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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
Driver, pedestrian killed in separate Slidell-area crashes
SLIDELL, La. (WGNO) — Two people are dead following separate crashes that happened in the Slidell area on Wednesday, April 30. According to the Louisiana State Police, troopers with Troop L began investigating the first crash, which happened on Interstate 10 near the near US Highway 190 exit, around 8:30 p.m. The initial investigation shows that that 30-year-old Tyler B. Israel, of Arabi, was driving a 2002 Toyota 4-Runner east on I-10 when he reportedly hit a 2025 Mazda CX 50 that was also heading east. Murder trial against Bunnak Landon continues day into fourth day Troopers say Israel was unrestrained and pronounced dead on scene. The Mazda's driver was properly restrained and uninjured. Toxicology samples were taken from both drivers for analysis in the ongoing investigation. Troopers started investigating the second crash, which happened on the I-10 Twin Span Bridge between Ole Spanish Trail and Irish Bayou, around 9:45 p.m. The initial investigation reportedly shows that a pedestrian entered the left lane of traffic on the interstate when at the same time, a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu was heading east on the same road. The pedestrian, whose name is withheld pending notification of next of kin, was hit and pronounced dead on scene. Routine toxicology samples were taken from both the driver of the Malibu and the pedestrian as part of the continuing more arrested in Tickfaw fentanyl overdose case Driver, pedestrian killed in separate Slidell-area crashes Meet the 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal Daniel Callihan ruled competent to stand trial Family searching for answers after loved one went missing at work in New Orleans Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
Family searching for answers after loved one went missing at work in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — It's been a week since a family says their loved one went to work in New Orleans and never came back. 'We expect the Port of New Orleans and for QSL to do something to find my nephew,' said the aunt of 42-year-old Darius Clement, Veronica Clement. The Clement family is looking for answers after they say on April 22, Darius Clement went to work but never returned. His aunt explains he has worked at QSL on First Street Wharf for about four years and loved his job. Federal judge hears arguments about Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office immigration policy However, the family received a call from crew members stating while working on a barge, they couldn't find him. 'The harbor police said that they had sent a boat out and they just didn't know where he was. They had been working on, and this vessel was allowed to leave the port that morning without being searched. There's no evidence that a search took place,' said Veronica Clement. The next morning when they went looking for answers they were denied entry, and said they'd been put on the backburner. 'Every single day calling the Harbor Police, calling Osha, calling them, the company that he worked for, and we keep getting no comment,' said Veronica Clement. Officials with Harbor Police say they are continuing to search the river for Darius Clement. A missing person report was filed on April 23 when they received the call. Murder trial against Bunnak Landon continues day into fourth day However, his aunt wants to know who is in charge of the cameras and why they are not able to see them. 'Told by QSL the cameras are manned by the harbor police. I'm told by the Harbor Police, they only manned the cameras that run along the outside. QSL is responsible for the cameras to be working inside,' said Veronica Clement. With no clear answers, the family is staying hopeful he will return home. 'He was committed to that company, and I just think it's awful that the answers that we get are no comment. We are left with our hope, we continue to pray,' said Veronica Clement. The family says they have been in contact with the Cajun Navy and they have since used helicopters in the sky to search for Darius more arrested in Tickfaw fentanyl overdose case Driver, pedestrian killed in separate Slidell-area crashes Meet the 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal Daniel Callihan ruled competent to stand trial Family searching for answers after loved one went missing at work in New Orleans Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
Meet the 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal
THIBODAUX, La. (WGNO) — Leadership is an exemplary quality that is brought to mind when thinking of a fireman. We want tot introduce you to the grand Marshal of Firemen's fair 2025. WGNO's LBJ got the chance to speak with him. 'In city government, I was a council administrator for 25 years and mayor for 12 years, so almost 40 years working in local government, so first hand experience with the fire department and working with them and being able to see what a fantastic organization it is,' said Grand Marshal Tommy Eschete. 'Burnin' for you' to come out to 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair If anyone knows how special the Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department is, he does. 'Selfless volunteers, community oriented, community-minded. They did so much for us when I was mayor,' said Eschete. As a former administrator and mayor, Eschete also understands the tremendous value the department provides for residents. 'In a small city like Thibodaux, it's only about five, six square miles, and to have eight companies, and probably nine stations and a central station, cost the city nothing,' said Eschete. New South Thibodaux Fire Station and home of Engine 26 Eschete estimates that annual costs would be about $6 or $7 million, and because of that value to the Thibodaux community, he also says he's is honored to serve as this year's Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal. 'It's the whole family that's involved in it, and the first thing came to mind was 'it's a perfect opportunity to give back,'' said more arrested in Tickfaw fentanyl overdose case Driver, pedestrian killed in separate Slidell-area crashes Meet the 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal Daniel Callihan ruled competent to stand trial Family searching for answers after loved one went missing at work in New Orleans Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Yahoo
Murder trial against Bunnak Landon continues day into fourth day
JEFFERSON PARISH, La. (WGNO) — Thursday, May 1 marked the fourth day in the murder trial against Bunnak Landon but third day of testimonies. The case accuses Landon in the death of 6-year-old Bella Fontenelle, the daughter of Landon's then boyfriend. On day one of testimony, 'disturbing' details were released disclosing that Bella told several adults, including her father Michael Fontenelle, that Landon was 'mean.' Alleged work release escapee sought in Gramercy It was noted that educators documented daily crying spells, anxiety and distress at the thought of having to go home with her father. On day two, Bella's grandmother gave what was described as an emotional and hysterical testimony as she described the moment Bella's body was found inside the bucket left on her mother's front lawn. Sergeant Jordan Bloomer who was on scene that day, had difficulty speaking while on the stand telling the court the moment he opened the bucket. St. Tammany home damaged in two-alarm fire On day three, in an overnight testimony, a Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office deputy took the stand showing jurors surveillance footage from the night of the murder. In a detailed timeline, the deputy said Landon's movements reportedly included calls, texts and her search history showing repeated searches for Attorney Walter Becker. More testimony is being heard as the case continues to trial against Bunnak Landon continues day into fourth day Jeffries denies report he discouraged Democrats from visiting El Salvador: 'Phantom conversation' Vietnam War at 50: Letters from soldiers give peek into the era Judge rules Trump use of Alien Enemies Act for gangs is 'unlawful' 'Burnin' for you' to come out to 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
