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A Honduran woman illegally in the U.S. ran a red light in Slidell, struck a government vehicle involved in immigration enforcement, and was taken into custody for traffic violations and immigration status, with no injuries reported.
Slidell, Louisiana, police officer Rodney West recounts his terrifying experience riding out an EF-2 tornado in his patrol car, describing it as overwhelming and reminiscent of a car bomb explosion. Bodycam footage shows West's chaotic rescue efforts after the storm, including helping a trapped woman in a car and ensuring the safety of others in severely damaged buildings. The town is now focused on cleanup and recovery efforts, with the National Weather Service upgrading the tornado to an EF-2 with estimated winds of 120 mph over a 9.3-mile path.
Deadly severe weather, including at least an EF-1 tornado, tore through Slidell, Louisiana, causing catastrophic damage. Tornado survivor Patricia Gill recounted the terrifying experience of the storm and the scramble to take cover, while another survivor, Donnie Payne, described the moment the tornado hit and the subsequent efforts to rebuild. The community is now focused on helping those in need and salvaging what they can as they begin the process of recovery.
The Slidell Police Department has urged residents to avoid the roads following extensive damage in South Slidell from a possible tornado, which caused destruction to buildings, trees, power lines, and several apartment complexes. More than 50 people were rescued, with reports of moderate injuries but no fatalities. The mayor advised people to steer clear of the area due to downed trees and power lines.
A tornado caused extensive damage in Slidell and eastern St. Tammany Parish, resulting in multiple minor and moderate injuries, power outages for over 35,000 customers, and the opening of two shelters. The storm brought heavy rain and wind, with wind gusts of 78 mph reported. St. Tammany Parish President declared a state of emergency, and Slidell's mayor also declared a state of emergency. The tornado caused widespread damage, with buildings, cars, and trees heavily affected, and police officers rescuing over 50 people trapped in an apartment complex.
One person was killed and two others were injured during a home invasion in the Slidell area of Louisiana. The incident occurred when a man broke into a residence and engaged in a fight with the two occupants. The intruder was killed at the scene, while the injured individuals were taken to hospitals. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident and believes the residence was targeted rather than chosen at random.
A shelter-in-place order has been lifted after an ammonia leak at Thompson Packers in Slidell, Louisiana prompted an evacuation of the facility. The leak has been contained to the building, and first responders have set up appropriate measures. Residents in the area were advised to take shelter, and streets were blocked off by law enforcement. Responders are still working the scene, and people are advised to avoid the area.
Slidell police are searching for Jamiel Naquon Miller, 25, who is accused of fatally shooting Tavante Willamson, 26, during an argument on Sunday night. Miller is considered to be armed and dangerous and is being sought on one count of second-degree murder. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or Slidell Police at 985-643-3131.
St. Tammany Parish's coroner identified Angel Smith and Rico Keller, both 31, as the estranged couple found dead inside a Slidell-area home in an apparent murder-suicide. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office is still investigating the homicide, and autopsies of the victims will be performed on Monday. Two of the couple's children were found inside the house and were placed in the care of the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services.