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MCPD Arrest Report 07/06/2018

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 43 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/05/2018:

Shade Suire, 25 years of age, address: Chestnut Dr. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/05/2018 @ 10:01 a.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. for Drug Court on 07/02/2018 (4 counts)

Shade Suire was located and arrested in the area of Chestnut Dr. on active arrest warrants held by the 16th Judicial Court. Suire was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Meghan R. Scarbrough, 30 years of age, address: Hwy 668 Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/05/2018 @ 12:00 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. for Arraignment on 12/01/2015

Meghan R. Scarbrough was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on an active arrest warrant held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Scarbrough was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

Matthew T. Rollins, 24 years of age, address: Diane Dr. Patterson, La., arrested on 07/05/2018 @ 4:06 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace Intoxicated

Patrol officers responded to a local motel in the area of LA 182 in regards to a removal of a subject. Officers arrived when Matthew T. Rollins was identified. Rollins was found to be in an intoxicated state. Rollins was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Jaleesha Hamilton, 38 years of age, Mississippi, arrested on 07/05/2018 @ 7:13 p.m.

Charges: Theft under $1,000

Patrol officers responded to a local business in the area of Seventh St. in regards to a shoplifter. Officers arrived when Jaleesha Hamilton was identified. According to reports, Hamilton allegedly took items valued at $25.73 without paying for them. Hamilton was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Tyler Brewer, 25 years of age, address: Charlotte Dr. Patterson, La., arrested on 07/06/2018 @ 2:45 a.m.

Charges: Domestic Abuse Battery

Tyler Brewer was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on an active arrest warrant held by the Morgan City Police. The warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on July 5, 2018, when officers responded to the area of LA 182 in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived and learned that the parties involved had already departed the scene. The victim later filed a report with the Morgan City Police Department in regards to a battery that had been committed. Tyler Brewer was identified during the investigation. Allegedly Brewer struck the victim during an altercation. The investigation continued when warrants were prepared for Brewer’s arrest. Brewer was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated. 
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MCPD Arrest Report 07/03/2018

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 38 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/02/2018:
Tarrike M. Phillips, 25 years of age, address: Tiffany St. Patterson, La., arrested on 07/02/2018 @ 11:16 a.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana 2nd Offense
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of MLK Blvd. negotiate an improper turn. A stop was initiated when Tarrike M. Phillips was identified as the operator of the vehicle. K-9 Lady with the Morgan City Police Department K-9 Division was utilized and alerted to the presence of narcotic odor in the vehicle. According to reports, Phillips was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia. Phillips was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Joseph H. Pollard Jr., 56 years of age, address: Federal Ave. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/02/2018 @ 1:12 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 05/29/2018 (4 counts)

Joseph H Pollard Jr. was located and arrested at the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Pollard was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Dewayne P. Robertson, 25 years of age, address: Jones St. Jeanerette, La., arrested on 07/02/2018 @ 1:42 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 03/15/2016
                 Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Probation Fee on 02/02/2016

Dewayne P. Robertson was located and arrested at the Jeanerette Police Department on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Robertson was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Clarence Junifer, 58 years of age, address: Federal Ave. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/02/2018 @ 2:25 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 03/23/2017

Clarence Junifer was located and arrested in the area of LA 182 on an active arrest warrant held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Junifer was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Breiana M. Gant, 26 years of age, address: Leona St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/02/2018 @ 3:00 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Aggravated Battery

Breiana M. Gant was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on an active arrest warrant held by the Morgan City Police. The warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on March 27, 2018, when they responded to the area of Bowman St. in regards to a complaint of a battery that had been committed. Officers arrived when Breiana M. Gant was identified as one of the parties involved. According to reports, Gant and the victim were involved in an altercation the night before when Gant allegedly struck the victim with a weapon. The investigation continued when warrants were prepared for Gant’s arrest. Gant was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

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Erik S. Driskill, 43 years of age, address: Second St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/02/2018 @ 7:02 p.m.

Charges: Unauthorized Entry of an Inhabited Dwelling

Patrol officers responded to the area of Catherine St. in regards to a trespassing complaint. Officers arrived when Erik S. Driskill was located inside of the residence. Evidence was uncovered that Driskill had no authorization to enter the home. Driskill was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

 
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MCPD Arrest Report 06/29/2018

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 38 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 06/28/2018:

Pablo C. Fonte, 61 years of age, address: Tiffany St. Patterson, La., arrested on 06/28/2018 @ 2:17 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace Intoxicated

