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MCPD Arrest Report 02/06/2019

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 41 calls for service. The following person(s) were arrested as a result beginning on 02/05/2019:


Tarell R. Boulanger, 27 years of age, Address-Levee Rd. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/05/2019 @ 12:16 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Appear for Trial (5cts)

                Warrant-Failure to Appear for Arraignment

     Tarell Boulanger was placed under arrest at the Morgan City Police Department for active warrants he held for the 6th Ward City Court and the Thibodeaux Police Department. Boulanger was booked and incarcerated.


Terrell V. Bullock, 25 years of age, Address-Degravelle Rd. Amelia, La. was arrested on 02/05/20019 @ 1:12 pm.

Charge: Theft under $1000.00

   Officers responded to a business on Eighth St. regarding a theft. Officers arrived and management provided video surveillance of the theft. From the surveillance, officers were able to identify the suspect as Terrell Bullock. Officers located Bullock on Cottonwood St. Reports indicate that Bullock admitted to the theft. Bullock was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Storm A. Griffin, 18 years of age, Address-Oregon St. Berwick, La. was arrested on 02/05/2015 @ 1:54 pm.

Charge: Switched License Plate
                Window Tint Violation
                No Inspection Sticker
                No Vehicle Registration

Casey Chenevert, 21 years of age, Address-Elk St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/05/2019 @ 1:54 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Disturbing the Peace-Fistic Encounters
               Warrant-Telephone Harassment
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

     An officer on Martin Luther King Blvd. observed a vehicle with improper window tint. The officer also did a computer check of the license plate and it was determined that the plate on the vehicle had been switched.  A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle and the driver, Storm Griffin was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. The passenger of the vehicle, Casey Chenevert was asked to exit the vehicle. A warrant check revealed that Chenevert held active warrants for the Morgan City Police Department. Chennevert was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. Both Griffin and Chenevert were placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Craig O. Robinson, 31 years of age, Address- Mayon St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/05/2019 @ 2:30 pm.

Charge: Possession of Marijuana
               Possession of Synthetic Marijuana
               Obstruction of Justice-Tampering with Evidence

      Craig Robinson was a passenger in a vehicle involved in a traffic stop on Mallard St. When officers made contact with Robinson, he had placed what appeared to be marijuana into his mouth. Officers also located suspected marijuana and synthetic marijuana in the area of the front passenger seat where Robinson was sitting. Robinson was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Roland Loupe, 32 years of age, Address-Sandra Court Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/05/2019 @ 8:00 pm.

Charge: Driving While Intoxicated Child Endangerment
                Expired Inspection Sticker
                Possession of Alcoholic Beverage in Motor Vehicle
                Driving on Protection Levee

     Officers responded to a single vehicle crash on LA Hwy 70. Officers arrived and made contact with the driver of the vehicle identified as Roland Loupe. According to reports, Loupe stated that he was driving on the levee where his vehicle became stuck. At some point, his vehicle slide into the wooded area. Reports also indicate that Loupe appeared intoxicated. Officers noticed a small child inside the vehicle along with an open container of an alcoholic beverage. Loupe was asked to perform the Standardized Field Sobriety Test in which he performed poorly. Loupe was placed under arrest. The child was picked up by a guardian. Loupe was transported to the Morgan City Police Department where he submitted to the chemical test for intoxication. Loupe results yielded a .136g% of blood alcohol content. Loupe was booked and incarcerated.

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Daeon D. Johnson, 28 years of age, Address-Second St. Franklin, La. was arrested on 02/05/2019 @ 9:44 pm.


