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Morgan City police radio logs for Dec. 22-25

Tue, 12/26/2023 - 1:34pm

The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Friday, Dec. 22
6:12 a.m. Elm Street; Patrol
7:23 a.m. 700 block of David Drive; Alarm.
7:40 a.m. 1300 block of Front Street; Medical.
8:47 a.m. U.S. 90 West; Traffic incident.
8:50 a.m. 1000 block of Ninth Street; Traffic incident.
9:42 a.m. 200 block of Onstead Street; Medical.
9:48 a.m. Federal Avenue; Traffic incident.
10:17 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Disturbance.
12:21 p.m. 1100 block of Seventh Street; Crash.
1:06 p.m. Fifth/Freret streets; Arrest.
1:19 p.m. 600 block of Terrebonne Street; Complaint.
3:31 p.m. 2000 block of Keith Street; Lost and found.
3:57 p.m. David Drive/La. 182; Crash.
5:13 p.m. 900 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Alarm.
5:48 p.m. 1400 block of Sandra Street; Alarm.
6:16 p.m. Fifth/Maine streets ; Suspicious person.
7:19 p.m. 500 block of Fifth Street; Complaint.
7:58 p.m. Catherine Street; Reckless driver.
8:17 p.m. 1400 block of Federal Avenue; Suspicious person.
8:28 p.m. 500 block of Bush Street; Officer stand by.
8:57 p.m. Bowman Street/Federal Avenue; Suspicious person.
9:12 p.m. 700 block of Franklin Street; Subject removal.
9:21 p.m. 1800 block of Dale Street; Medical.
9:23 p.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Theft.
Saturday, Dec. 23
1:03 a.m. St. Clair/Front streets; Assistance.
2:02 a.m. 600 block of Brashear Avenue; Fight.
3:23 a.m. 600 block of Arenz Street; Assistance.
4:46 a.m. Victor II Boulevard/Redwood Street; Drunk.
8:26 a.m. 1000 block of Marguerite Street; Reckless operation.
10:24 a.m. U.S. 90 East; Reckless operation.
10:26 a.m. 400 block of First Street; Animal complaint.
11:25 a.m. 500 block of Brashear Avenue; Welfare concern.
2:02 p.m. Brashear Avenue/Second Street; Arrest.
3:20 p.m. 100 block of Canary Street; Assistance.
3:33 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
3:57 p.m. 100 block of Marquis Manor; Complaint.
4:51 p.m. Aycock Street/La. 182; Assistance.
5:21 p.m. 2600 block of Fir Street; Alarm.
5:36 p.m. 2400 block of Cypress Street; Complaint.
6:56 p.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Drunk.
7:06 p.m. Glenwood/Aycock streets; Loud music.
7:16 p.m. 100 block of Oak Street; Domestic.
8:38 p.m. 7000 block of La. 182; Theft.
9:44 p.m. Catherine Street; Fireworks.
9:49 p.m. 300 block of Franklin Street; Stalled vehicle.
10:02 p.m. Pine Street; Medical.
10:04 p.m. 7700 block of La. 182; Reckless driving.
10:16 p.m. Federal Avenue/Terrebonne Street; Suspicious person.
10:25 p.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Complaint.
11:03 p.m. 2400 block of Cypress Street; Medical.
11:04 p.m. Glenwood/Patton streets; Loud music.
11:17 p.m. 1800 block of Filmore Street; Disturbance.
11:21 p.m. 900 block of Fourth Street; Loud music.
Sunday, Dec. 24
2:55 a.m. 700 block of Belanger Street; Medical.
4:31 a.m. 1200 block of David Drive; Medical.
6:34 a.m. Cottonwood Street; Removal of Subject.
8:39 a.m. 2600 block of Fir Street; Alarm.
8:43 a.m. David Drive; Theft.
8:46 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Medical.
9:11 a.m. 3300 block of Youngs Road; 911 hang up.
9:58 a.m. 200 block of Headland Street; Medical.
10:24 a.m. 1000 block of Greenwood Street; Disturbance.
11:02 a.m. 600 block of Aucoin Street; Complaint.
11:33 a.m. U.S. 90 West; Crash.
12:23 p.m. 3100 block of Jennie Drive; Medical.
1:22 p.m. Greenwood/Second streets; Lost and found.
2:05 p.m. U.S. 90 East; Stalled vehicle.
3:20 p.m. 300 block of Leona Street; Fire.
3:42 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Complaint.
4:01 p.m. 900 block of Seventh Street; Arrest.
4:42 p.m. 1400 block of Federal Avenue; Crash.
5:41 p.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Lost and found.
7:06 p.m. 1200 block of South Prescott Street; Burglar alarm.
7:51 p.m. Sixth/Marguerite streets; Suspicious person.
9:10 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Disturbance.
9:32 p.m. 1900 block of Cedar Street; Complaint.
9:37 p.m. 700 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Smoke alarm.
10:31 p.m. Levee Road/Apple Street; Suspicious person.
10:43 p.m. Keith Street; Loud music.
11:57 p.m. 1000 block of Eighth Street; Fireworks.
Monday, Dec. 25
Midnight 600 block of Louisa Street; Loud music.
12:06 a.m. 1200 block of David Drive; Fireworks.
12:16 a.m. Keith Street; Loud music.
12:16 a.m. 1400 block of Lakewood Drive; Fireworks.
12:28 a.m. 1500 block of North First Street; Alarm.
3:02 a.m. Fourth Street; Disturbance.
3:47 a.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Assistance.
3:59 a.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Burglar alarm.