Patrol officers responded to the area of LA 182 in regards to an intoxicated subject. Officers arrived when Pablo C. Fonte was identified. According to reports, Fonte was found to be in an intoxicated state. Fonte was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Danny M. Fulks, 32 years of age, address: Parish Rd. Franklin, La., arrested on 06/28/2018 @ 7:20 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 03/27/2018 (5 counts)
                 Improper Lane Usage
                 Driving under Suspension
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Bricelon L. Martin, 28 years of age, address: Chitimacha Trail Charenton, La., arrested on 06/28/2018 @ 7:20 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Investigators with the Morgan City Police Department Narcotics Division observed a vehicle in the area of LA 182 being operated in an erratic manner. A stop was initiated when Danny M. Fulks was identified as the operator of the vehicle. Bricelon L. Martin was an occupant. According to reports, Fulks and Martin were found to be in possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Fulks was additionally found to hold several active arrest warrants through the 6th Ward Morgan City Court and his Louisiana Driver’s License was found to be under suspension. Fulks and Martin were arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where they were booked and incarcerated.

Riley R. Piper, 19 years of age, address: Hermitage Dr. Thibodaux, La., arrested on 06/29/2018 @ 1:25 a.m.

Charges: Driving while Intoxicated 1st Offense
                 Possession of Marijuana
                 Careless Operation of a Motor Vehicle

Patrol officers responded to LA 70 in regards to a crash. Officers arrived when Riley R. Piper was identified as the operator of the lone vehicle involved. According to reports, Piper was found to be in an intoxicated state. Piper performed poorly on Standardized Field Sobriety Test. K-9 Lady was utilized and alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics in the vehicle. Piper was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana. Piper was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail for Chemical Testing which she submitted to registering .000g% blood alcohol content. A urine sample was obtained and is pending analysis at the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab. Piper was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

 

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MCPD Arrest Report 07/05/2018

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the 48-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 89 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 07/03/2018:

Guy R. Baker, 55 years of age, address: Camborne Ln. Slidell, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 9:48 a.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana
                 Improper Lane Usage

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of Railroad Ave. in an erratic manner. A stop was initiated when Guy R. Baker was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, Baker was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana. Baker was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Julia Bailey, 57 years of age, address: Two Brothers Ln. Amelia, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 11:49 a.m.

Charges: Theft under $1,000

Patrol officers responded to a local business in the area of Brashear Ave. in regards to a shoplifter. Officers arrived when Julia Bailey was identified. According to reports, Bailey allegedly took merchandise valued at $72.26 without paying for it. Bailey was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Rachel L. King, 34 years of age, address: Fifth St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 2:02 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace Intoxicated

Patrol officers responded to the area of Sixth St. in regards to an intoxicated subject. Officers arrived when Rachel L. King was identified. According to reports, King was found to be in an intoxicated stated. King was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Dezzie J. Booty, 38 years of age, address: Maple St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 2:30 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Probation Violation

Dezzie J. Booty was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on an active arrest warrant held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Booty was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

Damion T. Lynch, 21 years of age, address: Roderick St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 2:55 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana
                 Improper Turning

 
Kevin Lynch, 46 years of age, address: First St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 2:55 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana

 Investigators with the Morgan City Police Department Narcotics Division observed a vehicle negotiate an improper turn in the area of Railroad Ave. A stop as initiated when Damion T. Lynch was identified as the operator of the vehicle. Kevin Lynch was an occupant. According to reports, the Lynch’s were found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana. The duo was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where they were booked and incarcerated.

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Lantrell Ayers, 27 years of age, address: Fifth St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 3:00 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Attempted Simple Burglary
                 Warrant: Simple Burglary (2 counts)
                 Warrant: Theft over $1,000 (2 counts)
                 Warrant: Criminal Damage to Property

Investigators with the Morgan City Police Department Detectives Division continued their investigation into the recent burglaries in the Lakeside and Wyandotte Subdivisions. Investigators were able to link Ayers to burglaries that had occurred on June 5, 2018. The investigation continued when warrants were prepared for Ayers’ arrest. Ayers, who was already incarcerated on other charges, was located and arrested at the Morgan City Jail. Ayers was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated. This investigation is still ongoing.

Glenn M. Mitchell, 30 years of age, address: Bayou Black Dr. Gibson, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 4:21 p.m.

Charges: Contempt of Court (3 counts)

Glenn M. Michell was located and arrested at the Morgan City Court for 3 counts of Direct Contempt of Court. Mitchell was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

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Christen H. Brown, 37 years of age, address: LA 70 Pierre Part, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 5:47 p.m.

