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Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Yahoo
11 arrested after St. Helena Parish jail inmate's overdose death
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Eleven people were arrested in connection with the fentanyl-related death of an inmate in St. Helena Parish. Inmate Rogers B. Vernon, 40, died from an overdose in April. The St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Office said the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office was asked to assist in the investigation. Investigators learned that contraband had been brought into the jail. Deputies said 10 inmates and one civilian were arrested in the case. 'The St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Office would like to thank Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, who, in cooperation with our deputies, worked tirelessly in assisting with this investigation. For the safety of those housed at our jail, additional measures have been implemented to prevent contraband from entering our facility. We would also like to extend our condolences to the family of Mr. Vernon- our prayers are with you all,' the sheriff's office said. Brandon Burge, 38, was charged with two counts of distribution of Schedule II CDS and one count each of introduction of contraband and second-degree murder. Tilman Myles, 35, was charged with eight counts of distribution of Schedule II CDS and one count each of introduction of contraband and second-degree murder. Gregory Bell, 41, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Benjamin Brumfield, 38, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Albert Cecchi, 47, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Lance Griffith, 42, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. David Schmitt, 43, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Frank Solomon, 51, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Gabriel Thomas, 34, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Eric Williams, 31, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Linda Smith, 43, was charged with conspiracy to distribute Schedule II CDS and introduction of contraband. Baton Rouge man charged with home invasion, armed robbery 11 arrested after St. Helena Parish jail inmate's overdose death Infant highchairs recalled over 'risk of serious injury or death' Judge declines to release Mahmoud Khalil after government shifts to 'other charge of removability' Country singer John Foster to perform at Baton Rouge music venue for two nights Congressman curses fellow lawmaker on House floor Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Yahoo
1 injured after train hits vehicle in Livingston Parish
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — One person was taken to the hospital after a train hit a vehicle in Livingston Parish on Friday afternoon. The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office said the incident happened near East Railroad and Highway 190 in Livingston around 4:15 p.m. The injury is not considered to be life-threatening. The crash is under investigation. Southern University Homecoming parade to roll one week early Supreme Court turns away RNC challenge to Pennsylvania ballot ruling Some Republicans hope Trump, Musk mend fences after blistering breakup 1 injured after train hits vehicle in Livingston Parish Person who wrote bomb threat on Florida flight sought by FBI Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
Two men arrested after separate deadly overdoses in Livingston Parish
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office arrested two men believed to be connected to separate overdose deaths. In the first case, LPSO deputies were called to a report of an unresponsive male on Heritage Drive on Jan. 31, 2024. Upon arrival, deputies found the male, who was later identified as William Beeson, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. During the investigation, drugs were found on the scene, and the crime lab determined that the drugs were a mixture of fentanyl and heroin. Detectives discovered a transaction between the victim and 38-year-old Randolph Howard. Deputies said Howard has a history of drug-related arrests in Livingston Parish. Randolph was charged with second-degree homicide and is currently booked in the Livingston Parish Detention Center on unrelated charges. Livingston Parish deputy arrested, accused of driving boat while intoxicated In the second case, deputies responded to a medical assist in Denham Springs on Aug. 30, 2024. When they arrived at the scene, the patient was identified as Randy Foster. Authorities said Foster was taken to a local hospital but later died. The toxicology report revealed that Foster's cause of death was a mixture of fentanyl and cocaine. As part of the investigation, detectives learned that the victim and suspect, 46-year-old Randall 'Rilo' Johnson, were in communication about the drugs. An arrest warrant was filed for Johnson on charges of second-degree murder. He was booked into the Livingston Parish Detention Center. Both cases are still ongoing. Two men arrested after separate deadly overdoses in Livingston Parish GOP leaders reveal changes to win over holdouts on Trump agenda bill GOP holdouts shift after Trump, Johnson offer assurances Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay dies at 65 Former Baton Rouge mayor Kip Holden lies in state at City Hall Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
Livingston Parish deputy arrested, accused of driving boat while intoxicated
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — A Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested by agents with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) on March 22, 2025. Cedric Brignac, 42, was charged with operating a vessel while impaired. According to an incident report, agents were patrolling Lake Maurepas in Livingston Parish when they received complaints of illegal night hunting. Around 7 p.m., agents saw a vessel operated by Brignac traveling at a near standstill speed. After agents checked on Brignac and the passengers from a distance to make sure their boat was operating properly, they parted ways. Minutes after the encounter, LDWF agents heard a boat quickly approaching a 'No Wake Zone' near them. As the boat approached, they learned it was Brignac's boat. Brignac appeared confused as to why the agents were exiting the 'No Wake Zone.' The agents reported their boat was too tall to pass under the bridge, but suggested Brignac continue through the area. According to authorities, Brignac later showed signs of disorientation as he nearly crashed into a wooden boatway barrier and had slurred speech. The incident report states that Brignac's boat was close enough to the agents' that they could smell the odor of alcohol coming from Brignac's direction. The agents also saw beer cans scattered throughout the boat. Agents decided to conduct a boating safety check, which partly requires presenting life jackets and a fire extinguisher. While LDWF searched for the life jackets, Brignac struggled to keep his balance. At one point, agents asked Brignac if he had been drinking. He responded with, 'Yeah, about four Natural Lights.' Caregiver accused of punching, slapping and sitting on man at group home in Baton Rouge Agents took Brignac to the shore to conduct several more field tests. As he walked, he continued to sway and had a strong odor of alcohol. Brignac was taken to the Killian Police Department before being taken to the Livingston Parish Courthouse. Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard released the following statement about the LDWF investigation. 'The off-duty incident was self-reported by Brignac (Training Division),' Ard said. 'The matter was turned over to the District Attorney's Office for processing, just as all other cases are. Disciplinary action by this department will be decided and administered at the conclusion of the DA's proceedings.' Former Baton Rouge mayor Kip Holden lies in state at City Hall Teacher accused of dropping cocaine at Lutcher school Tom Brady's new Vegas exhibit features Morgan Freeman, Oprah and Michael Jordan artifacts Taurine, common ingredient in food, linked to leukemia growth: study Gov. Landry signs executive order to improve security at parish jails, prisons Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
Livingston Parish deputies arrest 9 accused of internet crimes against children
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Detectives arrested nine suspects accused of targeting children on social media platforms. All suspects were arrested and booked into jail. The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office said all cases will be featured on 'Takedown with Chris Hansen' on TruBlu. Kevin Hamby, 31, of Denham Springs, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Shengjie Cheng, 32, of Baton Rouge, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Deputies identified Cheng as an LSU student. Kleider Enrique Garcia-Ochoa, 29, of Walker, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Cameron Varnado, 27, of Amite, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Anthony Farr Junior, 31, of Little Rock, Arkansas, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Matthew Totaro, 36, of Metairie, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Tytus Miles, 34, of Livingston, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Devin Alipio, 25, of Denham Springs, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Matthew Traub, 25, of Metairie, was charged with indecent behavior with a juvenile, computer-aided solicitation of a minor, possession of marijuana under 14 grams and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles. Livingston Parish school janitor accused of molesting child at school Republicans to watch on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' 'Shocking device' found during X-ray at Boise Airport Possible measles exposure reported at Shakira concert in New Jersey Police arrest man accused of armed robbery in Baton Rouge Livingston Parish deputies arrest 9 accused of internet crimes against children Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