Charge: Domestic Abuse Battery-Strangulation
               Disturbing the Peace-Offensive Language
               Cruelty to a Juvenile
               Resisting an Officer

   Officers responded to a residence on Apple St. regarding a domestic disturbance. Officers arrived and Daeon Johnson was identified as the suspect involved in the disturbance. Reports indicate that Johnson choked one of the victims and struck a 14 year old in the facial area.  Both victims had cuts and bruises consistent with their statements. Officers located Johnson inside the home where he began to yell and use profanities.  Johnson resisted officers, but was later subdued and placed under arrest. Johnson was transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.
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MCPD Arrest Report 02/04/2019


Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 72-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 146 calls for service. The following person(s) were arrested as a result beginning on 02/01/2019:

Leeland M. Lovell, 47 years of age, Address-Aucoin St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 7:38 am.

Charge: Driving While Intoxicated 2nd Offense
               No Headlights
               Improper Lane Usage
               Battery on an Officer

   An officer in the area of Railroad Ave. near Aycock St. observed a vehicle with only one functioning headlight. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, Leeland Lovell was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. Lovell was asked to perform the Standardized Field Sobriety Test, in which he performed poorly. Lovell was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department. Once at the department, Lovell refused to submit to the chemical test for intoxication. Lovell then committed a battery on one of the officers. Lovell was booked and incarcerated.


Robert J. Skipper, 37 years of age, Address-Dora St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 10:26 am.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Appear –No Driver’s License

   Robert Skipper was located at his residence on Dora St. and placed under arrest for an active warrant he held for the 6th Ward City Court. Skipper was transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Joseph J. Jessie, 39 years of age, Address-Utah St. Berwick, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 3:12 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Probation Violation (3cts)

  Joseph Jessie was transported from the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center to the Morgan City Police Department for active warrants he held for the 6th Ward City Court. Jessie was booked and incarcerated.


Stanley L. Ledet, 42 years of age, Address-Hammond, La. was arrested on 02/02/2019 @ 4:16 am.

Charge: Possession of Marijuana
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
               Speeding

   An officer in the area of US Hwy 90 eastbound observed a vehicle traveling faster than the posted speed limit. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, Stanley Ledet was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. Through the course of the investigation, Ledet was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Ledet was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Mario G. Rankins, 41 years of age, Address-Gonzales, La. was arrested on 02/02/2019 @ 2:47 pm.

Charge: Following Vehicles
               No Registration
               Driving Under Suspension
               Possession of Alcoholic Beverage in Motor Vehicle
               Warrant: Failure to Appear No Driver’s License

      An officer on LA Hwy 70 observed a vehicle following another vehicle too closely. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, Mario Rankins was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. A computer check revealed that Rankin’s license was suspended. Rankin also held an active warrant for the 6th Ward City Court. The officer also noticed an open container of an alcoholic beverage inside the vehicle. Rankins was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Nicole M. Atkinson, 33 years of age, Address-Russo St. Berwick, La. was arrested on 02/02/2019 @ 4:40 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines (2ct)

    Nicole Atkinson was transported from the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center to the Morgan City Police Department for active warrant she held for the 6th Ward City Court. Atkinson was booked and incarcerated.


Arthur L. Hudson Jr, 53 years of age, Address-Gail Dr. Patterson, La. was arrested on 02/02/2019 @ 3:10 am.

Charge: Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense

     Officers responded to a business on LA Hwy 182 regarding a possible intoxicated driver trying to park a vehicle.  The officer arrived and located the vehicle. The driver was identified as Arthur Hudson and reports indicate that Hudson appeared intoxicated. Hudson was asked to perform the Standardized Field Sobriety Test in which he performed poorly.  Hudson was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department. Once at the department, Hudson refused the chemical test for intoxication. A warrant was obtained for a blood sample to be withdrawn from Hudson. Hudson was transported to a medical facility for the sample. The results of the sample are pending. Hudson was booked and incarcerated.


Lorenzo P. Harris, 33 years of age, Address-Jeanerette, La. was arrested on 02/03/2019 @ 1:34 am.