LUKE JOSEPH GUILLOT

Tue, 12/26/2023 - 9:05am

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Luke Joseph Guillot, a former longtime resident of Bayou Vista, who passed away as the result of an automobile accident on Saturday, December 16, 2023, in Huntsville, AL, where he was recently residing for work.

Luke was born in Morgan City on April 16, 1989 and was the eldest of three sons born to Joe and Jenny Guillot. He worked in the Commercial Construction Industry and was currently employed as a Superintendent with Impetus, a job he truly loved which kept him on the move. Luke was the epitome of what a friend should be. No matter what the circumstance, he could be counted on to be there. His charismatic personality exuded joy and a soaring spirit, living life to the fullest in his all too brief 34 years. Luke was always up for an adventure with family and friends. Those who knew him best will remember him with a deep fondness, not only for all of the goofy laughs, horrible jokes and even worse dance moves, but especially for the love he shared and his contagious spontaneity. This side of eternity is a lesser place without his light in it. He will be deeply missed by all.

Those Luke leaves to cherish his memory include his parents, Galen "Joe" Guillot and Jenny Winchester Guillot; his brothers, Adam Reed Guillot and his wife Mackenzie and Eric Matthew Guillot; his nephew, Reed Michael Guillot; his niece and godchild, Marilyn Elizabeth Guillot; his paternal grandfather, Beverly Guidry and his wife Ranette; four uncles, Lloyd Guillot Jr. and his wife Karen, Shelby Guillot and his wife Judy, Coy Winchester, and Dancy Winchester; four aunts, Bonnie McManus, Cindy LeBlanc (his godmother) and her husband Bill, Carmen Hebert and her husband Jacque, and Erin Guidry; as well as a host of cousins, extended family, and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Lloyd Guillot Sr.; his paternal grandmother, Lydia Guidry Michel and her husband Dudley; maternal grandparents, Danny Winchester and Cynthia Luke Winchester; his uncle Brady Guidry; his uncle and godfather, Ted McManus; and two cousins, Kelin Ray Guillot and Kristi Guillot Borel.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at St. Bernadette Church Hall in Bayou Vista on Thursday, December 28, 2023, from 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM at which time we will process to the church for a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 PM. Inurnment will follow in the Morgan City Cemetery. Father Thainese Alphonse will be the Celebrant for the Mass and conduct the services.

Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary, Inc., 1111 Lia Street, Patterson, LA 70392, (985)-395-7873.

Battery and assault arrests reported; man booked in 2022 armed robbery

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 11:13am

Staff Report

(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.)

Morgan City, St. Mary and Patterson authorities reported arrests on battery or assault charges Thursday, while Franklin police booked a man wanted on kidnapping and armed robbery warrants.

St. Mary

Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff's Office responded to 45 complaints and made these arrests:

--Shawn Casey Lovell Jr., 20, Bayou Vista, was arrested at 11:36 p.m. Thursday on a charge of aggravated assault with a firearm. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Mavis Sue Pontiff, 49, Baldwin, was arrested at 8:46 p.m. Thursday on a warrant for failure to appear on charges of improper use of registration, license plates, or license; failure to secure registration; and operating a motor vehicle not covered by security. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Tiesha Rockel Carbin, 22, Morgan City, was arrested at 12:30 p.m. Thursday on a warrant alleging failure to appear on a charge of conspiracy to distribute cocaine. Bail has not been set at this time.

