Thursday, May 27, 2010

Two former Nicholls athletes to be inducted

Former Nicholls football great Mark Carrier and men's basketball star Larry Wilson will be enshrined in the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in Natchitoches, La. The induction ceremony will begin with a reception on June 24.

Carrier played at Nicholls from 1983-86, and finished as the Colonels all-time leader in catches (147), receiving yards (2,709) and touchdowns (24). After his illustrious collegiate career, the Church Point, La. native went on to have a 12-year NFL career that included an All-Pro season with Tampa Bay in 1989, and he holds the Buccaneers record for most receiving yards in a season with 1,422.

Wilson is a native of Raceland, La. and a product of Central Lafourche product was a three-time All-American, setting 42 Nicholls and Gulf South Conference records from 1975-79. He still stands as the all-time leading scorer in school history, while holding many other records.

St Mary Parish Drug Task Force 5/27

The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force reports the following arrests:

Avery Bolden 30 yoa of 301 Gumpoint Lane, Franklin was arrested yesterday evening for Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute and Failure to Signal. Agents of the Narcotics Task force were patrolling the St. Joseph area, when they conducted a traffic stop for suspect vehicle failing to signal. During investigation a bag of marijuana was located on suspect’s person. Agents also located several other bags of marijuana in suspect’s vehicle. After investigation Bolden was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office 5/27

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 45 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Ricky Daigle 44, of 131 Laura St., Patterson was arrested yesterday morning on a warrant for Disturbing the Peace. Daigle turned himself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for his arrest. Daigle was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Fallon M. Touchet 28 yoa of 810 Fletcher St., Franklin, was arrested yesterday afternoon for Simple Battery. Deputy was called to above location in reference a disturbance. Upon Deputy’s arrival it was learned from complainant that she and her daughter got into an argument with Fallon Touchet committing a battery upon her. Touchet was placed under arrest and released on a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Elton D. Jones Jr. , of 214 Arizona St. Apt. # 3, Morgan City was arrested yesterday afternoon on a warrant for Failure to Comply with Drug Court. Suspect was located at his residence, placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $100,000.00 bond at this time.

Rico Trovan Williams, 21, of 338 Sorrell Railroad Road, Jeanerette. was arrested on yesterday afternoon for Resisting an Officer by Flight, Careless Operation, No Driver’s License and a warrant for Second Degree Battery. Agents were patrolling Pepper Road in the Four Corners area, when Williams' vehicle crossed the double yellow lines and a traffic stop was conducted. Upon Vehicle stopping suspect exited vehicle and fled on foot with Agents giving chase. Williams was apprehended and placed under arrest. After investigation, Williams was booked into the parish jail on above charges with no bond at this time.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

St Mary Parish Drug Task Force 5/26

The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force reports the following arrests:

Melvin Duval Jr., 44, of 701 Versen St. in Berwick, was arrested late last night for Possession of Marijuana. Agents of the Narcotics Task Force were patrolling Sixth St. in Berwick, when they stopped Duval while he was walking. After an investigation, he was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Cybil Andorf 35, of 1305 Middle Road, Bayou Vista, was also arrested last night, for possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of CDS in the Presence of a Juvenile, Failure to Use Signal and a warrant for Patterson Police Department for Failure to Appear for Traffic Violation.

Agents of the Narcotics Task Force were patrolling the Bayou Vista area, when Andorf's vehicle failed to signal. A traffic stop was conducted. During the deputies' investigation, consent to search was obtained, with a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia being located. Andorf was later placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail, with a $4750.00 bond at this time.

Joshua Johnson 24, of 211 Canary St. in Morgan City, Trent Madise 27, of 3115 Roselawn Dr. in Morgan City and Jenry Craft 28, of 1429 Railroad Ave. in Morgan City, were arrested
late last night for Possession of Marijuana and Craft also being charged with Possession of Xanax.

Agents were patrolling Orange St. in Morgan City when they observed suspect vehicle parked in a roadway going the Opposite direction. They conducted a traffic stop.

Upon approaching the vehicle, a burnt marijuana smell was emitting from the vehicle.

Agents conducted an investigation and located marijuana a pill bottle containing xanax in the vehicle. After investigation suspects were placed under arrest with Johnson being issued a summons to appear in court on Sept 8th, and Madise and Craft being booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

St Mary Parish Sheriff's Office 5/26

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 54 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Makia S. Renthorpe 25 yoa of 702 Marshall St., Morgan City was arrested yesterday at 11:49 am on a warrant for Terrebonne Parish, for Failure to Appear on the charge of Theft. She was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $500.00 bond and was later released.

