Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct a seat belt checkpoint in Lafourche Parish during the daytime hours of September 18, 2019. 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.
Agents Arrest Thibodaux Man after Finding Variety of Narcotics at His Home
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of a Thibodaux man after narcotics agents found a variety of drugs at his home. Terrence Young, 39, of Thibodaux faces multiple drug offenses.
Through an ongoing investigation, narcotics agents obtained a search warrant for Terrence Young’s home located on LA Highway 1 in Thibodaux. On September 11, 2019, agents arrived at Young’s residence to conduct the search. They immediately made contact with Young upon their arrival. During the search, agents located over 65 grams of suspected methamphetamine, over four grams of heroin, and a variety of pills including hydrocodone, oxycodone, and Promethazine (a drug available only by prescription). Additionally, they located a small amount of marijuana, $594 in cash, and various items of drug paraphernalia commonly associated with the illegal sale of narcotics.
Young was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. He is charged with Possession with the Intent to Distribute Heroin, Hydrocodone, Methamphetamine, and Oxycodone, as well as Possession of Marijuana (3rd and Subsequent Offenses), Possession of a Legend Drug, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bail is set at $42,500.
UPDATE: Arrest Made in December 2018 Death of Larose Woman
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Thibodaux man has been charged with murder in the December 2018 death of a Larose woman. Kyron Bourda, 30, has been charged with Second Degree Murder in the death of 44-year-old Rani Pinel.
On December 22, 2018, Pinel’s family reported her missing. She was last seen on the afternoon of December 17, 2018, and she told her father she had traveled to Texas for a funeral. Through investigation, detectives located Pinel’s father’s truck in a sugar cane field a few hundred feet from Lasseigne Road. Pinel’s body was found inside the truck, and she had suffered severe trauma to her body.
Through investigation, detectives developed Kyron Bourda as a suspect in Pinel’s death. Bourda had been arrested for an unrelated matter a few days after the murder – on December 27, 2018 – and charged with violating parole. He was later transferred to a Louisiana Department of Corrections facility to serve time for the parole violation. On September 12, 2019, Bourda was transferred back to Lafourche Parish where he was booked on the warrant for Second Degree Murder. He is being held without bail.
Detectives Investigating Armed Robbery at a Larose Business
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced detectives are investigating an armed robbery which occurred at a Larose business early Wednesday morning.
Just before 6 a.m. on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, deputies responded to a report of an armed robbery at Southern Bait, located at 13928 West Main Street in Larose. Deputies learned an unknown white man wearing a black mask, black t-shirt, and blue jeans had approached an employee holding a pistol. Holding the employee at gunpoint, he stole cash and left the business. Deputies patrolled the nearby area but could not locate any suspects. Detectives responded to collect any possible evidence at the scene.
As this investigation continues, detectives are asking for the public’s help in solving this crime. Anyone with any knowledge of this crime is asked to submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1-800-743-7433 or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org. Tips can also be submitted using the P3 Tips app on your mobile device. Tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.
DWI Checkpoint Slated for Friday, September 13, 2019
Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct a DWI checkpoint on September 13, 2019, in Lafourche Parish. The DWI checkpoint will begin on Friday, September 13, and continue into the early morning hours of Saturday, September 14. During the checkpoint, deputies will be looking for drivers who are possibly impaired while checking for other traffic safety issues. These checkpoints are designed to help raise awareness for these types of violations and make the highways of the parish safer for all motorists.
Lockport Man Dies in Utility Vehicle Crash
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre reported Brian Terrebonne, 61, of Lockport died as a result of a utility vehicle crash in Lockport on September 10, 2019.
At around 8:55 p.m. on Tuesday, LPSO deputies and EMTs with Acadian Ambulance responded to a utility vehicle crash near Bollinger Road in Lockport. Through investigation, deputies learned Alvin Terrebonne, 80, of Lockport was operating a Kubota utility vehicle with his son, Brian Terrebonne, as the passenger when the vehicle crashed into a ditch. Brian Terrebonne was ejected from the vehicle, and the vehicle came to rest on top of him.
