Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office

Man Sought for Stealing from a Donation Box at a Raceland Church

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man who stole money from a donation box at a Raceland church.

On Thursday, January 24, deputies responded to St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Raceland in reference to a burglary. Deputies learned an unknown male subject had walked into the church, forced open a donation box, and taken money from inside. The suspect had also stolen a component of one of the security cameras. The cameras captured images of the suspect at around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, January 23. The suspect appears to be a white male dressed in a red shirt with white shoes and shorts with an American flag print.

Anyone who can identify the suspect 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.

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Inmates Moved to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex

LPCC — Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the new Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex is now operating after inmates were moved from the Lafourche Parish Detention Center on January 18, 2019. Over 240 inmates were moved in the span of two hours with no incidents to report.

Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex staff and inmates are adapting to the new operation of a “direct supervision” facility. For inmates who require a higher level of security, there are standard two-person cells in the Special Housing Unit of the complex.

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has also begun returning inmates to Lafourche Parish who have been housed in Catahoula Parish. This transition will continue this week until all Lafourche Parish inmates are returned to the parish and housed at the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex.

“A new era of corrections has begun in Lafourche Parish,” said Sheriff Webre. “The Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex not only provides increased security for our employees and inmates, but it affords us an incredible opportunity to rehabilitate offenders before they are released back into society. I thank each individual who had a hand in planning this project and seeing it to this point. I especially thank the voters who recognized the need for this new facility. We have not taken this responsibility lightly.”

The Lafourche Parish Detention Center will be closed and all access turned over to Lafourche Parish Government. Parish officials have said there are no definitive plans yet for the Detention Center.

Teen Attempts to Flee Traffic Stop with Loaded Gun and Marijuana

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a 15-year-old male has been charged following an incident in Larose last week. The juvenile was found to have a loaded handgun and drugs in his possession during a traffic stop.

Just before 7 p.m. on January 17, 2019, narcotics agents conducted a traffic stop on a car with no license plate in the 13300 block of East Main Street in Larose. Agents made contact with the driver who had an expired temporary tag for the vehicle, and she claimed she was still waiting on the license plate from the dealer. Agents issued a warning to her for the violation.

During the stop, agents detected the odor of marijuana coming from the front seat passenger, a 15-year-old male from Galliano. As agents conducted a pat-down of the juvenile, he began to reach for his waistband. Agents stopped him, but he was able to turn away, and he began to flee on foot. As agents pursued, the juvenile again reached for his waistband. At that moment, an agent deployed a Taser, and the juvenile fell to the ground. As he did, a handgun dropped from his waistband. The juvenile continued to resist, but he was taken into custody.

Agents noticed the serial numbers on the handgun had been obliterated. It was found to be loaded with a round in the chamber. During a search, the juvenile was found to have approximately 8 grams of suspected marijuana in his possession and over $400 in cash. No other contraband was found inside the vehicle. The male teen was transported to the Lafourche Parish Juvenile Justice Facility in Thibodaux. He was charged with Resisting an Officer with Force or Violence, Illegal Possession of a Firearm by a Juvenile, Possession of a Firearm with an Obliterated Mark, and Possession of Marijuana.

MISSING TEEN: Logan Molliere

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre is asking for the public’s help in locating 14-year-old Logan Molliere of St. Ann Street in Raceland. He was last seen at his residence at around 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 19. Logan is described as 5’8” tall, weighing approximately 100 pounds with brown hair. He was last seen wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt with “Gas Monkey” on it, dark khaki pants, and white and orange shoes. Anyone with information on Logan’s whereabouts is asked to call the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office at (985) 532-2808, or simply call 9-1-1.

UPDATE: Body Found on Wednesday Identified as Des Allemands Man

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a body found in a canal in the Des Allemands area on Wednesday has been identified. Perry Barrios, 50, of Des Allemands was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary results of the investigation show his death was accidental and due to drowning.

Just after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, January 16, deputies responded to Cypress Drive, just off U.S. Highway 90 in Des Allemands, in reference to a body found floating in a nearby canal. Investigators retrieved the remains and identified the man as Perry Barrios. The investigation into Barrios’ death has revealed no evidence of foul play.

An autopsy was conducted by the Lafourche Parish Coroner’s Office on Thursday, January 17. The preliminary report indicated Barrios died due to drowning.

Body Found in Des Allemands Area

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced detectives are investigating the death of a man whose body was found in a canal in the Des Allemands area on Wednesday. The man’s body was found in a canal just off U.S. 90, approximately one mile from the overpass crossing Bayou Des Allemands.

Foul play is not suspected at this time. We will provide more information as it can be made available.

Lafourche Parish School Threats Found to Not Be Credible

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre and Lafourche Parish Schools Superintendent Dr. Louis Voiron Jr. reported several school threats have been investigated, and at this time, none have found to be credible. Detectives began investigating threats Tuesday evening, and the investigations continued into Wednesday.

On the evening of Tuesday, January 15, rumors began swirling on social media about a possible threat of a shooting at Bayou Blue Middle School. Through investigation, detectives found that a student had reportedly made a drawing that included an object which could have been perceived as a gun. Ultimately, the report was investigated, and no credible threat was found. Out of an abundance of caution, additional security measures were in place Wednesday morning.

