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Mandeville man facing multiple allegations involving drugs, cruelty to juveniles
MANDEVILLE, La. (WGNO) — A man allegedly found in possession of several drugs in the company of his young sibling, is now in deputy custody. Detectives with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office report that on Aug. 1, they arrested 21-year-old Lane Roberts while at a carwash. Investigation ongoing after teen shot, killed in St. James Parish According to STPSO Proactive Enforcement Unit, Roberts was allegedly found in possession of over two pounds of marijuana, more than 100 THC Vapes and THC edibles, with his 6-year-old sibling also in the vehicle. A search of his home allegedly led detectives to find 'a substantial inventory' of illegal drugs, large amount of cash, drug paraphernalia associated with packaging and distribution of illegal drugs as well as a semi-automatic handgun. Altogether, STPSO detectives said they found and seized: Approximately 745 pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes Approximately 700 THC electronic smoking devices (THC Vapes) Approximately 3.25 pounds of THC crumble (THC concentrate) Approximately 1.2 ounces of THC Rosin (THC concentrate) Approximately 480 dosage unit THC edibles (THC gummies) Approximately 5.52 pounds of raw marijuana Approximately 1 pound (439.4 grams) of THCA crystals in THC Resin (High THC concentrate) $81,249 in suspected drug proceeds Glock model 19 9mm pistol An assortment of drug paraphernalia Roberts has been booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on charges of: Attempted distribution of a schedule I CDS (marijuana) – Felony Attempted distribution of a schedule I CDS (THC vapes) – Felony Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I CDS (marijuana) – Felony Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I CDS (THC vapes) Felony Transactions involving proceeds from drug offenses – Felony Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I CDS (THC wax) – Felony Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I CDS (edibles)- Felony Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I CDS (THC A crystals) -Felony Illegal carry of weapons – Felony Cruelty to juveniles, present for sale, distribution, or manufacturing CDS or attempted – Felony Possession of drug paraphernalia – MisdemeanorLatest Posts Early showers but not much later in the day TikTok impersonation scheme hits Florida barber shop New Orleans to honor Katrina's 20th anniversary with week of events and summit Fans may have saved Mona Lisa French Quarter restaurant Saints name starting quarterback for preseason opener versus Chargers Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Drugs, stolen vehicles and illegal firearms allegedly found at Slidell home
SLIDELL, La. (WGNO) — Three people were arrested in connection with a July 30 Slidell house-search that allegedly found stolen vehicles, drugs and illegal firearms. According to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office, while searching the residence on the 1400 block of Denmark Court, detectives said they found and seized marijuana, THC edibles, ecstasy tablets containing methamphetamine, an assortment of drug paraphernalia and $13,000. Orleans Justice Center undergoing security audit STPSO detectives said they also seized eight unlawfully possessed firearms, two of which were reported stolen out of Gretna and New Orleans, and three stolen vehicles; a 2022 GMC Sierra from Houston, a 2020 Mercedez GL from Jefferson Parish and a 2016 Mercedez G6A from New Orleans. Police said 17-year-old Ma'layja Williams was at the residence when detectives arrived and is accused of removing drug evidence. She was booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center and faces the following charges: Possession with the intent to distribute marijuana. Obstruction of justice. Drug paraphernalia. Arrest warrants were obtained for two other residents of the home. 45-year-old William Williams, who is currently in custody in Jefferson Parish, and 42-year-old Demetra Williams, who was taken into custody on Wednesday Aug. 6. New Orleans man pleads guilty to possession of files depicting sexual exploitation of children William Williams will be booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on the following charges upon his release from Jefferson Parish: Possession with the intent to distribute marijuana. Possession of firearm if carrying concealed weapon by a person convicted of certain felonies- 8 counts. Illegal carry of weapons; crime of CDS- 8 counts. Illegal possession of stolen things over $25,000- 3 counts. Illegal possession of stolen firearms- 2 counts. Transactions involving proceeds from drug offenses Possession of schedule II CDS- methamphetamine. Possession or dealing in unregistered weapons. Possession of drug paraphernalia. Demetra Williams will be booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on the following charges: Possession with the intent to distribute marijuana. Possession of firearm if carrying concealed weapon by a person convicted of certain felonies- 8 counts. Illegal possession of stolen things over $25,000- 3 counts. Illegal possession of stolen firearms- 2 counts. Transactions involving proceeds from drug offenses. Possession of schedule II CDS- methamphetamine. Possession or dealing in unregistered weapons. Possession of drug Posts Early showers but not much later in the day TikTok impersonation scheme hits Florida barber shop New Orleans to honor Katrina's 20th anniversary with week of events and summit Fans may have saved Mona Lisa French Quarter restaurant Saints name starting quarterback for preseason opener versus Chargers Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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01-08-2025
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Boater found stuck in St. Tammany Parish marsh by deputies rescued
