area homicide investigation 'Oh, this is surprising [to] me because this is the first time I've seen it. I don't walk at night, but other people walk coming from work and stuff. This is real scary,' resident Cassandra Taylor said. Some say this neighborhood is usually pretty quiet, and hearing of attacks like this happening around here is unusual. 'I think there are things that happen all over the city. I think it is surprising cause this is a very tight-knit neighborhood too, and we all look out for each other. Yeah, it's a little surprising,' resident Vivian Hava said. New superintendent selected for New Orleans Public Schools While the papers have been going around for days, no criminal complaints matching the descriptions have been reported to the New Orleans Police Department. The department says it is are aware of the flyers, and the team along with Councilman Eugene Green are asking residents to remain vigilant. 'The only way that we can get to the bottom of these incidents sometimes is with human witnessing of the incident and sharing the information with us. Please do not hesitate to call the New Orleans Police Department,' Green from flyers in the Gentilly area Big hits power John Curtis to a 5-4 win over Jesuit in game two of their series Woman, 80, shot while caught in crossfire between Tijuana police, cartel members Security increased around Tijuana public schools after murder of 13-year-old student Tesla's first-quarter sales down 13% worldwide Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