Charge: Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense
               Resisting an Officer-False Information
               Improper Lane Usage
              Possession of Alcoholic Beverage in Motor Vehicle
              No Driver’s License
              Warrant-Failure to Appear-Resisting an Officer
              Warrant-Cyber Stalking
              Warrant-Terrorizing

      An officer on US Hwy 90 east bound observed a vehicle swerving in and out of the lane of travel. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was asked to provide a valid driver’s license. According to reports, the driver identified as Lorenzo Harris had given the officer a false name. Reports also state that Harris appeared intoxicated. A computer check revealed that Harris did not have a driver’s license and the vehicle was not insured. A warrant check determined that Harris held active warrants for the 16th Judicial District Court and Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office. Harris was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department. Once at the department, Harris submitted to the chemical test for intoxication. Harris results were .000g% blood alcohol content. Harris then was transported to a medical facility for a blood sample to be withdrawn. Those results are pending. Harris was transported back to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Justin Vosburg, 27 years of age, Address-Susan Court Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/03/2019 @ 3:32 pm.

Charge: Reckless Operation
              Possession of Marijuana 2nd Offense

      An officer in the area of Clothilde St. near Eighth St. observed an individual on a motorcycle driving in a reckless manner. A traffic stop was conducted and driver, Justin Vosburg was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. Through the course of the investigation, Vosburg was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana. Vosburg was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Polce Department for booking and incarceration.


Caleb R. Givens, 18 years of age, Address-Mallard St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/03/2019 @ 6:07 pm.

Charge: Home Invasion
               Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
               Criminal Trespass

  Officers responded to a residence on Mallard St. regarding a disturbance. Officers arrived and Caleb Givens was identified as a suspect. Reports indicate that Givens had come into the residence and brandished a firearm at the victim. Givens then fled the area. Officers were able to locate Givens on Veterans Blvd. in a vehicle where he was a passenger. Givens is also barred from all property of the Morgan City Housing Authority.  Givens was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.

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Riley R. Hall, 47 years of age, Address-Ditch Ave. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 3:38 pm.


Charge: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

               Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute
Norman Vinning 02012019
Norman Vinning, 52 years of age, Address-Pecan St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 3:38 pm.

Charge: Possession of Sch II-Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute
               Possession of Marijuana
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
               Transactions Involving Drug Proceeds
              Possession of Heroin
Dezzie Booty 02012019
Dezzie J. Booty, 39 years of age, Address-Maple St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 3:38 pm.

Charge: Possession of Marijuana
              Possession of Drug Paraphernalia 
              Warrant-Probation Violation (2cts)
              Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines
              Warrant-Failure to Appear
              Warrant-Failure to Appear for Arraignment

 The Morgan City Police Department Narcotics Division responded to a residence on LA Hwy 182 regarding possible drug activity. When officer arrived they made contact with Riley Hall, Dezzie Booty and Norman Vinning.  Consent was given to search the residence. Hall was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana that was packaged for sale. Booty was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana. In a room occupied by Vinning, officers located suspected methamphetamine packaged for sale, suspected marijuana and heroin. Vinning also had over $300.00 in his possession that is believed to be derived from the sale of illegal narcotics. Drug paraphernalia was also located inside the residence. A warrant check revealed that Booty held active warrants for the 16th Judicial District Court and the 6th Ward City Court. All subjects were placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


David A. Turner, 28 years of age, Address-Monarch St. Houma, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 4:34 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines (2cts)

   David Turner was located on Brashear Ave. and placed him under arrest for active warrants for the 6th Ward City Court. Turner was transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.

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Donald Goodwin Jr, 26 years of age, Address-Levee Rd. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/01/2019 @ 8:08 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Rape-1st Degree

                Warrant-Aggravated Crime Against Nature

    Donald Goodwin was placed under arrest at the Morgan City Police Department for active warrants he held for the department. The Morgan City Police Department Detective Division conducted an investigation on February 1st and filed a warrant that alleged that Goodwin had sexual relations with a minor. Goodwin was booked and incarcerated.


Samuel P. Gary, 28 years of age, Address-Egle St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/02/2019 @ 9:47 am.