ST. TAMMANY PARISH, La. (WGNO) — A Pearl River man is safe after being rescued from a St. Tammany Parish marsh. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office was alerted of a missing 70-year-old man on Tuesday, July 29. Louisiana surfer gets sober on Grand Isle waves His family told deputies that he had not returned home after a crabbing trip and had not been heard from since 10 a.m. By 5 p.m., they began the search with the help of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries and U.S. Coast Guard. While describing his usual launch point and route, the family told deputies that the man was partially paralyzed on his left side due to a previous medical condition. STPSO Sgt. Chuck White and Deputy John Hrabley followed the trail to find his boat partially submerged in the marsh. Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project canceled The boater was found in the water, alone, exhausted and without a phone, which fell into the water. He was reportedly in the water for about nine hours due to his medical condition. He explained that his engine failed. White and Hrabley rescued the man and turned him over to medical personnel who evaluated and brought him home that Posts New Orleans at-large candidates debate worker rights, city issues at forum Summer storms come back on Friday Favorite FQ restaurant may be forced to close Eastbank uses monster comeback to beat Mississippi in LLBWS Southwest Regional opener New Louisiana license plates showcasing the arts now available Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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01-08-2025
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Disabled Crabber Rescued After His Boat Was Swamped, Leaving Him Stranded for 9 Hours
'I'm crippled, I had a stroke,' Benji Nevers said. 'But the Lord took care of me"NEED TO KNOW A crabber, later identified as Benji Nevers, was stranded in a Louisiana marsh for about nine hours after his boat encountered motor issues He was unable to call for help as his phone was underwater The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office found the crabber and he was taken to the hospitalLouisiana authorities rescued a 57-year-old crabber with a physical condition when his boat was partially submerged in a marsh that left him stuck for about nine hours last week. A spokesperson for the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office (STPSO) said in an email to PEOPLE that the crabber ventured out in his boat on the morning of Friday, July 25. The sheriff's office also said in a news release that he didn't return home from the East Pearl River and was last heard from at 10 a.m. local time. "Around 5 p.m., a family member called to report him missing and that he had not returned as expected," the spokesperson told PEOPLE. The crabber's family told deputies their loved one was partially paralyzed on his left side due to a previous medical condition. STPSO Marine Division members Sgt. Chuck White and Deputy John Hrabley were dispatched to find him, per the sheriff's office. They followed a trail that led to a marsh based on information provided by the crabber's family about his usual launch point and route. It was there that White and Hrabley found the crabber in the water and his sunken vessel about 45 minutes into their search. They discovered that the man's cell phone was underwater and the boat's motor was inoperable. The sheriff's office added that the crabber's medical condition hampered his ability to move as he was surrounded by marshland. 'He was immediately turned over to medical personnel, evaluated, and brought safely home that night,' the sheriff's office news release said. 'This is what we do,' it added. 'And on this day, it saved a life.' The crabber was later identified as Benji Nevers, Fox affiliate WVUE reported. In an interview with the outlet, Never said he was on a fishing trip and approached the mouth of the Pearl River on Friday, July 25, when he found himself stranded. A strong wind and the boat's motor issues contributed to Nevers' dilemma. Waves then pushed the crabber into the marsh and swamped the boat, per WVUE. His cell phone was lost due to the rough waters and there was little traffic among passing boats that day, in an ordeal that lasted nine hours. 'I'm crippled, I had a stroke,' Nevers told WVUE. 'But the Lord took care of me.' Fortunately, Hrabley and White arrived in time. They recalled how desolate the area was. 'He was tucked in the marsh. I saw a little green thing and I said, 'Are you Mr. Nevers?' ' White recalled, per WVUE. '[He] said, 'Yeah,' and I said, 'We're coming to you.' ' A dehydrated and hungry Nevers said he was taken to the hospital. He expressed his gratitude to Hrabley and White for rescuing him. 'They were great people, they took care of me,' Nevers told WVUE. Nevers said that he plans to repair his boat so he can resume crabbing as well as keep his phone in a waterproof case attached to the vessel. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. PEOPLE contacted the STPSO for additional information on Thursday, July 31. Read the original article on People
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09-06-2025
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Hammond man accused in child's hot car death investigation
HAMMOND, La. (WGNO) — A child is dead and a man is in police custody accused of her death. According to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office , around 12 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, deputies were alerted of a child being found unresponsive inside a vehicle. Woman struck, killed by vehicle on Laplace highway An investigation revealed, at 2:30 a.m. 35-year-old Joseph Boatman had picked up his 21-month-old daughter from a family member's home, strapped her into the car seat, went inside but did not return. STPSO detectives said the child was in the vehicle for over nine hours. They add that prior to the incident, Boatman allegedly consumed multiple alcoholic beverages. 'This is a devastating loss that no family ever wants to face,' Sheriff Randy Smith said. 'When a child is left in a vehicle, especially on a day when the heat index climbs over 100 degrees, the outcome can turn deadly in a matter of minutes. This case involved compromised judgment, and the result was heartbreaking.' New Orleans crash leaves two people dead Boatman was booked into the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center on a charge of second-degree preparedness supplies you should have for hurricane season Communities in Schools – Gulf South WGNO to volunteer with Giving Hope NOLA for Nexstar's Founder's Day In deploying National Guard, Trump critics see 'run around' of Insurrection Act Fungi concerns spark nationwide recall of Zicam and Orajel products Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