Charges: Monetary Instrument Abuse

Patrol officers responded to the area of LA 182 in regards to counterfeit money. Officers arrived when Christen H. Brown was identified. According to reports, Brown allegedly attempted to cash in the bill for change when it was discovered to be counterfeit. Brown fled the area prior to police arriving. Evidence was located linking Brown to the crime. A short time later Brown was located in the area of LA 182. Brown was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Lawrence L. Braud Jr., 55 years of age, address: Longwood Ave. Prairieville, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 7:12 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Improper Turning
                 Driving under Suspension

Patrol officers responded to the area of US 90 in regards to a vehicle being operated in an erratic manner. Officers arrived when the vehicle in question was located. The vehicle was observed to negotiate an improper turn. A stop was initiated when Lawrence L. Braud Jr. was identified. According to reports, Braud was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia. Braud was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Asia Piggot, 22 years of age, address: Carol Rd. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/03/2018 @ 10:07 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Theft under $1,000 (St. Mary S.O.)
                 Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Probation Fee on 11/07/2017

Asia Piggot was located and arrested in the area of Sixth St. on active arrest warrants held by the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office and 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Piggot was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Chase R. Boudreaux, 24 years of age, address: Sandi St. Patterson, La., arrested on 07/04/2018 @ 1:08 a.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace Intoxicated

Patrol officers responded to the area of Brashear Ave. in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived when Chase R. Boudreaux was identified. According to reports, Boudreaux was found to be in an intoxicated state. Boudreaux was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Bryan M. Dinger, 23 years of age, address: General McArthur Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/04/2018 @ 8:14 a.m.

Charges: Warrant: Possession of Marijuana
                 Warrant: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Warrant: Expired License Plate

Bryan M. Dinger was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on active arrest warrants held by the Morgan City Police. The warrants stem from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on September 12, 2018, when a vehicle was observed being operated in the area of LA 70 with an expired license plate. A stop was initiated when Bryan M. Dinger was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, Dinger was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia. The investigation continued when warrants were prepared for Dinger’s arrest. Dinger was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

Tyson Celestine, 29 years of age, address: First St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/04/2018 @ 10:59 a.m.

Charges: Domestic Abuse Battery
                 Criminal Damage to Property
                 Possession of SCH I CDS (Synthetic Marijuana)
                 Warrant: F.T.A. for Hearing on 06/06/2018 (2 counts)

Patrol officers responded to the area of Fifth St. in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived when Tyson Celestine was identified as one of the parties involved. According to reports, Celestine struck the victim during a verbal altercation and damaged the victim’s property. Celestine was found to be in possession of suspected synthetic marijuana and held active arrest warrants through the 16th Judicial Court. Celestine was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Billi Driskill, 42 years of age, address: Cypress Ln. Amelia, La., arrested on 07/04/2018 @ 5:30 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Simple Battery
                 Warrant: Criminal Damage to Property

Billie Driskill was located and arrested in Amelia, La., by the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office on active arrest warrants held by the Morgan City Police. The warrants stem from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on July 02, 2018 when officers responded to the area of Park Rd. in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived when Billie Driskill was identified as one of the parties involved. According to reports, Driskill allegedly struck the victim during the altercation and damaged the victim's property. The investigation continued when warrants were prepared for Driskill’s arrest. Driskill was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

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MCPD Arrest Report 07/02/2018

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the 72-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 95 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 06/29/2018:

Jeffrey B. Lodrigue, 27 years of age, address: Second St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/29/2018 @ 2:39 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. for Arraignment on 06/13/2018

Jeffrey B. Lodrigue was located and arrested in the area of Front St. on an active arrest warrant held by the 16th Judicial Court. Lodrigue was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Charles R. Woolf, 40 years of age, address: Missouri Pl. Huntsville, AR. arrested on 06/30/2018 @ 8:29 p.m.

Charges: Disturbing the Peace Intoxicated

Patrol officers responded to a local motel in the area of Eighth St. in regards to an intoxicated subject. Officers arrived when Charles R. Woolf was identified. Woolf was found to be in an intoxicated state. Woolf was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Xavier J. McGhee, 27 years of age, address: Onstead St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/30/2018 @ 9:46 p.m.

Charges: Driving Under Suspension

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of LA 182 with improper lighting. A stop was initiated when Xavier J. McGhee was identified as the operator of the vehicle. McGhee’s Louisiana Driver’s License was found to be under suspension. McGhee was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Dezzie J. Booty, 38 years of age, address: Maple St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/01/2018 @ 12:12 a.m.

Charges: Aggravated Battery
                 Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 06/19/2018 (2 counts)

Patrol officers responded to the area of General Patton St. in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived when Dezzie J. Booty was identified as one of the parties involved. According to reports, Booty struck the victim in the facial area with a glass jar causing injury. Booty was also found to hold active arrest warrants through the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Booty was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Timothy Collier, 19 years of age, address: Apple St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/01/2018 @ 8:39 p.m.

