Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:12 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:12:52 GMT
A 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with second degree murder after his 5-year-old sister died Sunday. Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Detectives say the boy admitted to practicing "WWE" moves on theMore >>
A 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with second degree murder after his 5-year-old sister died Sunday. Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Detectives say the boy admitted to practicing "WWE" moves on the girl, even after she told him that she was in pain.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:10 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:10:44 GMT
WWL-TV reports there has been a possible explosion in Washington Parish early Tuesday morning. The station stated on its website officials are on their way to the town of Isabel to investigate. According toMore >>
There was a gas line explosion early Tuesday morning, according to Washington Parish Sheriff Randy Seal. The gas fire is out, but trees in the area are still burning. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:36:47 GMT
Louisiana State Police reports I-10 East is closed at Whiskey Bay on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge due to multiple crashes. Traffic on I-10 East is being diverted onto I-49 North.Drivers trying to get toMore >>
Louisiana State Police said I-10 East was closed for a while Tuesday morning due to multiple crashes near Whiskey Bay on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:18 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:18:50 GMT
A man accused of stealing air conditioners was arrested on theft and drug charges Monday. Johnny Williams Jr., 34, of Hammond, faces charges of felony theft and possession of marijuana. The Tangipahoa ParishMore >>
A man accused of stealing air conditioners was arrested on theft and drug charges Monday. Witnesses said they saw him take the units. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:37:41 GMT
Sheriff's deputies are asking for the public's help in finding a suspected rapist. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office reported Justo Venegas, 31, is wanted on a charge of forcible rape. Chief DeputyMore >>
Sheriff's deputies are asking for the public's help in finding a suspected rapist. He is wanted for forcible rape involving a girl. More >>
(Toledo News Now) -
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says it saw a 3 percent increase in drunk driving arrests in 2012 compared to 2011. The reason: More drunks are being pulled over by troopers.
The Patrol's Toledo Post is emphasizing catching drunks. More checkpoints are being set up. Grants also help law enforcement agencies put more officers on the roadway through programs like Circle Toledo.
"We're focused on removing impaired drivers off the roadway. We have moved troopers around to be out during peak OVI hours. We're getting people out there where impaired drivers are," said Lt. William Bowers.
There is some grim news. Last year saw a 14 percent increase in alcohol-related crashes. A total of 431 people were killed and 7,000 injured.
Troopers are focusing on areas where the drunk driver will be found.
"We contact our statistical analysis unit in Columbus and they will tell us where the impaired driver crashes are happening. Then we can direct our troopers to work in that area," said Bowers.
In the meantime, troopers remind everyone that if they drink, don't drive, get a designated driver.
If you see a suspected drunk driver, you can help cut down the crashes by calling 911 or *677.