Joseph T. Rogers III, 17 yoa of 9204 Cassie St., Jeanerette, was arrested early yesterday morning, on a warrant for Felony Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile. Rogers came into the Sheriff’s Office in reference an investigation; shortly after, he was placed under arrest on a warrant and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Sharon Harrington 56 yoa of 113 South Verret St., Amelia was arrested yesterday evening for Aggravated Battery and Domestic Abuse Battery. Deputy was called to above location in reference a disturbance. Upon Deputy’s arrival it was learned that suspect and her husband were arguing when Harrington picked up a shovel and hit her husband with it. Harrington was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

HOUMA POLICE LOOKING FOR 3 SUSPECTS IN ARMED ROBBERY

Houma Chief Todd Duplantis says his officers are still searching for
three men who robbed another man Monday night at 11pm as he was
walking on Dixie Avenue.

Duplantis said the 54 year old man was confronted by three other men, who chased
him before stealing his cell phone and wallet.

The suspects were described as:

A B/M, light skinned wearing a white t-shirt, dark shorts and white sneakers;
A B/M, dark skinned wearing white sleeveless t-shirt, dark colored jeans and a ball cap;
And another B/M, wearing dark clothing.

Anyone with information concerning this crime is asked to call 985-873-6371 or 985-873-6320.

Friday, May 21, 2010

MURDER SUSPECT ARRESTED


The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's office has arrested a suspect in the shooting
death of 17 year old D'Angelo "Yummy" Williams of Morgan City.

Charged on a warrant for Second Degree Murder is Quentin O’Bryan Lewis, 27 , of 1104 A. Pellerin Road in Jeanerette.

The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office arrested Lewis yesterday afternoon.

Lewis was already in the parish jail in Centerville, being held on other charges. That's where the sheriff's office imposed the warrant for Second Degree Murder.

A press conference will be held on the arrest, today at 11:00 am, on the 4th Floor of the St. Mary Parish Courthouse, in the Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff David A. Naquin says that last Saturday morning, deputies were called to Linda's One Stop in Four Corners, regarding a call, that someone was shot.

Naquin said that when deputies arrived on the scene, they found D’Angelo Williams, 17, of Morgan City, on the side of Linda's One Stop,with a gunshot wound to the head.

Willliams was pronounced dead on the scene.

St. Mary Sheriff's Office 5/21

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 49 complaints and reports these arrests:

Charles McCormick 35, of 415 Hwy 20 in Shriver, was arrested on a warrant from Terrebonne Parish, for Domestic Abuse Battery. A Deputy was called to Degravelle and Ford Industrial Road in Amelia in reference to a disturbance. Upon Deputy’s arrival subjects were located having a verbal altercation. The Deputy conducted warrant checks, and that's when he learnd of the warrant against McCormick.

Paige Keller 44, of 2702 Hayes Lane, Patterson was arrested on a warrant for Disturbing the Peace Fighting. Keller was located in the courthouse, placed under arrest on warrant and booked into the parish jail with a $250.00 bond. Keller was later released.

Durrell Thomas Lanceslin, 31, of 200 Thomas St. in Franklin, was arrested on a warrant for Reckless Operation, Resisting an Officer by giving False Identity, Resisting an Officer by Flight, Open Door in Lane of Traffic, Driving Under Suspension and No Insurance. Lanceslin turned himself into the Sheriff’s Office and was placed under arrest on warrant and booked into the parish jail with a $4500.00 bond. He was later released.

Darryl J. Perry II, 21 yoa, of 1403 Hwy 182 in Bayou Vista, and Tyger L. Norman 23, of 1811 M. St. in Patterson, were arrested on warrants for Unauthorized Use of an Access Card with Norman also being charged with Forgery. Both Suspects turned themselves into the Morgan City Sheriff’s Office after learning of warrants for their arrest. Both suspects were booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Charlie Melancon to hold town hall meeting tomorrow

Rep. Melancon to Hold Town Hall on Oil Disaster

U.S. Congressman Charlie Melancon will host a constituent town hall at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 22nd, in Houma, to listen to constituent concerns about the oil leak disaster in the Gulf of Mexico and provide information about the response efforts.

