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MCPD Arrest Report 07/25/2017

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour reporting period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 50 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/24/2017:

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Jalen D. Allen, 24 years of age, address: Federal Ave. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 10:27 a.m.

Charges:  Warrant: Conspiracy to Distribution of Marijuana
                  Warrant: Conspiracy to Possession of Marijuana
                  Warrant: Conspiracy to Introduce Contraband into a Penal Facility
                  Warrant: Violation of Uniform CDS Law (Drug-Free Zone)
                  Warrant: Forgery
                  Warrant: Bank Fraud

Jalen D. Allen was located and arrested at the Lafayette Parish Detention Center on active arrest warrants held by the Morgan City Police. The warrants stem from two separate investigations. The first warrants are in connection to an investigation conducted by the Morgan City Police Department Detectives Division that began June 4, 2017, in regards to an attempted introduction of contraband into a penal facility. During that investigation suspected marijuana and tobacco were recovered and Allen was identified as a suspect. Evidence was uncovered linking Allen and warrants were prepared for his arrest. The area where this incident had taken place was within a Drug-Free Zone.  Allen is the fourth arrest in this investigation. The second warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on June 23, 2017, in regards to a forgery. According to reports, Allen was identified in this investigation and allegedly cashed a check belonging to a local company that was allegedly stolen. Evidence was uncovered linking Allen to this crime and warrants were prepared for his arrest. Allen was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Asia Piggot, 21 years of age, address: Carol Rd. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 12:15 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace
                 Warrant: Possession of Marijuana

Patrol officers responded to a local business in the area of Seventh St. in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived and according to reports, Asia Piggot was identified as a suspect in the disturbance. Warrants check revealed that Piggot held an active warrant for her arrest through the Morgan City Police. The warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers in January of 2015 when officers responded to the area of Sixth St. in regards to a vehicle crash. During the investigation, Piggot was identified as the operator of the vehicle. Suspected marijuana was located and seized pending further investigation. Evidence was uncovered linking Piggot to the suspected marijuana. Warrants were prepared for Piggot’s arrest. Piggot was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Manuel L. Arnouville, 45 years of age, address: Bayou Black Dr. Gibson, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 2:08 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace Intoxicated
                 Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Probation Fee on 08/07/2012

Patrol officers responded to the area of Victor II Blvd in regards to a suspicious subject. Officers arrived and according to reports, Manuel L. Arnouville was identified as a suspect in question. Reports indicate that Arnouville was found to be in an intoxicated state. Warrants check revealed that Arnouville held an active arrest warrant through the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Arnouville was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Timothy Collier, 18 years of age, address: Honey Ln. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 2:32 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Simple Assault
                 Warrant: Telephone Harassment

Timothy Collier was located and arrested in the area of LA 182 on active arrest warrants held by the Morgan City Police. The warrants stem from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on July 14, 2017, when officers responded to a local hotel in the area of LA 182 due to a complaint of telephone harassment. According to reports, officers arrived and Collier was identified as a suspect. Reports indicate that Collier began threatening the victim via text message. Warrants were prepared for Collier’s arrest. Collier was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Raul O. Nevarez, 54 years of age, address: Mallard St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 4:52 p.m.

Charges: Obscenity

Patrol officers responded to the area of Brashear Ave. and Front St. in regards to a male subject exposing himself. According to reports, officers arrived and Raul O. Nevarez was identified as a suspect. Reports indicate that a witness observed Nevarez expose himself in the presence of patrons which included children in the area. Nevarez was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Abel K. Garza Jr., 27 years of age, address: Carmen St. Patterson, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 9:39 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. for Revocation on 03/15/2013
                 Disregard of Traffic Control
                 No Driver’s License

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of Second St. that disregarded a stop sign. A stop was initiated and Abel K. Garza Jr. was identified as the operator of the vehicle. Garza Jr. did not possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License. A warrant check revealed that Garza held an active warrant for his arrest through the 16th Judicial Court. Garza was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Mandi Hatfield, 30 years of age, address: Florence St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 11:41 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. for Trial on 06/28/2017

Mandi Hatfield was located and arrested in the area of LA 70 on active arrest warrants held by the 16th Judicial Court. Hatfield was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Miguel Amador, 41 years of age, address: Bowman St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 11:41 p.m.

