Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Thibodaux man who was arrested last month for sex crimes involving a juvenile now faces new charges in the investigation. Gregory Leblanc, 61, has now been charged with rape and sexual battery in addition to previous charges.

In June 2026, juvenile detectives began investigating Leblanc after allegations surfaced about inappropriate behavior with a female that had occurred several years prior when she was a young child. They also found evidence of inappropriate photographs of the child apparently taken without the child’s knowledge, among other evidence. After obtaining an arrest warrant, he was booked on July 24 with 11 counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile, four counts of video voyeurism, two counts of pornography involving a juvenile, and molestation of a juvenile.

Further investigation of his actions with the girl led detectives to file new charges for first degree rape and sexual battery. Leblanc, who was still incarcerated at the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex, was booked on the new charges on Tuesday, August 11.

Bail has now increased to $3.1 million.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Thibodaux man faces several charges for an incident that led to a standoff with law enforcement on Saturday. An arrest warrant has been obtained for Paul Johnson, 53, of Thibodaux, who is currently hospitalized for evaluation but was not injured in the incident.

At around 11:15 a.m. on August 8, 2026, deputies responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the 500 block of Parkside Drive in Thibodaux. Johnson was reportedly having a mental episode and damaging items inside the residence. Further investigation revealed Johnson had chased a family member in the residence while armed with a handgun. When deputies arrived, they learned Johnson reportedly had threatened to take his own life. Deputies were able to get other family members safely out of the residence, but Johnson refused to exit.

The Lafourche Parish Interagency Crisis Management Unit was activated and responded to the scene in an attempt to safely negotiate with Johnson to exit the residence. After approximately 8 hours, Johnson exited the residence, and he was safely taken into custody. He was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.
Upon his release, Johnson will be booked on a warrant for domestic abuse aggravated assault, false imprisonment while armed with a dangerous weapon, illegal use of weapons, and simple criminal damage to property. Bail will be set at $610,000.

Sheriff Webre praised the efforts of deputies who responded. “I am extremely happy with this result,” said Sheriff Webre. “Our deputies understood that a man’s life was at stake, and they did everything they could to prevent him from taking his own life. It was a very hot and long day, but they accomplished the mission with no injuries. A man is still alive today because of their actions.”

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre and Lockport Chief of Police David Harrelson Jr. announced three men have been charged in an investigation into the theft of an ATM from a Lockport business. Justin Williams, 25, of Lafayette, Quantravion Wilson, 24, of Scott, and Jordan Zachary, 17, of Lafayette were arrested on Thursday.

As previously released, at around 3:30 a.m. on July 30, 2026, a Lockport Police officer on patrol observed male subjects in the process of stealing an ATM at New Orleans Fireman’s Federal Credit Union located at 400 Crescent Avenue in Lockport. The subjects damaged the ATM and stole boxes of cash. As the officer attempted to make contact, the suspects attempted to evade the officer and drove away from the scene, dropping the boxes of cash, which were recovered by investigators. The officer pursued the suspects in a truck that was determined to have been stolen out of Gretna. The pursuit ended in the 4200 block of LA Highway 307 in Kraemer, where the suspects exited the vehicle and ran from the scene. Using K-9 deputies, drones, and with help from Louisiana State Police, the suspects were eventually located and taken into custody.

Williams, Wilson and Zachary were all booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. Each was charged with one count each of felony theft, theft of an ATM, and resisting an officer. Williams’ bail is set at $360,000. Zachary’s bail is set at $260,000. Wilson’s bail is set at $260,000, and he is also being held for the FBI for a bank burglary, as well as the Baton Rouge Police Department for aggravated flight from an officer.

The investigation is continuing, and additional arrests and charges are possible.

Sheriff Webre applauded the efforts of all involved. “These arrests were the result of outstanding teamwork by law enforcement agencies,” said Sheriff Webre. “On behalf of Chief Harrelson, I extend my sincere appreciation and thanks to our LPSO deputies, Lockport Police officers, and Louisiana State Police troopers who all assisted in the pursuit, search, and arrests. Through their efforts, three criminals who came to Lafourche Parish to commit this crime were unsuccessful and are now in custody.”