Representatives from the Coast Guard, BP, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Small Business Administration, and officials from Terrebonne, Lafourche and St. Mary Parishes will be available to help answer questions and listen to concerns.

Listen to KBZE on your cell phone

You can now listen to KBZE on your cell phone, however,
you must be able to access the internet on your phone.

Simply go to www.kbze.com, and touch "click here".

Should you have any problems, please e-mail us at
kbze.kfra@gmail.com

KFRA 1390AM TEMPORARILY OFF AIR

KFRA 1390AM will be temporarily off air until the
middle of next week.

We are working on a power and signal upgrade!

To all of our friends on the West End of St. Mary Parish,
Please spread the word!!!

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Congratulations to St Mary Police Academy Grads

Sheriff David A. Naquin announces that the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Department Training Academy graduated its 49th Basic Training Academy Class on May 19, 2010. A graduation dinner was held at the Forest Restaurant. The Basic Academy graduated 12 police officers representing the following departments. The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office, Franklin Police Department and Jeanerette Police Department.

The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office proudly presents the 49th Basic Training Academy Graduates:

Ryan Carlin, Christopher J. Crappell, David Istre, Jonathan Javier,
Jorman James, Dustin Kennedy, Patrick Lemaire,
Kenneth Martin, Lori A. Nelson, Charles Parker,
Chad Suire, and Willard Vignoe IV

St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office 5/20

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 39 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Daniel Miller 21 yoa of 211 Cedar St., Franklin was arrested on 5-19-2010 at 9:50 am for Domestic Abuse Battery and Probation Violation. Deputy was called to 130 St. Joseph Lane in reference to a disturbance. Upon deputy’s arrival it was learned from victim that she and suspect got into an argument with suspect committing a battery upon her and leaving the residence. Deputy went to above address and located suspect. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Melony D. August 41 yoa of 525 Egle St., Morgan City was arrested on 5-19-2010 at 3:29 pm on a warrant for Issuing Worthless Checks. Deputy was patrolling the Amelia area, when she conducted a traffic stop on above suspect. During investigation it was learned that suspect had a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Ben P. Louviere Sr. 31 yoa of 1901 Pine St. # 7, Franklin was arrested on 5-19-2010 at 8:09 pm on two warrants for Failure to Appear for Drug Court. Suspect was located at above location, placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $200,000.00 bond at this time.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

ST MARY SHERIFF'S 5/19

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 46 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Oscar Stewart 18 yoa of 266 Eves St., Jeanerette was arrested on 5-18-2010 at 10:42 am on a warrant for Simple Battery. Suspect turned himself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for his arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $500.00 bond and was later released.

Tammy M. Foret 48 yoa of 806 Willard St., Morgan City was arrested on 5-18-2010 at 12:10 pm on warrants for Issuing Worthless Checks. Deputy was patrolling the Amelia area, when above suspect stopped Deputy in reference to a complaint. While speaking with suspect it was learned of warrants for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Courtney McBride 20 yoa of 114 T.J. Hatcherson St., Baldwin was arrested on 5-18-2010 at 2:15 pm on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charge of Criminal Damage to Property. Suspect turned herself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Crystal Thielepape 28 yoa of 272 Cane Road, Centerville was arrested on 5-18-2010 at 3:58 pm on warrants for Failure to Appear on the charge of Issuing Worthless Checks and Failure to Appear on the charge of Failure to Use Seatbelt. Suspect was located at her residence, placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail and was later released on her own recognizance.

ST MARY COMMUNITY ACTION OPENS CULINARY SCHOOL

St. Mary Community Action has opened a free culinary school for persons
interested in learning how to cook, operate a kitchen and perhaps a restaurant.

The classes are initially being held at St. Mary CAA’s central office, but will be moved to its permanent location on Magnolia Street in about two weeks.

The culinary school is being taught by Chief Donald Tulllier of Cypress Bayou Casino, who
has been a professional chef for twelve years, having worked at private country clubs, and at
Emeril Restaurant's in New Orleans.

He received his culinary training at Chef John Folse Culinary School in Thibodaux at
Nicholls State.

Almetra Franklin, CEO said the culinary school will impact the community immediately. ‘I am excited about the opportunity for people to receive wonderful training in an area that will benefit them,” Franklin said. It is needed and will pay off for families participating in the project.

Project Manager Denise Teno said the school is still accepting applications. For anyone interested in enrolling in the school, please call 337-828-5703.