Morgan City

Chief Chad M. Adams reported that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Morgan City Police Department responded to 41 calls for servcie and made these arrests:

--Kendall D. Rounds, 36, Cottage Way, Thibodaux, was arrested at 5:20 p.m. Thursday on a charge of simple battery.
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--Travis M. Roberts, 27, Kerns, Utah, was arrested at 2:46 p.m. Thursday on charges of maximum speed limit, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

--Victoria R. Rodriguez, 27, Kern, Utah, was arrested at 2:46 p.m. Thursday on charges of possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

--Keith A. Clark, 50, Railroad Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at midnight Thursday on a warrant alleging failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

Patterson

Chief Garrett Grogan reported these arrests:

--Tylon J. Walton, 20, St. Michael Street, Patterson, was arrested at 9:08 p.m. Thursday on charges of domestic abuse battery by strangulation and simple criminal damage to property. Walton was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with no bond set

--Justin V. Ackman, 27, Main Street, Patterson, was arrested at 8:11 p.m. Thursday on charges of improper display of a license plate, no taillights and refusing to sign citation. Ackman is incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with bond set at $530.

Franklin

Chief Cedric Handy reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to five complaints over the last 24-hour reporting period and made these arrests:

--Robert Andrews, Jr., 35, Brook Hollow Lane, Mesquite, Texas, was arrested on at 2:47 p.m. Thursday on a warrant dated April 6, 2022, alleging aggravated kidnapping and armed robbery. Andrews was booked, processed and held on a $1,250,000 bond.

At 4:29 a.m. April 4, 2022, officers with the Franklin Police Department responded to a complaint of an armed robbery at a local business located on Main Street. Officers learned that a male subject went into the business armed with a weapon and demanded money from the employee.

Detectives with the Franklin Police Department were able to develop a person of interest shortly after the incident

The Franklin Police Department thanked the Dallas County Sheriff's Office for assistance with the arrest.

--Christian Druilhet, 25, Henshaw Drive, New Iberia, was arrested at 9:30 p.m. Thursday on warrants for the New Iberia Police Department alleging violations of protective orders.
Druilhet was booked, processed and transported to the New Iberia Police Department.

Assumption

Sheriff Leland Falcon reported these arrests:

--Da’Khari Tywan Clark, 21, La. 182, Berwick, was booked Thursday on 11 counts of simple simple burglary.

The burglaries date back to January 2022.

On Jan. 22, 2022, deputies responded to multiple complaints of automobile burglaries in the Griffin Court area of Bayou L'Ourse. Deputies responded and initiated an investigation and identified 11 vehicles that had been burglarized.

Detectives were able to locate electronically generated evidence that led to the identification of a suspect vehicle.

During the same period, the suspect vehicle was connected to burglaries in the Stephensville and Gibson areas. Detectives were able to identify Clark as a suspect in the Bayou L’Ourse burglaries and were able to place him in the same areas and at the time as those burglaries.

At the conclusion of the investigation, detectives secured arrest warrants charging Clark with 11 counts of simple burglary.

Clark was booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Center on Thursday and was then returned to the Lafourche Parish Correction Center, where he is being held on local charges there.

Clark remains incarcerated with bond set at $82,500 on the Assumption charges.

--Stanley Peter Feist III, 20, Goode Street, Houma, was arrested Thursday on a charge of possession of methamphetamine.

The charges result from a suspicious person complaint on Elaine Street in Bayou L’Ourse.

Uniformed patrol deputies encountered an individual on a bicycle wearing a mask.

Deputies made contact with the subject, identified as Feist, and initiated an interview with Feist.

At some point, deputies conducted a protective search of Feist and his backpack and seized a quantity of methamphetamine from the backpack.

Feist was arrested and booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Center pending a bond hearing.

Police: Man injured in jump from elevated U.S. 90 in Morgan City

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 10:49am

A man was in serious condition Friday after jumping from an elevated portion of U.S. 90 Thursday in Morgan City, police said.

The 47-year-old man, whose identity was not released, told officers who answered the call about 11 p.m. that he jumped from the elevated highway, Morgan City police Capt. Betty Augman said. He fell into the yard of a Susan Drive home.

