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MCPD Arrest Report 03/26/2018

Chief James F. Blair reports that over the last 72-hour reporting period the Morgan City Police Department responded to 144 calls for service. The following persons were arrested as a result beginning on 03/23/2018: 

Tanner Scarbrough 03232018

Tanner J. Scarbrough, 18 years of age, address: Bayou Black Dr. Gibson, La., arrested on 03/23/2018 @ 8:50 a.m. 

Charges: Warrant: Theft of a Firearm     

Tanner Scarbrough was located and arrested at the Berwick Police Department on an active arrest warrant held by the Morgan City Police. The warrant stems from an investigation conducted by the Morgan City Police Department Detectives Division that began on March 09, 2018 in regards to a theft of a firearm. Scarbrough was developed as a suspected in the investigation. Evidence was uncovered linking Scarbrough to the crime. The investigation continued and warrants were prepared for Scarbrough’s arrest. Scarbrough was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Christopher Williford 03232018

Christopher M. Williford, 33 years of age, address: Chetta Ln. Morgan City, La., arrested on 03/23/2018 @ 10:30 a.m.

Charges:  Possession of SCH II CDS (Cocaine)
                  Possession of SCH II CDS (Hydrocodone)
                  Possession of SCH IV CDS (Alprazolam)
                  Disregard of Traffic Controls
                  Following Vehicles

Patrol officers observed a motorcycle in the area of Railroad Ave. following too close behind another vehicle almost striking it. The motorcycle was also observed failing to stop at a stop sign in the area. A stop was initiated and Christopher M. Williford was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, Williford was found to be in possession of suspected cocaine, Hydrocodone, and Alprazolam. Williford was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Police Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Vincent A. Thomas Jr., 24 years of age, address: Fourth St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 03/23/2018 @ 12:26 p.m. 
Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. to Pay Fine on 02/21/2018   (13 Counts)

Vincent A. Thomas 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. Thomas was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Jared Porche, 38 years of age, address: Sycamore St. Raceland, La., arrested on 03/23/2018 @ 4:37 p.m.

Charges: Driving under Suspension
                 Failure to use Restraints

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of LA 182 and the operator was not properly restrained. A stop was initiated and Jared Porche was identified as the operator of the vehicle. Porche’s Louisiana Driver’s License was found to be under suspension. Porche was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

James P. Chaisson, 51 years of age, address: W. 200 North St.  Orem, UT., arrested on 03/24/2018 @ 2:51 p.m.

Charges: Driving under Suspension
                 Possession of an Alcoholic Beverage in a Motor Vehicle
                 Fugitive

Patrol officers observed a vehicle being operated in the area of LA 182 with improper equipment. A stop was initiated and James P. Chaisson was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, Chaisson’s Louisiana Driver’s License was found to be under suspension. Chaisson was found to be in possession of an alcoholic beverage in the motor vehicle. Checks revealed that Chaisson held an active arrest warrant through the Utah County Sheriff’s Office. Chaisson was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Scott J. Comeaux Sr., 39 years of age, address: Roselawn Dr. Morgan City, La., arrested on 03/24/2018 @ 8:42 a.m.

Charges: Warrant: Contempt of Court
                 Warrant: Probation Violation

Scott J. Comeaux Sr. was located and arrested in the area of Roselawn Dr. on active arrest warrants held by the 6th Ward Morgan City Court. Comeaux was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Taylor Caldwell, 23 years of age, address: Live Oak Dr. Brusly, La., arrested on 03/25/2018 @ 12:28 a.m.

Charges: Fugitive

Taylor Caldwell was located and arrested in the area of Brashear Ave. on active arrest warrants held by the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office. Caldwell was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Ashlyn R. Gros, 26 years of age, address: Sun Rd. Morgan City, La., arrested on 03/25/2018 @ 6:31 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Theft under $1,000
                 Fugitive

Ashlyn R. Gros was located and arrested in the area of LA 182 on active arrest warrants held  by the Morgan City Police and Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office. The warrant from the Morgan City Police stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on March 06, 2018 when officers responded to the area of Victor II Blvd in regards to a theft. According to reports, Ashlyn R. Gros was developed as a suspect. Allegedly Gros took an item belonging to the victim. The investigation continued and warrants were prepared for Gros’ arrest. Gros was transported to the Morgan City Jail where she was booked and incarcerated.

Jacob T. Bergeron, 38 years of age, address: Sugarcane Rd. Houma, La., arrested on 03/25/2018 @ 7:40 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Criminal Neglect of Family (16th Judicial Court)
                 Warrant: F.T.A. for Child Support Hearing (17th Judicial Court)

Jacob T. Bergeron was located and arrested in the area of Front St. on active arrest warrants held by the 16th and 17th Judicial Courts. Bergeron was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Michelle Ocasio 03252018

Michelle Ocasio, 40 years of age, address: Cypress St. Amelia, La., arrested on 03/25/2018 @ 7:57 p.m.

Charges: Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense
                 Improper Lane Usage
                 Possession of SCH II CDS (Hydrocodone)

Patrol officers responded to the area of Victor II Blvd in regards to a vehicle being operated in a reckless manner. A description of the vehicle was obtained and when officers arrived in the area the suspected vehicle was located. The vehicle was being operated in an erratic manner. A stop was initiated and Michelle Ocasio was identified as the operator of the vehicle. According to reports, Ocasio was found to be in an intoxicated state. Ocasio performed poorly on Standardized Field Sobriety Test. Ocasio was arrested and transported to the Morgan City Jail for Chemical Testing which she refused to submit to. Ocasio was found to be in possession of suspected Hydrocodone during a search. Ocasio was booked into the Morgan City Jail and incarcerated.

Zachary Trahan, 17 years of age, address: Aucoin  St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 03/25/2018 @ 11:07 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: Disturbing the Peace

Zachary Trahan was located and arrested in the area of Aucoin St. on active arrest warrants held by the Morgan City Police. The warrant stems from an investigation conducted by patrol officers on January 31, 2018, when Trahan allegedly caused a disturbance in the presence of the victim. The investigation continued and warrants were prepared for Trahan’s arrest. Trahan was transported to the Morgan City Jail where he was booked and incarcerated.

Seth Martin, 26 years of age, address: Morgan City, La., arrested on 03/25/2018 @ 11:45 p.m.

Charges: Warrant: F.T.A. for Arraignment on 02/20/2018

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

Katherine Stoute 03262018

Katherine V. Stoute, 26 years of age, address: Mallard St. Morgan City, La., arrested on 03/26/2018 @ 3:06 a.m.

Charges: Possession of SCH III CDS (Subutex)
                 Possession of Marijuana
                 Driving under Suspension