BP OPENS OFFICE IN CHAUVIN

Terrebonne Parish President Michel Claudet is pleased to announce the opening of a BP claims office in Terrebonne Parish.

This latest claims office is located at 5703 Highway 56 in Chauvin and is scheduled to accept claims between the hours of 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, seven days a week.

Those wishing to seek claims should bring photo identification as well as all necessary documentation to verify income from previous years.

FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT - 5/19

Franklin Police Chief Sabria McGuire reports the following arrests over the past 72 hours:

ANDRE JONES, 41, of West Main Street, Patterson,
was arrested on a warrant issued by 16th Judicial District Court, charging him with Failure To Appear on the charge of Criminal Neglect of Family. Mr. Jones was additionally charged with Possession of Cocaine. Mr. Jones was processed and held on a $29,150.44 bond for the FTA and no bond set at time of press release to appear in 16th Judicial District Court on the narcotic charge.

WILLIE BOYD VERRETT, 51, of Hwy 87 - Franklin
was arrested on a warrant issued by 16th Judicial District Court - Iberia Parish, charging him with Failure To Appear on the charges of Speeding and Driving Under Suspension. Mr. Verrett was processed and released on a $5000.00 bond to appear in 16th Judicial District Court - Iberia Parish.

EDWARD MELTON, 39, of Alamo Drive - Houma, LA
was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated - 1st offense and No Drivers License. Mr. Melton was processed and held with no bond set at time of press release to appear in 3rd Ward City Court.

TORY JAMES PICHOFF, 19, of Hwy 90 - Franklin
was arrested on a warrant issued by 16th Judicial District Court, charging him with Failure To Appear on the charges of Direct Contempt and Speeding. Mr. Pichoff was processed and released to the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office.

ELOISE DARBY, 59, of Blakesley Street - Franklin
was issued a summons to appear in 16th Judicial District Court on the charge of Issuing Worthless Checks.

Monday, May 17, 2010

St Mary Sheriff looking for information, gunman

The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's office is looking for information and
details into the shooting death of a Morgan City man.

Sheriff David A. Naquin says that early Saturday morning, deputies were
called to Linda's One Stop in Four Corners, regarding a call, that someone
was shot.

Naquin said that when deputies arrived on the scene, they found
D’Angelo Williams, 17, of Morgan City, on the side of Linda's One Stop,
with a gunshot wound to the head. Willliams was pronounced dead on the scene.

Naquin said that both his office and the St. Mary Parish Corners Office are conducting
an investigation into the incident at this time.

Sheriff Naquin advises that if anyone has any information to please contact the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office Detective Division at 337-828-1960.

St. Mary Sheriff's 5/17

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 72 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 133 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Samantha R. Jones 26, of 1025 Cayce St., Franklin and Melva N. Rideaux 32 yoa of 806 Tenth St., Franklin were arrested last Friday, for Theft by Shoplifting. A Deputy was called to the Wal-mart in Bayou Vista in reference to shoplifters. Upon his arrival, store security advised him that suspects were observed concealing items in their purses. After an investigation, Jones and Rideaux were placed under arrest, and issued summons to appear in court.

In another matter, Charles D. Songy, 31, of 513 Kirk St., New Iberia was arrested on last Saturday, for Speeding and Driving Under Suspension. Deputy was patrolling Hwy 90 in the Patterson area, when Songy's vehicle was observed speeding. The Deputy the conducted a traffic stop and during his investigation learned that Songy was driving under suspension. Songy was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court.

Jonathan W. Polidore Jr. 21 yoa of 104 Edward Lane, Jeanerette was arrested on yesterday afternoon or Resisting an Officer by Flight, Resisting an Officer by Giving False Information and warrants for Failure to Appear for Revocation Hearing and Failure to Appear on the charges of Failure to Use Seatbelts, No Child Restraint and No Driver’s License.

A Deputy was patrolling the Four Corners area, when he conducted an investigative stop on Cypremort Road. Upon approaching Polidore, he fled on foot.

Polidore was later located at 1416 Cypremort Road, standing on the porch of a residence. Upon questioning Polidore, he gave the Deputy a false name. He was later placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

David P. Broussard 48 yoa of 9303 Walter Boutte St., Jeanerette was arrested early this morning on on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charges of Speeding and Expired Driver’s License. A Deputy was called to 980 Big Four Corners Road in reference to a disturbance. Upon the deputy’s arrival, contact was made with Broussard, however, the deputy, learned of a previous warrant for Broussard's arrest. Broussard was then placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail, with a $338.50 cash bond at this time.

