Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct a seat belt checkpoint in Lafourche Parish on July 8, 2025. During this checkpoint, deputies will be checking motorists for seat belt and safety seat violations, as well as for proper inspection tags and other potential violations. Checkpoints are designed to help raise awareness for these types of violations and make the highways of the parish safer for all motorists.
Negligent Homicide Leads to Suicide Early Saturday Morning in Thibodaux
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a negligent homicde led to a suicide on Saturday. Draven Hendon, 30, of Thibodaux and Jordan Landry, 22, of Houma were both pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputies and detectives responded to a call just after 3:30 a.m. on July 5, 2025, to the 200 block of Colony Station in Thibodaux. Based on evidence collected at the scene, detectives believe the two individuals were playing with a loaded gun when the gun accidentally went off, taking the life of Landry. Hendon then allegedly turned the gun on himself, taking his own life.
“We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the families of those involved in this tragic incident,” said Sheriff Craig Webre
The investigation is continuing, and any developments contrary to the initial findings will be announced.
Correctional Officer Arrested for Sexual Contact with a Juvenile Prior to Employment
Sheriff Craig Webre announced the dismissal and arrest of a Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office correctional officer on Thursday. Luke Vizier, 26, of Cut Off was terminated upon his arrest.
On June 26, 2025, an investigation began after a complaint was filed with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office in reference to allegations Vizier had sexual contact with a juvenile in April 2023 – approximately one year prior to his employment at LPSO.
Vizier was placed on administrative leave when the investigation began pending the outcome. Then on Thursday, July 3, detectives obtained a warrant for his arrest. Detectives made contact with Vizier on Thursday afternoon, and he was taken into custody.
He was booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. He was charged with sexual battery and indecent behavior with a juvenile. Bail is set at $150,000.
Vizier’s employment with the sheriff’s office lasted just under 15 months and ended upon his arrest. He had been assigned as a correctional officer at the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex.
Detectives say the investigation is continuing.
Two Arrested as Investigations Result in Seizure of Drugs, Firearms and Cash
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced two men have been arrested as a result of separate narcotics investigations. Shawn Meier, 35, of Raceland and Ronald Franklin, 37, of Larose were arrested on Wednesday.
Through investigations, narcotics agents obtained search warrants for a residence on West 13th Street in Larose and another for a residence on Cypress Street in Raceland. Upon conducting the searches, agents located heroin, methamphetamine and various drug paraphernalia. They also seized six firearms and nearly $6,700 in cash. At both locations, agents also found evidence of drugs being manufactured and/or combined with other substances.
Following the search of the Larose residence, Franklin was arrested and charged with creation/operation of a clandestine lab for unlawful drug manufacturing, possession of heroin, possession of methamphetamine, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, illegal carrying of a weapon in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of firearm with an obliterated number, and illegal use of a controlled drug in the presence of persons under 17. He was also booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux on those charges and on warrants for distribution of methamphetamine and cocaine. Bail is set at $275,000.
Following the search of the Raceland residence, Meier was arrested and charged with creation/operation of a clandestine lab for unlawful drug manufacturing, possession of heroin, possession of marijuana, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, illegal carrying of a weapon in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was booked into the Correctional Complex. Bail is set at $185,500, and he is also being held for Louisiana Probation and Parole due to a probation violation.
Citizens are reminded that they can report any drug-related or suspicious activity. Information can be reported directly to the Narcotics Section commander, Lieutenant Adam Dufrene, at (985) 532-4365 or adam-dufrene@lpso.net. Information can also be reported anonymously through Bayou Region Crime Stoppers at 1-800-743-7433, at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or via the Bayou Tips mobile app.
Plans Announced for Independence Day 2025 Drive Sober Campaign
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced plans for the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, which runs from July 2-6, 2025, centered around the Independence Day holiday. The campaign is coordinated and funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission.