Then on Wednesday, January 16, deputies received reports of rumored threats of possible shootings at several Lafourche Parish schools. Upon further investigation, investigators found these threats were similar to an incident in Terrebonne Parish in which a Houma Junior High School student was arrested Wednesday morning. Similar messages began circulating with only the name of the school changing on each. At this time, no threats involving Lafourche Parish schools have been deemed credible.

Sheriff Webre said that while these threats are alarming, he is not surprised to see a rash of threats following Sunday’s arrest of a Thibodaux High School student. Cameron Boudreaux, 18, was arrested for allegedly making direct threats to students that he would kill them by bringing a gun to school.

“In the past, upon making an arrest involving a school threat, we tended to see ‘copycat’ incidents over the next few days or weeks,” said Sheriff Webre. “I want to assure the community that we are working with the Lafourche Parish School District to ensure the safety of the students and faculty. Every threat is considered credible until proven otherwise, and we will fully investigate any and all threats that arise.”

Investigators are also aware of “Facebook challenges” which encourage students to make threats of school violence or run away from home. Sheriff Webre warns these “challenges” have serious consequences.

“This is not a game,” said Sheriff Webre. “Making a threat of this nature will result can result in an arrest and criminal charges that will follow you for the rest of your life. There is no level of anonymity that can protect you. For years, we have worked closely with social media outlets to identify those responsible, and we will continue to do so.”

Sheriff Webre said additional deputies or investigators may be seen at Lafourche Parish schools over the next several days, but he stresses that it is simply out of an abundance of caution for the safety of students and faculty.

Lafourche Parish Schools Superintendent, Dr. Louis Voiron stated, “District and school level administrators have been working with LPSO throughout these incidents and continue to do so. Any threats of violence will be taken seriously and proper action taken accordingly. We encourage parents and guardians to have a conversation with their children regarding the seriousness of making threatening statements of any form either on or off campus. We also ask that you discuss the importance of reporting anything heard or seen in social media to a school or law enforcement official immediately.”

Raceland Man Sought for Attempted Murder in Sunday Shooting

UPDATE: Daniodran Gabriel has turned himself in.

Original release:

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Raceland man is being sought following a shooting early Sunday morning. Daniodran Gabriel, 24, is wanted for attempted murder in the incident.

At around 2 a.m. on Sunday, January 13, deputies responded to a call of a shooting on Ayo Street in Raceland. Deputies learned a man in his 30s had been shot in the leg. The victim was transported to University Medical Center in New Orleans for treatment.

Through investigation, detectives developed Gabriel as a suspect in the shooting. Detectives learned Gabriel and the victim were engaged in an argument when Gabriel allegedly pulled out a gun and fired a round, striking the victim in his left knee.

Detectives have obtained a warrant for Gabriel’s arrest on the charge of Attempted Second Degree Murder. He is described as a black male, approximately 6’2” tall and weighing approximately 140 pounds. His last known address was on St. Louis Street in Raceland.

Anyone with information on Gabriel’s whereabouts 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.

Thibodaux High Student Arrested for Threatening Other Students

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a Thibodaux High School student has been arrested after allegedly threatening some students stating he would bring a gun to school. Cameron Boudreaux (D.O.B. 1/14/2001) of Thibodaux is charged with Cyberstalking in the incident.

Just before 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, January 13, deputies responded to a harassment complaint. Through investigation, deputies learned several students, boys and girls, had been receiving messages from Boudreaux over social media. Deputies learned that Boudreaux allegedly threatened to kill some of the students during the course of the messaging. He also stated he would bring a gun to school to kill them.

Deputies made contact with Boudreaux Sunday morning, and he was placed under arrest. He was booked into the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux. He is charged with Cyberstalking. His bond is set at $10,000.

This case remains under investigation.

Lafourche Parish Schools Superintendent Dr. Voiron Jr. stated that the Lafourche Parish Public Schools take seriously all threats of violence and will take necessary disciplinary actions related to this alleged offense. An investigation will be underway as the student is incarcerated, and he will not be allowed on any school grounds if posts bond. Out of an abundance of caution, Thibodaux High School officials said extra security measures will be in place beginning Monday morning.

Four Arrested after Narcotics Agents Find Drugs at Bayou Blue Home

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced four people were arrested after narcotics agents conducted a search at a Bayou Blue residence. Agents arrested William Ammons, 64, and Melissa Belanger, 57, as well as Eric Henn, 45, and Sacha Benoit, 40. All four are from Bayou Blue.

As part of an ongoing investigation, narcotics agents executed a search warrant at 179 Louise Lane in Bayou Blue. Upon arrival, agents encountered the four suspects and they were detained. During a search of the residence, agents located various suspected narcotics including methamphetamine, heroin, marijuana, Xanax, Klonopin, and Suboxone. Agents also located various drug paraphernalia including digital scales, baggies, syringes, and a smoking pipe.

After determining ownership of the items, all four subjects were arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux. Ammons was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, as well as Possession of Xanax, Klonopin, and Drug Paraphernalia. Ammons’ bond is set at $30,500. Belanger was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, Marijuana, Suboxone, and Drug Paraphernalia, and her bond is set at $21,000. Henn was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Heroin, and his bond is set at $20,500. Benoit was charged with Possession of Heroin, Marijuana, and Drug Paraphernalia, and she was also booked with outstanding warrants for Distribution of Heroin, Distribution of Methamphetamine, and Illegal Possession of Stolen Things. Benoit’s bond is set at $61,000.