Jose Rodriguez 33 yoa of 2011 Second St. in Amelia was arrested at 3:29 am this morning, on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charge of DWI. He was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

ST MARY PARISH SHERIFF 5/13

May 13, 2010

The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force reports the following arrests:

Robert A. Schexnayder III 31 yoa of 7227 Hwy 87, Charenton was arrested on 5-12-2010 at 3:53 pm for Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charge of Failure to use Seatbelt. Agents of the Narcotics Task force were patrolling Hwy 83 in the Baldwin area, when they conducted traffic stop on above suspect vehicle for crossing the fog line. Upon Agents conducting an investigation a rock of crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia were located on suspect’s person. It was also learned of a warrant for suspect’s arrest. After investigation Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

ST MARY PARISH SHERIFF 5/13

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 46 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Marshall D. Bell Jr. 32 yoa of 231 Easy St., Franklin was arrested on 5-12-2010 at 6:40 am for Driving Under Suspension, Speeding and a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charges of Driving Under Suspension and Improper Backing. Deputy was patrolling Irish Bend Road in Franklin and observed suspect vehicle speeding and conducted a traffic stop. During investigation it was learned that suspect was driving under suspension and had a warrant for his arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $2500.00 bond at this time.

Tammy S. Bailey 35 yoa of 2406 Apple St. Apt. 97, Morgan City was arrested on 5-12-2010 at 1:17 pm on a warrant for Theft by Fraud. Deputy was called to 1349 Joseph St. in Siracusa in reference to a disturbance. While Deputy was conducting an investigation it was learned that above suspect had a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $1000.00 bond and was later released.

Krystal D. Wilson 19 yoa of 629 Breaux Ave., Abbeville, La. was arrested on 5-12-2010 at 1:18 pm on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charges of Speeding and Driving under Suspension. Suspect turned herself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $700.00 bond and was later released.

On 5-12-2010 at 1:58 pm a Juvenile Male 16 yoa of Jeanerette was arrested for Simple Battery and Simple Assault. Deputy working at the St. Mary Parish Alternative School was advised by school official that two students were arguing when above suspect made a threat to the other student and committed a battery upon her. After investigation above juvenile was placed under arrest, processed and released to guardian pending juvenile court proceedings.

Lea Charles 43 yoa of 4616 Hwy 83, Franklin was arrested on 5-12-2010 at 6:02 pm on a warrant for Telephone Harassment. Suspect was located at her residence, placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $1000.00 bond and was later released.

FRANKLIN POLICE REPORTS 5/12

THE FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED TO 22 COMPLAINTS IN THE LAST 48 HORUS. CHIEF SABRIA MCGUIRE REPORTS THIS ARREST:

Brian Thomas, 42, of Main St - Franklin
was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated 2nd Offense and Driving Under Suspension. Mr. Thomas was processed and held with no bond set at time of Press Release to appear in 3rd Ward City Court.

ST MARY PARISH COUNCIL

The St. Mary Parish Council agreed to introduce four changes
to the parish's home rule charter, which would give raises,
and create term limits.

The Council wants to raise the salaries of all parish councilmen to
$800 a month, or $,9,600 a year.

The Council would also like to raisethe salary of the at-large parish
councilmen to $1,150 per month, or $13,800 a year.

A second change is to raise the salary of the parish president from
$12,000 a year to $36,000 a year.

The third change would be to create term limits for the St. Mary Parish
Council Seats. A council member who has represented any council
districts for more than two and one-half terms in three consecutive
terms cannot be elected for the succeeding term for any
council district. For example, if someone serves for eight years
representing one individual council seat, and two more for an at-large
council seat, they cannot run again for office. This practice has been
very common on the St. Mary Parish Council for years, in fact, since
the creation of a Parish Council from a Police Jury.

The fourth change would allow the parish to dock any council member's
pay, if he is absent from more than three regular monthly council
meetings, without a valid excuse from the St. Mary Parish President.
The councilman would have their pay cut in half indefinitely.

All of the changes are pegged for a final vote by the council, at its
next meeting on May 26th. That's when you, the public, can
appear before the council at a 5:45 p.m. public hearing, to offer your
input.