Charges: Driving under Suspension
                 Improper Turning

Patrol officers observed a vehicle negotiate an improper turn in the area of LA 70. A stop was initiated and Miguel Amador was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, Amador’s Louisiana Driver’s License was under suspension. Amador was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated. 
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MCPD Arrest Report 07/21/2017

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour reporting period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 34 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/20/2017:

Jeric J. Bias, 41 years of age, address: Arkansas St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/20/2017 @ 8:07 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace

Patrol officers responded to the area of Arkansas St. in regards to a disturbance. According to reports, officers arrived and Jeric J. Bias was identified as a suspect. Bias allegedly caused a disturbance while at the residence. Bias was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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MCPD Arrest Report 07/19/2017

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour reporting period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 33 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/18/2017:

Brandon Gaudet, 27 years of age, address: Hwy 317 Centerville, La., arrested on 07/18/2017 @ 9:32 a.m.

Charge: Possession of Marijuana
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Patrols officers responded to a local hotel in the area of LA 182 in regards to a narcotics complaint. According to reports, officers arrived and Brandon Gaudet was identified as a suspect. Gaudet was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Gaudet was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Anna Sauseda, 34 years of age, address: Clements St. Patterson, La., arrested on  07/18/2017 @ 2:45 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Failure to Abide by Bond Conditions
                 Warrant: Probation Violation

Anna Sauseda was located and arrested at the City Court on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Sauseda was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Ricky D. Pillaro, 61 years of age, address: LA 182 Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/18/2017 @ 3:15 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Contempt of Court

Ricky D. Pillaro was located and arrested at the City Court on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Pillaro was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated. 
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MCPD Arrest Report 07/24/2017

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 72-hour reporting period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 101 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/21/2017:

Jeric J. Bias, 41 years of age, address: Arkansas St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/21/2017 @ 8:38 a.m.

Charges: Simple Battery

Correctional Officers with the Morgan City Jail responded to the cell block in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived and Jeric J. Bias was identified as a suspect involved in the disturbance. According to reports, it was learned that Bias had struck another inmate during the altercation. Bias was arrested and booked into the Morgan City Jail where he was incarcerated.

Jonathan Louis Davila-Campuzano, 30 years of age, address: Grand Caillou Rd. Houma, La., arrested on 07/21/2017 @ 9:32 a.m.

Charges: Improper Equipment
                 Registration Required
                 No Driver’s License

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of US 90 with improper equipment. A stop was initiated and Jonathan Louis Davila-Campuzano was identified as the operator of the vehicle. During the investigation, it was learned that the vehicle that Davila-Campuzano was operating did not have up to date registration and he did not possess a valid driver’s license. Davila-Campuzano was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Tara L. Harford, 34 years of age, address: Fourth St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/21/2017 @ 4:01 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Violation of Uniform CDS Law (Drug-Free Zone)

Patrol officers responded to a residence in the area of Fourth St. in regards to a complaint of narcotic activity. Officers arrived at the residence and Tara L. Harford was identified as a suspect. According to reports, Harford was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The area where the residence was located was within a Drug –Free Zone. Harford was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Michael W. Forristal, 45 years of age, address: Honey Ln. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/21/2017 @ 5:32 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace Intoxicated

Patrol officers responded to a local business in the area of Brashear Ave. in regards to a subject who was non-responsive. According to reports, officers arrived and Michael W. Forristal was located sleeping at a table. Officers were able to wake Forristal and he was found to be in an intoxicated state. Forristal was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Shanita Evans, 39 years of age, address: Oak St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/21/2017 @ 7:30 p.m.

Charges: Serving time for City Court
                 Introduction of Contraband into a Penal Facility

Shanita Evans arrived at the Morgan City Jail to serve time as ordered by the Morgan City Court. According to reports, during the process of booking Evans was found to be in possession of tobacco and sleep aid medicine hidden on her person. Evans was arrested and booked into the Morgan City Jail where she was incarcerated.

