Suspect sought in Assumption killing; St. Martin woman accused of shooting brother

(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.)

Assumption Parish authorities are working with the U.S. Marshals Service and other agencies to find the man suspected of killing one man and wounding two others April 16.
In St. Martin, deputies arrested a Breaux Bridge woman accused of shooting her brother “in the face area,” the St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s office said.

Assumption
Sheriff Leland Falcon is again advising the public that Ronald J. Vallejo, 30, Violet Street, Labadieville, is wanted for first-degree murder in the April 16 shooting death of Travin K. Smith, 30, Violet Street, Labadieville. That shooting occurred in the 100 block of Violet Street.
Vallejo is accused of shooting and killing Smith and wounding two other people.
Vallejo is wanted on charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a stolen firearm and aggravated criminal damage to property.
The Sheriff’s Office warns everyone not to approach this suspect in any manner if you see him but to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 985-526-1627 or the Communications Division at 985-369-2912.
—Tyler Joseph Chenevert, 26, La. 621, Gonzales, was arrested Wednesday on charges of obstruction of justice, possession of methamphetamine, aggravated flight from an officer, two counts of resisting an officer, no driver’s license, no license plate, switched license plate, and tail lights required, and on a hold for Probation and Parole.
The charges resulted from a traffic violation Wednesday night in Pierre Part.
A uniformed patrol officer observed a vehicle commit a traffic violation and attempted an investigative stop of the vehicle. The violator continued west toward Belle River, crossed the Belle River Bridge and turned toward Bayou Pigeon at speeds in excess of 95 mph.
Iberville Parish joined in the pursuit and at some point, the suspect vehicle lost control near White Castle.
The driver and one passenger fled on foot. The suspect driver, Chenevert, was captured after a brief foot pursuit. The passenger remains at large. During the pursuit, the passenger allegedly tossed a package from the vehicle, and that package is suspected of containing illegal narcotics. Illegal drugs were also seized from the vehicle.
Chenevert was transferred back to Assumption Parish and booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Facility pending a bond hearing.
Deputies are continuing their efforts to locate the passenger.

St. Martin
Sheriff Becket Breaux said Monday’s arrest of Mona Duhon, 35, Kathy Drive, Breaux Bridge, resulted from a shooting that day in the 1000 block of Saltmine Highway.
On arrival, deputies located a man who had been shot in the facial area. He was transported to an area hospital for further medical treatment.
An investigation regarding the shooting was initiated, and it was determined the victim was involved in a disturbance with his sister, Duhon, who allegedly shot the victim.
The suspect was arrested and booked into the St. Martin Parish Correctional Center. Bond has been set at $150,000.

St. Mary
Parish Sheriff Blaise Smith advised that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 31 complaints and made these arrests:
—Roy Miller, 68, Crowley, was arrested at 4:51 p.m. Wednesday on charges of driving on roadway laned for traffic, open container and driving while intoxicated. Bail was set at $3,250.
—Willie Joseph Johnlouis Jr., 33, Jeanerette, was arrested at 1:56 a.m. Thursday on charges of improper lane usage, driving under suspension, possession of marijuana and possession of a legend drug without a prescription.
Johnlouis was released on a summons to appear Aug. 19.
—Devante Sons, 21, New Iberia, was arrested at 3:16 a.m. Thursday on charges of driver must be licensed and possession of drug paraphernalia. Sons was released on a summons to appear Aug. 19.
—Leann Touchet, 22, Jeanerette, was arrested at 3:16 a.m. Thursday on a charge of possession of marijuana. Touchet was released on a summons to appear Aug. 19.
—Malik Domoquillo Phillips, 25, Jeanerette, was arrested at 3:16 a.m. Thursday on charges of possession of marijuana, resisting officer or arrest, and obstruction of justice (tampering). No bail has been set.
—Heather Latiolais, 25, New Iberia, was arrested at 3:16 a.m. Thursday on charges of possession with intent to distribute Schedule II drugs and two counts of sale, distribution or possession of a legend drug without a prescription. No bail has been set.

Morgan City
Police Chief James F. Blair reported that over the last 24-hour period, the Morgan City Police Department responded to 44 calls for service and made these arrests:
—Brett Michael Givens, 30, La. 182, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:56 a.m. Wednesday on a warrant for criminal damage to property less than $1,000, resisting an officer and attempting to disarm a police officer.
—Chad Everett Monk, 37, North First Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 6 p.m. Wednesday on a warrant for domestic abuse battery and aggravated battery.

Berwick
Police Chief David Leonard reported this arrest:
—Al’Keirria Lewis, 20, Sandi Drive, Patterson, was arrested at 11:55 p.m. Wednesday on charges of possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, child restraints and speeding 60 mph in a 30 mph zone.
About 11:38 p.m. Wednesday, a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle for speeding 60 mph in a 30 mph zone. Officers made contact with Lewis and advised her of the reason of the stop.
During the course of the traffic stop, a small infant was observed in the front seat with no child seat. Through the course of the investigation, an odor of marijuana was detected being emitted from the vehicle. Lewis admitted to having a small amount inside.
A search of the vehicle was done and marijuana and items of drug paraphernalia were located. Lewis was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where she was booked.

Franklin
Police Chief Morris Beverly reported that the Police Department responded to 14 complaints over the past 24 hours and made these arrests:
—Joseph Daniels, 24, Samuel Street, Franklin, was arrested at 5:18 p.m. Wednesday on a charge of driving while intoxicated (first offense). Daniels was booked, processed and released on a $2,500 bond.
—Travis Sophus, 36, Gumpoint Lane, Franklin, was arrested at 8:27 p.m. Wednesday on 16th Judicial District Court warrants for failure to appear on the charges of second-degree battery and domestic abuse battery. Sophus was booked, processed and transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center.