Charges: Battery on a Dating Partner
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Possession of Marijuana 1st Offense
                 Warrant: Probation Violation
                 Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 05/29/2018
                 Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 06/19/2018 (2 counts)

Patrol officers responded to the area of Apple St. in regards to a disturbance. Officers arrived when Timothy Collier was identified as one of the parties involved. According to reports, Collier allegedly struck the victim during a verbal altercation. Collier was further found to be in possession of Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia, and held several active arrest warrants through the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Collier was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Laqwaijha Bourgeois, 20 years of age, address: Federal Ave. Morgan City, La., arrested on 07/01/2018 @ 2:49 a.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Probation Fee on 09/05/2018

Laqwaijha Bourgeois was located and arrested in the area of Florence St. on an active arrest warrant held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Bourgeois was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

 
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MCPD Arrest Report 06/28/2018

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the 24-hour period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 39 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 06/27/2018: 

Brittany Morgan, 27 years of age, address: Glenwood St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/27/2018 @ 11:00 a.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. To Pay Fine on 03/15/2018 (2 counts)

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

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Cory Jones, 36 years of age, address: Oriole St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/27/2018 @ 5:20 p.m.

Charges: Possession of SCH II CDS W/I/T/D (Methamphetamine)
                 Possession of Marijuana
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Illegal Possession of CDS in the Presence of Juveniles
                 Violation of Uniform CDS Law (Drug-Free Zone)

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Danielle Jones, 31 years of age, address: Oriole St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/27/2018 @ 5:20 p.m.

Charges: Possession of SCH II CDS W/I/T/D (Methamphetamine)
                 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Illegal Possession of CDS in the Presence of Juveniles
                 Violation of Uniform CDS Law (Drug-Free Zone)

Investigators with the Morgan City Police Department Narcotics Division with the assistance from the St. Mary Parish Narcotics Section executed a search warrant in the area of Oriole St. Cory Jones and Danielle Jones were identified during the investigation. According to reports, investigators located suspected Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Drug Paraphernalia. Evidence was uncovered that the Methamphetamine was intended to be sold in illicit sales. There were three children located inside the residence and the area where the incident had taken place was within a Drug-Free Zone. The duo was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where they were booked and incarcerated.

Wilbert S. Harrison, 33 years of age, address: Hwy 182 Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/27/2018 @ 5:58 p.m.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana 2nd Offense
                 Entry or Remaining in Places After Being Forbidden

Patrol officers observed Wilbert S. Harrison exiting an apartment complex in the area of LA 182. The officer had knowledge that Harrison had been barred previously from the property. A stop was initiated when Harrison was found to be in possession of suspected Marijuana. Harrison was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

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Shaysa C. Thomas, 27 years of age, address: Patton St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/27/2018 @ 7:32 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Possession of Stolen Things $1,000 to $5,000
                 Warrant: Possession of Marijuana W/I/T/D
                 Warrant: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
                 Warrant: Violation of Uniform CDS Law (Drug-Free Zone)
                 Warrant: Transactions involved Proceeds from CDS Activity

Shaysa C. Thomas was located and arrested in the area of Marguerite St. on active arrest warrants held by the Morgan City Police. The warrants stem from an investigation conducted by the Morgan City Police Department Detectives Division on June 20, 2018, while investigating several burglaries that had occurred in the Lakeside and Wyandotte Areas. During the investigation a Patton St. address was identified where some of the stolen property was located. A search warrant was executed on the residence where investigators located stolen property in connection to these burglaries. In addition, investigators located suspected Marijuana, and Drug Paraphernalia, Shaysa C. Thomas as one of the suspects in the investigation. Evidence was uncovered that that suspected Marijuana was intended to be sold in illicit sales. A large amount of U.S. Currency was located that is believed to be derived from those sales. The area where the incident had taken place was within a Drug-Free Zone. The investigation continued when warrants were prepared for Thomas’ arrest. Thomas was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated. The investigation is still ongoing.

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Leah M. Owens, 40 years of age, address: Fifth St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 06/27/2018 @ 8:55 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Simple Burglary

Leah M. Owens was located and arrested in the area of Fifth St. on an active arrest warrant held by the Morgan City Police. The warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on June 15, 2018, when Owens was identified as a suspect in a burglary of a residence that had occurred in the area of Railroad Ave. The investigation continued when warrants were prepared for Owens’ arrest. Owens was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

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Joseph J. Jessie, 39 years of age, address: Utah St. Berwick, La., arrested on 06/27/2018 @ 10:52 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Theft under $1,000

Joseph J. Jessie was located and arrested at the Morgan City Police Department on an active arrest warrant held by the Morgan City Police. The warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on June 26, 2018, when officers responded to a local establishment in the area of LA 70 in regards to a shoplifter. Officers arrived when Jessie was identified as taking items valued at $67.70 without paying for them. Jessie had departed the store prior to officers arrival, therefore, warrants were prepared for his arrest. Jessie was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.