Charge: Possession of Synthetic Marijuana
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
               Violaition of Uniform CDS-Drug Free Zone

   Officer responded to an area on Bowman St regarding an individual passed out. Officers arrived and made contact with the individual identified as Samuel Gary. Officers located suspected synthetic marijuana and drug paraphernalia in Gary’s possession. Gary was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.
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MCPD Arrest Report 01/31/2019

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 57 calls for service. The following person(s) were arrested as a result beginning on 01/30/2019:


John D. Thibodeaux, 32 years of age, Address-Federal Ave. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/30/2019 @ 8:21 am.

Charge: General Speed Law
               Warrant-Failure to Pay Probation Fees

      An officer in the area of LA Hwy 182 near Everett St. observed a vehicle traveling faster than the posted speed limit. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, John Thibodeaux was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. A warrant check Thibodeaux revealed that he held an active warrant for the 6th Ward City Court. Thibodeaux was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Marilyn Hatch, 39 years of age, Address-Federal Ave. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/30/2019 @ 3:06 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Contempt of Court

  Marilyn Hatch was placed under arrest in the City Court of Morgan City. Hatch transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Kayla M. Francise, 21 years of age, Address-Keith St. Morgan City, La. was placed under arrest on 01/30/2019 @ 7:10 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Contempt of Court

Brennan G. Giandelone, 19 years of age, Address-Pluto St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/30/2019 @ 7:10 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Criminal Trespass
                Possession of Marijuana

   Kayla Francise and Brennan Giandelone were both located on Federal Ave and placed under arrest for active warrants. Francise held an active warrant for the 6th Ward City Court and Giandelone held an active warrant for the Morgan City Police Department. Giandelone was also found to be in possession of suspected marijuana. Both subjects were transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Kevin J. Rodriguez, 45 years of age, Address-Onstead St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/30/2019 @ 11:01 pm.

Charge: Hit and Run
               Report Required Following an Accident

     Kevin Rodriguez was placed under arrest at the Morgan City Police Department. Reports indicate that Rodriguez admitted to being involved in a vehicle crash on Levee Rd  that occurred on January 27th and leaving the scene of the crash. Rodriquez was booked and incarcerated.
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MCPD Arrest Report 02/05/2019

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 44 calls for service. The following person(s) were arrested as a result beginning on 02/04/2019:


Amy Jackson, 36 years of age, Address-Third St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/04/2019 @ 8:37 am.

Charge: No Turn Signal
               Possession of Marijuana
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
               Illegal Use of CDS in Presence of Person under 17

   An officer in the area of Victor II Blvd. observed a vehicle fail to use its turn signal, while turning on David Dr. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, Amy Jackson was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. Through the course of the traffic stop, Jackson was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The officer also noticed two small children inside the vehicle. The children were released to a guardian. Jackson was placed under and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Cody M. Duhon, 35 years of age, Address-Kaplan, La. was arrested on 02/04/2019 @ 2:58 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Probation Fees
               Warrant-Probation Violation
               Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines

      Cody Duhon was transported from the Lafayette Parish Detention Center to the Morgan City Police Department for active warrant she held for the 6th Ward City Court. Duhon was booked and incarcerated.


Latasha J. Wolf, 32 years of age, Address-Patton St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 02/04/2019 @ 8:05 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines

   Latasha Wolf was placed under arrest at the Morgan City Police Department for an active warrant she held for the 6th Ward City Court. Wolf was booked and incarcerated.

Virgis Metrejean 02042019

Virgis M. Metrejean, 55 years of age, Address South Bay Rd. Pierre Part, La. was arrested on 02/04/2019 @ 11:59 pm.


 Charge: Expired License Plate
                No Tail Lamps
                Driving Under Suspension
                No Registration
                No Insurance
                Possession of Sch II CDS-Methamphetamine
                Possession of Sch III CDS-Suboxone
                Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

      An officer on LA Hwy 70 observed a vehicle with only one functioning tail lamp. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, Virgis Metrejean was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. A computer check revealed that Metrejean’s driver’s license was suspended and the vehicle was not insured. During the course of the traffic stop, Metrejean was found to be in possession of suspected methamphetamine, suboxone and drug paraphernalia. Metrejean was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.

