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09/22/2025

Four people injured in fire at Citgo refinery in Sulphur, Louisiana with minor to moderate injuries reported. Louisiana State Police on scene.

Sulphur, Louisiana - Four people sustained injuries ranging from minor to moderate when a fire erupted at the Citgo Lake Charles Refinery in Sulphur on Monday

09/22/2025

Lake Charles police arrest family member charged with attempted murder after woman shot on Anita Drive.

Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Lake Charles Police Department arrested a 45-year-old suspect Thursday afternoon in connection with a shooting that left a

09/22/2025

50 employers are hiring at the Lake Charles Job Fair Oct. 8! Veterans get early access at 9 AM, general public at 9:30 AM.

Lake Charles, Louisiana - Approximately 50 employers will gather with job seekers at the Quarterly Job Fair hosted by the American Job Center – Region V on

09/22/2025

Happy Fall folks! Here's a little information about the Autumn Equinox today as we experience some isolated to scattered showers/thunderstorms. As my colleague shared earlier, milder temperatures will be soon to follow after a cold front later this week.
~Cam

09/22/2025

Louisiana man arrested for second time in crimes against children - this time for online solicitation of minor.

Livingston Parish, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit detectives arrested a 27-year-old Denham Springs man on September 19, 2025, for

09/22/2025

Lake Charles police arrest man on 9 charges including burglary and theft after two-day crime spree across multiple businesses.

Lake Charles, Louisiana - Lake Charles police have arrested a 35-year-old man in connection with a series of burglaries and thefts that occurred across the

09/22/2025

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09/20/2025

REGION 3 NEWS RELEASE
September 20, 2025

Help Needed: Louisiana State Police Investigating West Carroll Parish Homicide

Oak Grove – On Friday, September 19, 2025, at approximately 6:33 p.m., Louisiana State Police Detectives-Monroe Field Office (LSP MFO) were requested by the West Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office (WCPSO) to investigate a homicide that occurred in the 700 block of Macon Front Road. The incident claimed the life of 43-year-old Kasi Hayden of Oak Grove.

As the investigation has progressed through interviews and the collection of evidence, LSP MFO secured a second-degree murder arrest warrant for 24-year-old Brian Freeman of Oak Grove through the 5th Judicial District Court.

Freeman is believed to be in possession of a blue 2010 Honda Civic displaying Louisiana license plate 271HBT.

LSP MFO will serve as the lead investigating agency, with WCPSO assisting. The investigation remains active and ongoing. No further information is available at this time.

Anyone with information on Freeman's whereabouts is encouraged to contact Troop F at (318) 345-0000 or dial 911.

Contact Information:
ST Ryan Davis
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 345-2810
[email protected]

09/20/2025

Lake Charles man arrested in 2-year bank fraud scheme after allegedly trying to hit police officer with car at casino 🚔💰 Second suspect still wanted by Calcasieu Parish deputies.

Lake Charles, Louisiana - A two-year investigation into counterfeit check schemes across multiple financial institutions in Calcasieu Parish has resulted in

09/20/2025

Louisiana State Police investigating officer-involved shooting in New Roads that left 45-year-old man in critical condition after disturbance call.

New Roads, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police detectives continue investigating an officer-involved shooting that left a 45-year-old man in critical condition

09/19/2025

Vinton Police arrest man on multiple sexual assault charges including First Degree R**e and Aggravated Battery, held on $840,000 bond at Calcasieu Correctional Center.

Vinton, Louisiana - The Vinton Police Department has arrested a 25-year-old local resident on multiple serious charges following a sexual assault

09/19/2025

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📅 Saturday, September 20
🕙 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Moss Bluff Branch Library

Join us for a heartwarming morning where children can read aloud to trained therapy dogs in a calm, inclusive environment. It’s a great way to build reading confidence, practice literacy skills, and make furry friends along