He was transported to an out-of-town medical facility.

Morgan City police radio logs for Dec. 20-21

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 9:26am

The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Wednesday, Dec. 20
7:47 a.m. 600 block of General Hodges Street; Animal complaint.
8:05 a.m. 7300 block of La. 182; Alarm.
8:44 a.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Juvenile complaint.
8:50 a.m. Sixth/Marguerite streets; Stalled vehicle.
10:25 a.m. 1000 block of Kimberly Drive; Welfare concern.
10:28 a.m. 300 block of Egle Street; Medical.
10:44 a.m. 1500 block of Victor II Boulevard; Suspicious subject.
11:33 a.m. 500 block of Levee Road; Disturbance.
12:21 p.m. 1200 block of Onstead Street; Complaint.
12:50 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Medical.
1:38 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Telephone harassment.
1:40 p.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Arrest.
1:40 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
2:43 p.m. 300 block of Terrebonne Street; Animal complaint.
3:29 p.m. 700 block of Terrebonne Street; Juvenile complaint.
4:05 p.m. 500 block of Bowman Street; Hit and run.
5:40 p.m. 600 block of Terrebonne Street; Disturbance.
6:02 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
6:43 p.m. Area of U.S. 90; Reckless driver.
7:06 p.m. 1400 block of Railroad Avenue; Medical.
7:21 p.m. 7300 block of La. 182; 911 hang up.
7:52 p.m. Area of Mount Street/Railroad Avenue; Complaint.
8:32 p.m. Area of Brashear/Federal avenues; Reckless driver.
8:36 p.m. Area of Roderick Street; Suspicious person/vehicle.
9:34 p.m. 200 block of Glenwood Street; Medical.
10:26 p.m. 600 block of Terrebonne Street; Complaint.
10:38 p.m. 700 block of Onstead Street; Discharging firearms.
11:08 p.m. 1000 block of First Street; Alarms.
12:52 a.m. 600 block of Terrebonne Street; Complaint.
1:35 a.m. 800 block of Sacred Heart Drive; Theft.
1:58 a.m. Area of East Boulevard; Suspicious person/vehicle.
5:07 a.m. 1000 block of Third Street; Theft.
5:41 a.m. 1500 block of Filmore Street; Complaint.
Thursday, Dec. 21
8:06 a.m. 900 block of Spruce Street; Patrol.
8:07 a.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Complaint.
8:20 a.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Complaint.
8:36 a.m. 900 block of Spruce Street; Disturbance.
9:52 a.m. 100 block of Glenwood Street; Juvenile complaint.
10:20 a.m. 1000 block of La. 70; Theft.
11:06 a.m. 500 block of Levee Road; Complaint.
1:17 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
1:42 p.m. U.S. 90 East; Complaint.
1:47 p.m. 500 block of Second Street; Medical.
2:06 p.m. U.S. 90 West; Stalled vehicle.
2:28 p.m. U.S. 90 East; Two arrests.
3:03 p.m. 200 block of Everett Street; Alarm.
3:22 p.m. 100 block of Louisa Street; Alarm.
3:51 p.m. 700 block of Belanger Street; Medical.
4:54 p.m. U.S. 90; Complaint.
4:58 p.m. 300 block of First Street; Alarm.
5:12 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Warrant.
5:25 p.m. Greenwood/Ninth streets; Crash.
5:48 p.m. 900 block of First Street; Welfare concern.
6:33 p.m. 1000 block of La. 70; Medical.
8:07 p.m. Area of U.S. 90; Complaint.
8:18 p.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Lost and found property.
8:22 p.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Complaint.
9:23 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Suspicious person/vehicle.
10:35 p.m. 700 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Complaint.
Midnight 600 block of General MacArthur Street; Medical.
12:34 a.m. 1400 block of Federal; Complaint.
1:35 a.m. 700 block of Belanger Street; Medical.