 
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MCPD Arrest Report 02/01/2019

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 54 calls for service. The following person(s) were arrested as a result beginning on 01/31/2019:

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Richard J. Cook, 48 years of age, Address-Cypress Village Houma, La. was arrested on 01/31/2019 @ 12:21 pm.


Charge: Improper Lane Usage
               Driving Under Suspension
               Following Vehicles
               Driving While Intoxicated 4th Offense
               Possession of Alcoholic Beverage in Vehicle
               No Registration
               Warrant-Sexual Battery

    An officer in the area of US Hwy 90 near the Martin Luther King exit, observed a vehicle swerving in and out the lane of travel. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, Richard Cook was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. Reports indicate that Cook appeared intoxicated. Cook was asked to perform the Standardized Field Sobriety Test, but refused. The officer also noticed an open container of an alcoholic beverage inside the vehicle. A computer check revealed that Cook’s driver’s license was suspended and he also held an active warrant for the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cook was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department. Once the police department, Cook refused to submit to the chemical test for intoxication. A warrant was obtained to have a blood sample withdrawn from Cook. Cook was transported to a medical facility for the sample to be withdrawn. The results of the sample are pending. Cook was transported back to the Morgan City Police Department. Reports indicate that Cook had three prior arrest for driving while intoxicated. Cook was booked and incarcerated.


Thalassa Frickey, 41 years of age, Address-Pecos St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/31/2019 @ 6:50 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Appear- Theft of Goods

   Thalassa Frickey was placed under arrest at the Morgan City Police Department for an active warrant she held for the 16th Judicial District Court. Frickey was booked and incarcerated.


Andronique M. Lemons, 28 years of age, Address-Maine St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/31/2019 @ 2:00 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Probation Fees

  Andronique Lemons was transported from the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center to the Morgan City Police Department for an active warrant she held for the 6th Ward City Court. Lemons was booked and incarcerated.


Deon D. Turner, 36 years of age, Address-Joseph Lane Franklin, La. was arrested on 01/31/2019 @ 1:50 pm.

Charge: Improper Lane Usage
               Driving Under Suspension
               Warrant-Failure to Appear for Arraignment

Kevin Diggs, 40 years of age, Address-Roys Lane Franklin, La. was arrested on 01/31/2019 @ 1:50 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Probation Violation

   An officer in the area of LA Hwy 182 near Martin Luther King Blvd. observed a vehicle swerving in and out the lane of travel. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was identified as Deon Turner. Turner was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. A computer check revealed that Turner’s license was suspended. Turner also held an active warrant for the 16th Judicial District Court. The passenger in the vehicle, Kevin Diggs was found to have an active warrant with the 6th Ward City Court. Both Turner and Diggs was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.
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MCPD Arrest Report 01/30/2019

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 44 calls for service. The following person(s) were arrested as a result beginning on 01/29/2019:


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Heath A. Loupe Jr, 21 years of age, Address-Rose St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 3:55 am.


Charge: Possession of Sch II CDS-Methamphetamine
               Possession of Synthetic Marijuana
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

   An officer patrolling the area of Sixth St. observed an individual walking in the area. The officer made contact with the individual identified as Heath Loupe.  Reports indicate that Loupe gave the officer consent to search his person. The officer located suspected methamphetamine, synthetic marijuana and drug paraphernalia in Loupe’s possession. Loupe was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


   Larry L. Griffin, 41 years of age, Address-Hickory St. Patterson, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 9:07 am.

Charge: Improper Lane Usage
                No Turn Signal
                Possession of Marijuana

   An officer in the area of LA Hwy 182 observed a vehicle fail to use its turn signal, while turning onto Grizzaffii St. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, Larry Griffin was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. During the course of the traffic stop, suspected marijuana was found in Griffin’s possession. Griffin was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Perry J. Toups Jr, 27 years of age, Address-Sixth St. Berwick, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 9:36 am.