Whatever changes the council agrees upon, will be placed before voters
this fall, in November.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

St Mary Sheriff's Office 5/12

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 50 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Steven A. Butler 25 yoa of 116 Freeman St., Patterson was arrested on 5-11-2010 at 9:37 am on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charges of Simple Battery and Aggravated Assault. Suspect turned himself into the Morgan City Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for his arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $10,000.00 bond and was later released.

Thomas E. Davis III 40 yoa and Marilyn S. Rock 48 yoa both of 3087 Hwy 70, Morgan City were arrested on 5-11-2010 at 10:35 am on warrants for Failure to Comply with Drug Court. Suspects were located at heir residence, placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $100,000.00 bond at this time.

Velma Patterson 46 yoa of 142 A Clarke Road, Bayou Vista was arrested on 5-11-2010 at 10:45 am on a warrant for Criminal Mischief. Suspect was located at her residence, placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Barbara N. Pollard 45 yoa of 1423 Plum St., Patterson was arrested on a warrant for Issuing Worthless Checks. Suspect turned herself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $6000.00 bond and was later released.

Abrianna P. Stansbury 24 yoa of 420 Verdun Lane, Franklin was arrested on 5-11-2010 at 6:47 pm on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charges of Driving Under Suspension and Expired Inspection Sticker. Suspect turned herself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $750.00 bond and was later released.

St. Mary Drug Task Force 5/12

The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force repo the following arrests:

Andreas Jansen, 48, and Mark Webb, 26, both of 619 Kentucky St. in Morgan City, were arrested yesterday afternoon, with Jansen being charged with Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Loritab with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Xanax, Possession of Legend Drugs Risperdal and Cogentin with Intent to Distribute and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Webb was charged with Possession of Marijuana 2nd and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Agents of the Narcotics Task Force executed a search warrant at above location and located a large amount of marijuana (369 grams with approx. street value of $2000.00), Loritabs, Xanax, two Legend drugs along with drug paraphernalia. Agents also located a bag of marijuana on Webb’s person. After investigation suspects were placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

In another incident, Travis Johnson, 34, of 714 ½ Utah St. in Berwick, was arrested last night for Possession of Marijuana 3rd Offense. Agents of the Narcotics Task Force conducted a traffic stop on Utah St. in Berwick. During investigation a search of vehicle marijuana was located with suspect being placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT

MAY 11, 2010

CHIEF SABRIA MCGUIRE REPORTS THAT THE FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED TO 13 COMPLAINTS IN THE PAST 24 HOURS AND MADE THE FOLLOWING ARRESTS:

Jennifer Elmore, 28, of Cayce St - Franklin
was arrested on warrants for 16th Judicial District Court for Failure to Appear on two counts 2 of Issuing Worthless Checks.

Jeremy Simmons, 25, of Willow St - Franklin
was arrested and charged with Possession of Schedule III Narcotics.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT

Chief Sabria McGuire reports that the Franklin Police Department responded to 53 complaints over the past weekend and made the following arrests:


CRAIG ANTHONY ALEXANDER, 27, of Rod Lane - Baldwin
was arrested and charged with Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle and Driving Under Suspension.


TAMIKA L. DEJEAN, 23, of Cypremort Road - Franklin
was arrested on a Bench Warrant issued by 3rd ward City Court, charging her with Failure To Appear on the charged of Speeding IN NOVEMBER, Along with No Drivers License and No Vehicle Insurance in Force.


EARL CHARLES BRADLEY JR., 54, of Iberia Street - Franklin
was arrested and charged with Hit and Run Driving, Driving while intoxicated - 1st, Criminal Damage To Property, Driving Under Suspension, Expired Drivers License and Refusing To Submit (First Refusal). Mr. Bradley was processed and held with no bond set at time of press release to appear in 3rd Ward City Court.


LATARA REBECCA NAVY, 19, of Ninth Street - Franklin
was arrested and charged with Aggravated Battery on a Juvenile. Ms. Navy was processed and released on a $5000.00 bond to appear in 16th Judicial District Court.



JOSE' LUCAS, 29, of Capri Court - Houma, LA
was arrested and charged with Speeding 81/70 and No Drivers License. Mr. Lucas was processed and released to appear in 16th Judicial District Court.


VONLEY PIERRE JOSEPH, 23, of Seventh Street - Franklin, LA
was arrested and charged with Criminal Trespass and Resisting An Officer By Flight. Mr. Joseph was processed and held with no bond set at time of press release to appear in 3rd Ward City Court.