As part of the campaign efforts, the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will assign additional deputies to saturated patrol efforts to target impaired drivers and help keep motorists safe. Additionally, LPSO deputies will conduct a DWI checkpoint during the evening hours of July 3, 2025, and continue into the early morning hours of July 4. During the checkpoint, deputies will be looking for drivers who are possibly impaired while checking for other traffic safety issues. Remember that Lafourche Parish is a “No Refusal” parish, meaning if a suspected drunk driver refuses a breathalyzer test, deputies will seek a search warrant to have that person’s blood tested.
Sheriff Webre reminds citizens to designate a driver if you are going to drink. Have a plan on how you will arrive back home BEFORE you leave home.
Chackbay Man Facing Multiple Charges Including Attempted Murder in May 2025 Shooting
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of a Chackbay man in connection with a May 2025 shooting in Thibodaux. Brian Carcisse, 34, is charged with attempted murder, as well as several drug and weapon charges.
On the night of May 11, 2025, deputies responded to a call of a woman whose residence was struck by gunfire. At least four rounds were found to have struck the residence. Deputies searched the nearby area but could not locate any possible suspects. They did, however, locate several shell casings.
Detectives took over the investigation and developed Carcisse as a suspect in the shooting. They obtained a search warrant for a residence at which he was staying. On June 12, detectives and narcotics agents assisted in a search of the residence. When they arrived, they located Carcisse, and he was detained. During a search of the residence, investigators found various ammunition and three handguns, one of which was found to have been reported stolen in 2019. They also found over 150 grams of suspected marijuana packaged in a manner commonly used for selling narcotics, as well oxycodone pills. At that time, he was arrested on drug and weapons charges.
As the investigation into the shooting continued, detectives found additional evidence that Carcisse shot at the residence with the intention of striking the woman inside. Then, they obtained a warrant for his arrest.
In all, Carcisse was booked on warrants for attempted second degree murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He was additionally charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession of oxycodone, illegal carrying of a weapon in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance, illegal possession of a stolen firearm, and three additional counts of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Bail is set at $290,000. He is also being held for Louisiana Probation and Parole as a probation violator.
Thibodaux Man Charged with First Degree Rape of a Child
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Thibodaux man has been charged with the first degree rape of a child following an investigation. Keith Schexnayder, 54, also faces drug charges from his initial arrest.
On May 24, 2025, deputies had made contact with Schexnayder while on patrol. Schexnayder had an active contempt of court warrant and was placed under arrest. He was found to have methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in his possession. Due to unrelated medical issues, Schexnayder was transported to a local hospital for treatment, where he remained for several days. He was eventually released and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex on the warrant as well as for possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
Meanwhile, juvenile detectives learned of a teenage girl who was reportedly sexually assaulted by Schexnayder over the course of several years. The incidents initially began occurring when the victim was under the age of 10. Following an investigation, detectives obtained a warrant for his arrest.
Schexnayder, who remains at the Correctional Complex, has been additionally charged with first degree rape. Bail is set at $511,500.
Due to the nature of the allegations, no further details will be released at this time.
Narcotics Investigation Results in Three Arrests
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a narcotics investigation has ended in three arrests. Derek Constant, 36, of Chackbay has been arrested as a result of the investigation. Lance Gros, 41, and Eric Rodrigue, 38, both of Thibodaux, were also arrested on Thursday.
Narcotics agents had been investigating Constant for meth distribution and obtained a warrant for his arrest. On June 19, 2025, agents went to his residence and made contact with all three. Constant was taken into custody. After obtaining a search warrant for the residence, agents located suspected drugs including meth, heroin, and clonazepam, as well as drug paraphernalia. Constant also had Suboxone in his possession. All three were arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. Bail has not yet been set.
All three were each charged with possession of methamphetamine, heroin, clonazepam and drug paraphernalia. Constant was also booked on the warrant for distribution of methamphetamine and additionally charged with possession of Suboxone. Rodrigue was booked on a warrant for contempt of court. Gros is additionally being held for Louisiana Probation and Parole due to a probation violation.