Chaz M. Rebardi, 22 years of age, address: Mill Rd. Patterson, La., arrested on 07/21/2017 @ 11:30 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. for Arraignment on 05/10/2017 (2 counts)

Chaz M. Rebardi was located and arrested in the area of LA 182 on active arrest warrants held by the 16th Judicial Court. Rebardi was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Jason J. Connolly, 27 years of age, address: Sawmill Rd. Harahan, La., arrested on 07/22/2017 @ 5:25 p.m.

Charges: Possession of SCH II CDS (Cocaine)
                 Possession of Marijuana
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Following too close to vehicles
                 Improper Lane Usage

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of US 90 in an erratic manner switching from lane to lane and following other vehicle too close. The vehicle was also observed crossing the outer line on US 90. A stop was initiated and Jason J. Connolly was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, during the encounter with officers Connolly began acting in a suspicious manner and became very nervous. Connolly denied consent to search the vehicle at which time the Morgan City Police Department K-9 Division responded to assist. Once the K-9 Division arrived K-9 Lady was deployed to conduct a free air sniff of the vehicle. K-9 Lady showed odor response to the presence of illegal narcotics in the vehicle. During a search of the vehicle officers located suspected cocaine, suspected marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Connolly was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Dearius D. Kenner, 29 years of age, address: Grace St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/23/2017 @ 4:36 p.m.

Charges: Driving under Suspension
                 Switched License Plate
                 Registration Required
                 Warrant: F.T.A. for Trial on 03/30/2017
                 Warrant: Simple Battery
                 Warrant: Simple Criminal Damage to Property
                 Warrant: Simple Assault

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of Ditch Avenue and the operator was known to the officer as Dearius D. Kenner. The officer had knowledge that Kenner held active warrants for his arrest. A stop was initiated on the vehicle and the vehicle that Kenner was operating had a license plate that belong to another and Kenner’s Louisiana Driver’s License was under suspension. Warrant checks revealed that Kenner held warrants through the 6th Ward Morgan City Court and the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office. Kenner was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Toya C. Gray, 37 years of age, address: Cypremort Rd. Franklin, La., arrested on 07/23/2017 @ 9:25 p.m.

Charges: Driving while Intoxicated 1st Offense
                  Improper Turning
                  Improper Lane Usage
                  Open Container in a Motor Vehicle

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of Federal Ave. negotiate an improper turn onto Brashear Ave. While traveling on Brashear Ave. the vehicle was observed swerving from lane to lane crossing the center line. A stop was initiated and Toya C. Gray was identified as the operator the vehicle. According to reports, Gray was found to be in an intoxicated state. Officers also located open alcoholic beverages in the vehicle. Gray performed poorly on Standardized Field Sobriety Test at which time she was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail for Chemical Testing. Once at the Morgan City Jail Gray submitted to Chemical Test which resulted in .114g% blood alcohol content. Gray was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

William C. Richards, 26 years of age, address: S.W. County Rd Lake City, FL, arrested on 07/24/2017 @ 2:42 a.m.

Charges: Driving while Intoxicated 1st Offense

Patrol officers responded to a local business in the area of LA 182 in regards to a disturbance. Prior to officers arriving the suspects left the area in a vehicle. A description of that vehicle was obtained and it was located a short time later in the area of LA 182. A stop was initiated and William C. Richards was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, Richards was found to be in an intoxicated state. Richards performed poorly on Standardized Field Sobriety Test. Richards was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail for Chemical Test. Once at the Morgan City Jail Richards submitted to Chemical Test which resulted .118g% blood alcohol content. Richards was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

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MCPD Arrest Report 07/20/2017

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour reporting period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 40 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/19/2017:

William S. Deans Sr., 39 years of age, address: Roselawn Dr. Morgan City, La. arrested on 07/19/2017 @ 2:35 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Violation of Protective Orders
                 Warrant: Telephone Harassment
                 Warrant: Violation of Protective Orders