BRANDON LAMARK SCHEXNAYDER, 33, of Weber Street - Franklin
was arrested on a warrant dated March 31, 2010, charging him with Resisting An Officer By Flight and a Bench Warrant issued by 3rd Ward City Court, charging him with Failure To Appear on the charge of Suspended Drivers License. Mr. Schexnayder was additionally charged with Simple Escape, Resisting An Officer By Flight, Resisting and Officer By Force and Violence, Possession of Schedule II Narcotics (Cocaine), Possession of Schedule II Narcotics (Oxycodone), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - 2nd offense, Possession of a Legend Drug and Simple Assault. Mr. Schexnayder was processed and held to appear in both 3rd Ward City Court and 16th Judicial District Court.


CORD ROBERSON GREEN, 22, of Cedar Street - Franklin
was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault and Disturbing The Peace. Mr. Green was processed and released on a $1250.00 bond to appear in 3rd Ward City Court.

NICHOLLS TO BE TOBACCO-FREE

NICHOLLS TO BE TOBACCO-FREE

THIBODAUX – Nicholls State University will become a tobacco-free campus effective Jan. 1, 2011. The use of tobacco in any form will be prohibited.

“This policy change comes after much discussion and deliberation on campus,” Renee Piper, director of university relations, said. “The university has committed to help safeguard the health of everyone who attends, works or lives at Nicholls by joining more than 360 other college and university campuses where tobacco use is prohibited.”

The current policy of prohibiting the use of tobacco products within 25 feet of campus buildings, on sidewalks or inside university buildings will remain in effect until Dec. 31, 2010. Information about programs and services available to assist students, faculty and staff in making the transition to a tobacco-free campus will be distributed at the beginning of the fall 2010 semester.

St Mary Sheriff's Office 5/11

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 52 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Nora F. Darby 33 yoa of 608 Iberia St., Franklin was arrested on 5-10-2010 at 2:15 pm on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charge of Criminal Neglect of Family. Suspect turned herself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $500.00 bond at this time.

Daniel Martinez 51 yoa of 12020 Florida Blvd. # 2, Baton Rouge, La. was arrested on 5-10-2010 at 4:54 pm for Failure to Signal Lane Change, Driving without Lawful Presence in the United States and Open Alcoholic Container. Deputy was patrolling Hwy 90 in the Patterson area, when he conducted a traffic stop on suspect for failure to signal lane change. Upon Deputy conducting investigation it was learned that suspect had no driver’s license and was in the country illegal. Deputy also located an open bottle of alcohol in the vehicle. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

St. Mary Drug Task Force 5/11

The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force reports the following arrests:

Magnolia Stroder 71 yoa of 2740 Fifth St., Berwick and Judy Johnson 57 yoa of 333 Egle St., Morgan City were arrested on 5-10-2010 at 6:59 pm with Stroder being charged with Possession of Halcion and Johnson being charged with Distribution of Halcion and Possession of Legend Drug Flexeril. Agents of the Narcotic Task Force were patrolling Federal Ave. in Morgan City when they conducted a traffic stop on suspect vehicle for speeding. During investigation Stroder was found to be in possession of eight Halcoin pills that were given to her by Johnson. Also during investigation a Flexeril pill was located in Johnson’s purse along with her prescription for Halcion. After investigation suspects were placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with Stroder having a $5000.00 bond and Johnson having a $10,000.00 bond at this time.

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ST MARY PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE 5/10

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 72 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 149 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Troy A. Landry 32 yoa of 523 Arcemont Lane, Bayou Vista was arrested on 5-7-2010 at 11:18 am on a warrant for Failure to Appear for Criminal Neglect of Family. Suspect was located in the Bayou Vista area, placed under arrest on warrant and booked into the parish jail with a $5042.00 bond at this time.

On 57-2010 at 11:18 am a Juvenile Male 16 yoa of Jeanerette was arrested for Possession of Schedule III Narcotics and Resisting an Officer by Force. Deputy working at the St. Mary Parish Alternative School was advised by school official’s that above juvenile was observed concealing a pill bottle in a cabinet. Pill bottle was retrieved by school official and when Juvenile was advised of his arrest he attempted to flee from Deputy and had to be physically subdued. Juvenile was placed under arrest, processed and released to guardian pending juvenile court proceedings.