Citizens are reminded that they can report any drug-related or suspicious activity. Information can be reported directly to the Narcotics Section commander, Lieutenant Adam Dufrene, at (985) 532-4365 or adam-dufrene@lpso.net. Information can also be reported anonymously through Bayou Region Crime Stoppers at 1-800-743-7433, at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or via the Bayou Tips mobile app.
Sheriff Webre Announces Details on 2025 Property Tax Title Sale
Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a tax title sale on July 16, 2025, at 8 A.M., and it will conclude at noon on July 17, 2025, or earlier if all properties are sold. By hosting the sale online, bidders who would not normally be able to attend the auction in person are still able to participate.
This sale is open to the general public. Online registration is available until noon on July 7, 2025, through our website at LPSO.net/TaxSale. A list of available properties will be available beginning on June 26, 2025. Bidders are encouraged to participate online from the comfort and privacy of their own computer.
A tax title sale is the sale of properties that have delinquent taxes due. The tax titles for these properties are sold to the public for the amount of the delinquent taxes due, plus any accrued interest, penalties, costs, and other statutory impositions. The tax title sale is a “low bid wins” style auction in which the property is sold to the purchaser willing to bid on the least percent ownership interest in the property. All taxes and fees are the responsibility of the bidder, regardless of the percentage of ownership that is being bid on. Payment for all bids placed will be debited from the account provided when entering the auction. Those funds will be debited on or about July 17 after the close of the auction. Upon registering, you will have access to videos and the phone number of the auction house to ensure that you are informed of all procedures. Payment must be made in full, and all sales are final. Failure to have funds available or false bids will result in you and or your firm being unable to participate in future Lafourche Parish Tax Sales, and penalties will be assessed. The Lafourche Parish penalty fee is all costs of the tax sale, plus an additional $50 if anyone defaults on their property purchase. This amounts to up to $500 in penalties.
To avoid having property sold at tax sale, property owners must pay property taxes by 11:59 P.M. on July 14, 2025. Bills not paid in full by that time will result in the property being sold at the tax sale. Payments can be made in person at the LPSO Administration Office (200 Canal Boulevard, Thibodaux), the Criminal Operations Center (805 Crescent Ave, Lockport), or the South Lafourche Substation (102 West 91st Street, Cut Off). Only cash, certified check, or money order will be accepted.
For additional information, property owners can call the Thibodaux office at (985) 449-4430, the Cut Off office at (985) 632-5843 or the Lockport Office at (985) 532-2255.
This auction and all future tax sales can be viewed online at LPSO.net/TaxSale. Using the convenient search options, bidders can set the parameters for any property that falls within their interests and budget.
Anonymous Tip Leads to Cut Off Couple Being Charged in Narcotics Investigation
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Cut Off couple has been charged as result of a narcotics investigation stemming from an anonymous tip. Trent Sanamo, 47, of Cut Off faces multiple drug charges. His wife, Chasity Sanamo, 44, of Cut Off has also been charged.
The investigation began after narcotics agents received a tip from Bayou Region Crime Stoppers in November 2024. As a result of the investigation, agents were able to obtain an arrest warrant for Trent Sanamo for meth distribution and a search warrant for his residence.
On June 2, 2025, agents located the Sanamos traveling in the Cut Off area and conducted a traffic stop. Trent Sanamo was arrested on the active warrant. In his possession, agents found methamphetamine, clonazepam, and drug paraphernalia. His wife was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia.
Trent Sanamo was booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux on the warrant for distribution of methamphetamine. He was also charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, possession of clonazepam and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail is set at $57,000. Meanwhile, Chasity Sanamo was issued a criminal summons for possession of drug paraphernalia.
This investigation is continuing.
Citizens are reminded that they can report any drug-related or suspicious activity. Information can be reported directly to the Narcotics Section commander, Lieutenant Adam Dufrene, at (985) 532-4365 or adam-dufrene@lpso.net. Information can also be reported anonymously through Bayou Region Crime Stoppers at 1-800-743-7433, at CrimeStoppersBR.org, or via the Bayou Tips mobile app.