Williams S. Deans Sr. was located and arrested at the Morgan City Court on active arrest warrants held by the Morgan City Police. The warrants are from two separate incidents and stem from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on July 15, 2017. According to reports, the victim alleges that Deans Sr. sent threatening messages via telephone. The second warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on July 17, 2017, where the victim alleges that Deans Sr. threatened them via telephone. Prior to both incidents, a Protective Order was in effect. Evidence was uncovered during the investigation that corroborated the allegations. Warrants were prepared for Deans Sr. arrest. Deans Sr. was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Germany Broussard, 37 years of age, address: Leona St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/19/2017 @ 9:24 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace

Patrol officers responded to a residence in the area of Leona St in regards to a disturbance. According to reports, officers arrived and Germany Broussard was identified as a suspect involved in the disturbance. During the investigation, Broussard continuously continued to yell and use profanities. Broussard was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Quandon Favors, 29 years of age, address: Jones St. Berwick, La., arrested on 07/19/2017 @ 11:19 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Contributing to the Delinquency of Juveniles

Lawrence A. Garrett, 21 years of age, address: Florida St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/19/2017 @ 11:19 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Contributing to the Delinquency of Juveniles

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of Fifth St. fail to stop at a stop sign. A stop was initiated and a female subject who was operating the vehicle fled the scene on foot. Quandon Favors , Lawrence A. Garrett, and a juvenile were located as occupants of the vehicle. According to reports, Quandon Favors, Lawrence A. Garrett, and the juvenile were found to be in possession of suspected marijuana and drug paraphernalia. All three subjects were arrested and transported to the Morgan City Police Department where Favors and Garrett were booked and incarcerated. The juvenile was processed and released to a guardian. The investigation is ongoing in regards to the operator of the vehicle. 
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MCPD Arrest Report 07/18/2017

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour reporting period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 38 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/17/2017:

Jesus Tenoria, 26 years of age, address: Lake Polourde Rd. Amelia, La., arrested on 07/17/2017 @ 11:22 a.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 06/02/2015

Jesus Tenoria was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Tenoria was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

Burkin J. Dupre, 31 years of age, address: Cross Rd. #2 Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/17/2017 @ 12:51 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 05/30/2017 (4 Counts)

Burkin J. Dupre was located and arrested in the area of Fifth St. on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Dupre was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Kimberly Evans, 25 years of age, address: River Road Berwick, La., arrested on 07/17/2017 @ 8:45 p.m.

Charges: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 06/13/2017

Kimberly Evans was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Evans was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

Chuck M. Newsom, 30 years of age, address: Clark Rd. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/17/2017 @ 9:14 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana
                 Improper Lane Usage
                 Illegal use of CDS in the presence of Juveniles

Patrol officers observed a vehicle in the area of LA 182 swerving from lane to lane several times. A stop was initiated and Chuck M. Newsom was identified as the operator of the vehicle. Reports indicate that Newsom was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana. There was also a small juvenile in the vehicle. Newsom was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Tanner W. Beglau, 29 years of age, address: E Old Spanish Trail New Iberia, La., arrested on 07/18/2017 @ 12:40 a.m.

Charges: Driving under Suspension
                 Improper Lane Usage
                 Switched License Plate
                 No Insurance
                 Registration Required
                 Inspection Required
                 Improper Equipment

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of Second St. negotiate and improper turn and traveled down the center of the roadway. It was also observed that the vehicle’s license plate was registered to another. A stop was initiated and Tanner W. Beglau was identified as the operator of the vehicle. Reports indicate that Beglau’s Louisiana Driver’s License was found to be under suspension. The vehicle Beglau was operating was also found not to have any insurance as required by Louisiana Law, was not registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, had an expired inspection sticker, and the windshield was in an condition that would obstruct the driver’s view. Beglau was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Harold A. Sheets, 33 years of age, address: Everett St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/18/2017 @ 2:13 a.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of Sixth St. without any headlights activated. A stop was initiated and Harold A. Sheets was identified as a passenger of the vehicle. According to reports, Sheets was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana. Sheets was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.