Brian Terrebonne was pronounced dead at the scene. Alvin Terrebonne suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Alcohol use is not suspected to be a factor in the crash. The crash remains under investigation.
Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop C and members of the Lockport Volunteer Fire Department and Vacherie-Gheens Volunteer Fire Company responded to the scene to assist.
Raceland Man Facing Charges Including Sexual Battery and Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of a Raceland man for forcing a child to touch him inappropriately. Stephen Lirette, 32, faces multiple charges in the incident.
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office recently opened an investigation into Lirette after receiving a complaint. Through investigation, detectives learned Lirette forced a child under the age of 13 to touch him inappropriately. When the child began to cry, Lirette reportedly slapped the child in the face.
Following an investigation, Lirette was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. He was charged with Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile, Sexual Battery, and Simple Battery. His bail has not yet been set.
Due to the nature of the allegations, no further details will be released on this incident.
Two Free Hunter Education Field Days Slated for September
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host two FREE Hunter Education Field Days in September for anyone age 10 or older who has completed the home study course.
The first Field Day will take place on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the LPSO Shooting Range located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland. Click here to register for this course.
The second Field Day will take place on Saturday, September 28, 2019 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the LPSO Shooting Range. Click here to register for this course.
As an alternative to the traditional two-day classroom course, a Home Study Course is available online through the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website. Those who complete the home study course MUST take their completion voucher to a “Field Day” to complete their hunter education. Entry to the Field Day will be denied unless the completed forms are presented. There will be a written test required to complete the Field Day. Class size is limited. Advance registration is required.
Firearms and ammunition should NOT be brought to this course, but snacks are permitted. For more information, or for assistance with online registration, call the LPSO Training Academy at (985) 387-4480 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or email Lieutenant Nolan Smith at nolan-smith@lpso.net.
*Anyone born after September 1, 1969, who wishes to obtain a hunting license in Louisiana, must successfully complete a hunter education course. Exceptions may be granted by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries for active or veteran members of the United States armed services, for any P.O.S.T.-certified law enforcement officer, or for persons who are under the direct supervision of a person 18-years or older who is already licensed and has taken the approved course. Exceptions must be applied for and approved by Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
Rape Aggression Defense Course Slated for Thibodaux in October
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course on October 7, 8, and 9, 2019, at the LPSO Law Enforcement Complex, located at 1300 Lynn Street in Thibodaux.
This self-defense course is designed exclusively for women and will take place over the course of all three days. The class will begin at 6 p.m. and end around 9 p.m. each day. Participants must attend all three days. Course instruction will be provided by certified R.A.D. instructors from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.
The cost of the course is $10 to cover the cost of course materials and is non-refundable. Class size is limited, and advance registration is required. You can register and pay for the course online at www.LPSO.net/classes. The deadline to register for the class is Friday, October 4, 2019, at 11 a.m.
For more information, please contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net.
Man Arrested for Arson and Burglary of a Boat in Larose
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Larose man has been charged for the burglary and arson of a boat in the South Lafourche area last month. Richard Willyard, 37, was arrested on September 5, 2019.
On the night of August 20, 2019, a fire was reported at a boat repair business in Larose. A boat on a dry dock at the business had caught fire. Firefighters from Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 responded and extinguished the fire, but the boat sustained significant damage. The Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office also responded to investigate into the early morning hours of the following day. It was determined the fire was likely started by arson.
During the investigation, deputies learned the boat had been burglarized after learning that several items were found to be missing from the boat. Nearby surveillance cameras captured images of a man riding a bicycle who appeared to enter the boat and take several items around the time the fire started. From the video and further investigation, detectives developed Richard Willyard as a suspect in the crime.
On Thursday, September 5, LPSO detectives and the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office contacted Willyard at his residence, and he was placed under arrest. Detectives also located a bicycle in his yard matching the one from the video. Willyard was booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. He is charged with Simple Arson and Simple Burglary. His bail is set at $40,000.
