Cops

Shootings on VPHS Homecoming Night

Chief A. Perry Thomas reports that on Friday, October 18, 2024, a call of shots fired was made during the Ville Platte High School football game. Arrested was Lawrence Pitre (21), and a handgun was seized. Also arrested was a juvenile (16) for illegal possession of a firearm.

PPPD responds to stolen golf cart

On October 21, 2024 Pine Prairie Police received a complaint of a stolen golf cart from the 1600 Block of Pine Street. Assistant Chief Shane Guillory took the initial report and contacted Detective Joshua Uhlman about the matter.

Several are arrested after narcotics investigation

After a lengthy narcotics investigation within the City of Ville Platte, a narcotic search warrant was executed on October 15 by the Evangeline Parish narcotic agents Narcotics Agents, Allen Parish Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. Team, and uniform patrol deputies with the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s...

EPSO Arrests

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

VPPD Arrests

The Ville Platte Police Department reported the following recent bookings into the city jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Arrested were the following persons: • Michael James Jack, 44, was arrested October 7, 2024, for operating while intoxicated.

Canceled Silver Alert: Missing Turkey Creek Man Found

The Silver Alert for Melvin Johnston has been canceled. He has been located and is safe. Please refer all inquiries about this case to the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Silver Alert: Assistance Needed Locating Missing Turkey Creek Man

Evangeline Parish – Louisiana State Police has issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office for 74-year-old Melvin Johnston.

State help is sought for VP crime

VILLE PLATTE – In response to the alarming rise in crime in Ville Platte, Senator Heather Cloud and Representative Rhonda Butler have stepped up their efforts to bring about meaningful solutions for the safety and security of the community.

Mamou resident is victim of murder/ suicide

Deputies with the Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office continue their investigation into a Saturday evening shooting, which left two people dead. Deputies were dispatched just after 7 p.m., on October 12, to La. Highway 367 (White Oak Highway).

EPSO Arrests

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.