NORMA STELLY BEAUGH

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 8:24am

Norma Stelly Beaugh, 98, a native of Arnaudville, former resident of Opelousas and Morgan City, died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023.
She is survived by four children, Diane Fangue of New Iberia, George Beaugh Jr. of Centerville, Cynthia Deranger of Opelousas and Tim Beaugh of Houston; eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, a son, parents, two sisters and four brothers.
Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until services at noon, with a rosary at 10:30 a.m., at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Morgan City. Graveside services will follow in Morgan City Mausoleum.
Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

HARRIS JOSEPH SOILEAU, JR>

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 8:18am

Harris Joseph Soileau Jr. died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023.
He is survived by his wife, Christine Soileau; stepsons, Joshua Marks and Dean Marks Jr.; parents, Diana and Harris Soileau Sr.; sister, Vicky Sons; and a grandson.
Visitation will be Friday, 6-9 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at Twin City Funeral Home in Morgan City. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Patterson. Burial will follow in Morgan City Cemetery.
Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

CARLO WILLIAM STREVA, SR.

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 8:12am

August 22, 1941 — November 17, 2023
Funeral services for Carlo William Streva, Sr. will be held Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Bayou Vista during a 12:10 PM Memorial Mass of Christian Burial. Father Thainese Alphonse will be the Celebrant for the Mass. Inurnment will follow in the Patterson Protestant Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM at the church.
Carlo William Streva, Sr., age 82, of Bayou Vista, Louisiana, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, family man and businessman, died peacefully on Friday, November 17, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Morgan City, Louisiana on August 22, 1941, he was the second born of his parents, Frank William Streva Sr. and Hazel Lamury Streva.
Carlo was a well-known accountant and owned his own firm for over 40 years. He was a proud member of The Esquires Club. He was a trustee and on the board of directors of St. Bernadette Catholic Church for many years. He was a devoted Catholic and member of the Knights of Columbus. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his wife, family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Nita “Ann” Nuttall Streva; four children, David “Troy” Streva and his wife Maggie, Carlo William Streva, Jr., Rhonda Streva Perry, and Lynn Marie Streva; along with his sister, Ina Claire Streva Miller and her husband Bobby and brother, Frank William Streva Jr. and his wife Kathleen. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Ricky Perry and his wife Kayla, Shayla Hughes, Whitley Streva, Heather Perry and Jaden Streva; six great-grandchildren, Ethan and Alex Jones, Harper Hughes, Allie Perry, Mackenzi May and Bryson Perry; sister-in-law, Rebecca Richardson and her husband Carl; and many nieces and nephews.
Carlo will be welcomed into heaven by his parents Frank and Hazel Streva; sister, Bonita Streva Brizzard Cabell; a grandchild, sister-in-law, Debra Nuttall Justilian, brothers-in-law, Walter Brizzard Sr. and Fred Cabell, and nephew, Walter Brizzard Jr.
Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1111 Lia Street, Patterson, LA 70392, (985) 395-7873.

ADAM JOSEPH VERRETT

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 8:06am

July 2, 1941 — December 13, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Adam Joseph Verrett on December 13, 2023, at the age of 82. He was born on July 2, 1941, in his beloved hometown of Morgan City, Louisiana.
Adam was a vibrant and charismatic individual who lived life to the fullest. He was known for his infectious laughter, kind heart, and an adventurous spirit that led him to explore the world. Adam had a genuine love for traveling and would often be found embarking on new journeys, immersing himself in different cultures and meeting people from all walks of life.
Throughout his life, Adam had a keen interest in antique shopping and collecting unique treasures. Always on the lookout for hidden gems, he would spend countless hours hunting for rare artifacts and cherished pieces of history.
Adam’s warm and welcoming nature ensured that he never met a stranger. His ability to connect with people on a deep level created lasting relationships wherever he went. He was adored by his family and will be dearly missed by his surviving relatives, including his brother Aaron Verrett, sister Jane Pierron, nieces, Casey Kowatch (Tom), Katie Stafford (Steve), Lauren Toups (Dylan) and numerous cousins. His loyal companion and best friend, Bruno. Also all of his special friends in the French Quarter.
Adam was preceded in death by his parents, Preston and Hilda Verrett, partner, Joe Parrino Jr. and nephew, Chad Barras.

School Board Christmas card artwork winners

Fri, 12/22/2023 - 7:54am

The Review/Bill Decker
The St. Mary Parish School Board on Dec. 14 recognized the winners in the board’s Christmas card artwork contest. Shown from left are board President Alaina Black; grand champion Geraldine Robles, a Morgan City High freshman; Ja’Layiah Smith, 6-12 category, a Morgan City High junior; Timothy Truong III, K-5 category, a Centerville third-grader; and Superintendent Dr. Buffy Fegenbush.