Public Safety

Police Department Christmas cheer

The Eunice Police Department collected toys and food for five families to be distributed on Friday. The toys and food came form employees, the public, St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and the fire department.

Did you know? Tips to help keep your holidays, vacations safe

As the holidays and vacations days approach, I would like to remind you of some key safety tips. Always be aware of your surroundings — look and see who is looking at you or is near you.

Troopers urge safe travel, personal responsibility during holiday travels

Louisiana State Police issued a news release Thursday with guidelines for motorists. By understanding and following the safety guidelines below, motorists can greatly reduce their chances of being involved in a serious injury or fatality crash.

Eunice Police arrests

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. Dec. 21 David Mayne, 20, 1800 block of West Dudley Street, Eunice. Probation violation and introduction of contraband in a penal facility. Deion Madison, 22, 200 block of Bayou Drive, Alexandria. Battery of a dating partner and false imprisonment.

EPSO arrest two; confiscates 430 grams of meth

On Monday, the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported a drug bust that occurred on December 11, 2017, where 430 grams of Methamphetamine were confiscated and Christopher Bolfa and James T. Wall, Jr. were arrested.

Chief reopens old murder cases

New Police Chief Richard “Ricky” Martin has begun a renewed effort to solve three cold murder cases, including one going back to 2014.

Jalen Levine arrested in connection to shooting death of teenager in Abbeville

On the night of Dec. 19 at approximately 7:31 p.m., the Abbeville Police Department responded to a shooting in the area of Kibbe and Vernon Streets. Upon the officers’ arrival, they observed a young male (14) suffering from gunshot wounds.

Crime Stoppers offers anti-crime tips

St. Landry Crime Stoppers’ mission is to help solve and prevent crimes and is achieved by providing citizens with the tools they need to protect their neighborhoods, schools and families.

Eunice Police dispatch radio logs

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Dec. 20 05:10 Someone sleeping in silver Chevrolet two-door in the parking lot of DC’s. 05:44 Three of four barricades knocked over at Bobcat and Maple. 08:52 Theft in the 500 block of Ida.

Eunice Police arrest

The following is an arrest by Eunice Police. Dec. 20 Angel Gaspard, 41, 100 block of Julia Street, Eunice. Probation violation.