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre and Lockport Chief of Police David Harrelson Jr. announced one man is in custody and another is being sought as officers continue to investigate the theft of an ATM from a Lockport business. Investigators are still working to identify the suspect who was taken into custody in Kraemer after the suspects led officers to that area in an effort to avoid apprehension. 

At around 3:30 a.m., a Lockport Police officer on patrol observed male subjects in the process of stealing an ATM at New Orleans Fireman’s Federal Credit Union located at 400 Crescent Avenue in Lockport. The subjects damaged the ATM and stole boxes of cash. As the officer attempted to make contact, the suspects attempted to evade the officer and drove away from the scene, dropping the boxes of cash in the process. The cash was recovered by investigators.

The officer pursued the suspects’ vehicle, which was determined to have been stolen, and LPSO deputies joined to assist. The suspects drove north on LA Highway 1, and turned east onto U.S. Highway 90. The suspects then turned onto LA 182 and then onto LA 307 heading toward the Kraemer area where they crashed in the 4200 block. Two males exited the vehicle and began running. Deputies began searching the area with the use of K-9 units and drones. Louisiana State Police also assisted in the search with use of a helicopter. One of the suspects was located and taken into custody.

Deputies are continuing to search for the second man who is believed to be in a nearby swampy, wooded area. Residents in the area are asked to report any suspicious persons by calling (985) 532-2808. 

More details will be provided as the investigation continues. Meanwhile, detectives ask anyone with information on this crime to submit a tip anonymously to Bayou Region Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-743-7433, online at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or via the Bayou Tips app on mobile devices. Tips submitted through Crime Stoppers could lead to a reward of up to $1,000.00 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Thibodaux man has been arrested for sex crimes involving a juvenile. Gregory Leblanc, 61, faces multiple charges.

Last month, juvenile detectives began investigating Leblanc after allegations surfaced about inappropriate behavior with a female that had occurred several years prior when she was a young child. They also found evidence of inappropriate photographs of the child apparently taken without the child’s knowledge, among other evidence. Following an investigation, they obtained a warrant for his arrest.

On July 24, 2026, Leblanc was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex. He was charged with 11 counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile, four counts of video voyeurism, two counts of pornography involving a juvenile, and molestation of a juvenile. Bail is set at $600,000.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced detectives are seeking information as they continue their investigation into a homicide that occurred five years ago. The body of 30-year-old Clinton Keplinger IV was found on Burma Road in Thibodaux on February 23, 2021.

At around 3:15 a.m., a motorist driving on Burma Road discovered Keplinger’s body lying in the roadway and reported it to the Sheriff’s Office. He was found to have died from several gunshot wounds.

Anyone with any information on this crime can submit a tip anonymously to Bayou Region Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-743-7433, online at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or via the Bayou Tips app on mobile devices. Tips submitted through Crime Stoppers could lead to a reward of up to $1,000.00 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.

Clinton Keplinger IV

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person sought for trespassing and damage to property located on Choctaw Road in Thibodaux.

On July 6, 2027, surveillance cameras captured images of a man wearing a white shirt, shorts and a cap. The man caused damage to personal property while there.

Anyone who can identify this man or anyone with any information on this incident can submit a tip anonymously to Bayou Region Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-743-7433, online at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or via the Bayou Tips app on mobile devices. Tips submitted through Crime Stoppers could lead to a reward of up to $1,000.00 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced two people have been arrested in connection with the theft of a trailer from a local snowball business. Ronald Perkins, 48, and Quiana Washington, 48, both of New Orleans, were arrested on Wednesday. 

Detectives had been investigating the theft of a trailer belonging to “Icy-Licious Snowballs,” a local small business. The theft occurred in the 14000 block of West Main Street in Cut Off in the early morning hours of July 13, 2026. Through investigation, and with assistance from the New Orleans Police Department and St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, detectives identified Washington and Perkins as suspects in the theft. Both were taken into custody in New Orleans on Wednesday. New Orleans Police located the stolen trailer in New Orleans East. Detectives obtained arrest warrants for both. 

Perkins and Washington were booked into the Orleans Parish Prison on the warrants. They await transfer to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex where they will each be booked on one count of felony theft. Bail is set at $100,000 for Perkins and $50,000 for Washington.