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Ascension Parish

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law-enforcement2 years ago

Supervisor Deputy Arrested for Alleged Excessive Force

Staff Sergeant Seth Boudreaux, a supervisor at the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office, has been arrested and charged with simple battery and malfeasance in office for allegedly using excessive force while responding to a domestic violence incident. Body cam footage released by Sheriff Bobby Webre showed Boudreaux punching the suspect, Darrin Regira Jr., after he allegedly tried to pull away from the deputy. Boudreaux has been terminated from his position, and Regira has been charged with domestic abuse, battery, and child endangerment.

natural-disasters2 years ago

"Massive Fire Engulfs Prairieville, Prompting Evacuations and State of Emergency"

Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment has declared a state of emergency as firefighters battle a large fire along Highway 42 in Prairieville, Louisiana. Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for residents living on Terraceside Drive and Pineside Avenue, while Parkside Avenue is under voluntary evacuation. The Emergency Operation Center has been activated, and a shelter has been opened for affected residents. Fire trucks are stationed near subdivisions to prevent the fire from spreading, and no injuries have been reported. The public is advised to avoid the area.

natural-disasters2 years ago

"Highway 42 Fires Prompt Ascension Parish President to Declare State of Emergency"

An evacuation order was lifted for residents near a wildfire in Ascension Parish, Prairieville, after firefighters worked to contain the fire that had consumed over 150 acres. The fire had been burning for over a week, prompting a state of emergency declaration. Although residents were allowed to return home, crews remained on the scene to monitor the situation and prevent the fire from reaching homes. No injuries were reported.

natural-disasters2 years ago

Ascension Parish Wildfire: Evacuation Order Lifted, Crews Stay on Scene

An evacuation order was lifted for residents near a wildfire in Ascension Parish, Prairieville, after firefighters worked to contain the fire that had consumed over 150 acres. The fire had been burning for over a week, prompting a state of emergency declaration. Although residents were allowed to return home, crews remained on the scene overnight to ensure the fire did not threaten homes. No injuries were reported.