Charge: Warrant-Theft under $1000.00

   James Toups was placed under arrest at the Morgan City Police Department for an active warrant he held for the department. The warrant stems from an incident in September 2018 which alleged Toups was making unauthorized charges to a local business. Toups was booked and incarcerated.


John A. Henry, 39 years of age, Address-Vivian St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 10:50 am.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Probation Fees

  John Henry was transported from the Berwick Police Department to the Morgan City Police Department for an active warrant he held for the 6th Ward City Court.

Henry was booked and incarcerated.


Michael W. Martin, 35 years of age, Address-Teche Rd. Morgan City, La. was arrested 01/29/2019 @ 11:00 am.

Charge: Warrant-Criminal Damage to Property $1000.00-5000.00
                Warrant-Theft under $1000.00
                Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines (3cts)

   Michael Martin was transported from the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center to the Morgan City Police Department for active warrants he held for the department and the 6th Ward City Court. The warrants stem from an incident in March 2018 which alleged that Martin damaged a vehicle and had stolen items from inside the vehicle. Martin was booked and incarcerated.


Joseph A. Cagnolatti, 23 years of age, Address-Railroad Ave. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 2:33 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Direct Contempt of Court

   Joseph Cagnolatti was placed under arrest in the City Court of Morgan City and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Kyarius Williams, 18 years of age, Address-Freret St. Morgan City, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 3:24 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Probation Violation

   Kyarius Williams was placed under arrest in the City Court of Morgan City for violating the terms of her probation. Williams was transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Leticia R. Charles, 51 years of age, Address-Mike Dr. Patterson, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 7:00 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines

     Leticia Charles was placed under arrest at the Morgan City Police Department for an active warrant she held for the 6th Ward City Court. Charles was booked and incarcerated.


David J. Stevens Jr, 45 years of age, Address-Wilson St. Berwick, La. was arrested on 0/29/2019 @ 3:50 pm.

Charge: Speeding
               Expired Driver’s License
               Possession of Sch II CDS-Methamphetamine

       An officer in the area of LA Hwy 182 near Seventh St. observed a vehicle travelling a rate higher than the posted speed limit. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, David Stevens was asked to produce a valid driver’s license. A computer check revealed that Stevens’ driver’s license was expired.  During the course of the traffic stop, suspected methamphetamine was found inside Stevens’ vehicle. Stevens was placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.


Lawrence A. Garrett, 22 years of age, Address-Railroad Ally Gibson, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 7:17 pm.

Charge: Warrant-Failure to Pay Fines (3cts)

Aaron Benson 01292019

Aaron J. Benson, 46 years of age, Address-Lockport, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 7:17 pm.

Charge: Possession with Intent to Distribute Sch II-Methamphetamine
               Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Kentrell Diggs 01292019
Kentrell F. Diggs, 26 years of age, Address-Marksville, La. was arrested on 01/29/2019 @ 7:17 pm.

Charge: Possession with Intent to Distribute Sch II Methamphetamine
               Distribution of Methamphetamine
               Obstruction of Justice-Tampering with Evidence
                Improper Lane Usage
                Possession of Stolen Property

   An officer on Victor II Blvd. observed a vehicle swerving in and out the lane of travel. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was identified as Kentrell Diggs. Reports indicate that the officer could smell an odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle. The passengers in the vehicle were identified as Lawrence Garrett and Aaron Benson. They were asked to exit the vehicle. During the course of the investigation, Diggs was found to be in possession of several baggies of suspected methamphetamines that he was trying to conceal from officers. Diggs was also in possession of a stolen cell phone. Benson was found with several baggies of suspected methamphetamines and drug paraphernalia. Garrett held active warrants for the 6th Ward City Court. All subjects were placed under arrest and transported to the Morgan City Police Department for booking and incarceration.