Three people have been charged with a crime after a fire in a Louisiana apartment complex led them to the body of a 32-year-old woman. The woman had recently moved to the area in an attempt to start a new beginning but an alleged robbery…
As many people know, Louisiana authorities do not take drug crimes lightly. In order to maintain a “tough on drugs” reputation, they often will not hesitate to go after those they suspect to be in possession of illegal substances. One West Monroe man who now…
Authorities in Lake Charles, Louisiana, take sex crimes very seriously. A conviction can result in significant jail time, as well as punitive fines and possible probation. In addition to the aforementioned consequences, those convicted of sex crimes are required by law to list themselves as…
Recently, deputies with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of an alleged burglary in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Six people, ranging in age from 15 to 41, were reportedly charged with a crime in connection with the alleged burglary. An investigation remains ongoing into…
The city of Lake Charles, Louisiana, does not take drug activity lightly. As a result, law enforcement officials have compiled an antidrug task force in the area. The Combined Anti-Drug Task Force, also known as the CAT Team, recently completed an investigation into alleged drug…
Sex crimes involving minors can carry severe consequences. Not only that, but Louisiana police officers and federal investigators take such crimes very seriously. After recently being arrested for a sex crime, one Keithville man will soon find out what those consequences could be. According to…
Recently, a former executive for Stanford Group Co. reported that the securities brokerage firm, recently closed by U.S. regulators, had lost a minimum of $20 million before it was shut down. The former executive reported the figure during cross-examination on the fifth day of the…
Louisiana police take illegal drug use or possession very seriously. Being convicted of a drug crime can have harsh consequences, including expensive fines and possibly jail time. One man from Frierson, Louisiana, is now facing those consequences after police found him in possession of marijuana.…
Celebrating Alabama’s BCS Championship win may have made one man cross the line when he was charged this week in connection with abusing an unconscious Louisiana State University fan. The man was videotaped simulating a sex act on the unconscious fan and was charged with sexual…
Being accused of a sex crime is a frightening and stressful experience. Not only could you be facing harsh penalties if convicted, but also even if you have not been convicted, the accusation alone could tarnish your reputation. This can be particularly difficult for people…