Frank J. Lebouef 52 yoa of 408 Paris Lane, Houma, La. was arrested on 5-7-2010 at 6:36 pm for Driving in Left Lane, Expired License Plate and Driving Under Suspension. Deputy was traveling east on Hwy 90 in the Garden City area, when he observed suspect vehicle traveling in the left lane and conducted a traffic stop. During investigation it was learned that license plate was expired and suspect was driving under suspension. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Cynthia F. Stanley 50 yoa of 106 Wedell St. #1, Patterson was arrested on 5-7-2010 at 10:51 pm for DWI and Reckless Operation with an Accident. Deputy was called to a vehicle accident on between Hwy 182 and Hwy 90 in the Patterson area. Upon Deputy’s arrival suspect vehicle was located resting in the ditch with suspect sitting in the vehicle. Upon Deputy making contact with suspect an odor of alcoholic beverage was observed upon her person. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and transported to Berwick Police Department to run on the Intoxilyzer 5000. Suspect had a test result of .174g%. Suspect was booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Malcon Smith 23 yoa of 1703 Fern St., Patterson and Robert J. Johnson 22 yoa of 1405 First St., Patterson were arrested on 5-8-2010 at 1:05 am with Smith being arrested for Failure to Signal, Driving Under Suspension, Open Alcoholic Container and a warrant for Terrebonne Parish for Failure to Appear on the charge of Theft and Johnson being arrested for Open Alcoholic Container. Deputy was patrolling Hwy 90 in the Bayou Vista area, when he observed suspect vehicle fail to signal a right turn onto the Highway 90. Deputy conducted a traffic stop and upon coming into contact with subjects in the vehicle two open alcoholic containers were located. Upon further investigation it was learned that that Smith was driving under suspension and had a warrant for his arrest. Both suspects were placed under arrest with smith being booked into the parish jail with a $2200.00 bond at this time and Johnson being issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

John P. Aucoin 24 yoa of 302 Degravelle Road, Amelia was arrested on 5-8-2010 at 2:44 am for Open Alcoholic Container. Deputy was patrolling the Morgan City area, when he conducted a traffic stop on Brashear Ave. During investigation an open bottle of alcohol was located in the vehicle. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Jesse J. Landry 21 yoa of 139 Big Bear Lane, Franklin was arrested on 5-8-2010 at 1:56 pm for Domestic Abuse Battery. Deputy was called to above location in reference a domestic disturbance. Upon Deputy’s arrival it was learned that victim and suspect were arguing when he pushed her. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Jimmy Van Bui 29 yoa of 717 Magnolia St., Amelia was arrested on 5-8-2010 at 8:40 pm on a warrant for Terrebonne Parish for Failure to Appear on the charge of Angling without a Fishing License. Deputy located suspect on Friendship Alley and conducted a warrants check. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail awaiting transfer to Terrebonne Parish.

Jennifer Anne Aloise 38 yoa of 303 Marigny Circle Apt A., Duson, La. was arrested on 5-8-2010 at 8:50 pm on a warrant for Issuing Worthless Checks. Deputy was assisting a Motorist on Hwy 90 in the Bayou Vista area, when it was learned of a warrant for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Ronnie Bess 53 yoa of 514 Levee Road # 2, Morgan City was arrested on 5-8-2010 at 10:08 pm for DWI and Open Alcoholic Container. Deputy was patrolling the Morgan City area, when he stopped to assist Morgan City Police Department with a traffic stop. Upon Deputy making contact with suspect an odor of alcoholic beverage was observed upon his person. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and transported to Morgan City Police Department to run on the Intoxilyzer 5000. Suspect had a test result of .265g%. Suspect was booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Jason L. Ribardi 37 yoa of 171 Jupiter St., Bayou Vista was arrested on 5-9-2010 at 8:03 am for Aggravated Flight from an Officer, Aggravated Obstruction of a Highway, Criminal Damage to Property and Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer. Deputy received a call that above suspect was contacting family members advising he was going to commit suicide. Deputy located suspect in the St. Mary Plaza Parking lot and when confronted suspect sped off in his vehicle with Deputy giving chase. Suspect vehicle was finally stopped on the Hwy 90 off Ramp in Garden City. Suspect refused to exit vehicle, suspect then threw an item through his back glass causing it to shatter. Suspect then began to throw items at Deputies including knives. Additional personal was called to the scene with Deputies taking suspect into custody and ending the standoff. Suspect was placed under arrest on above charges and taken to Franklin Foundation Hospital were he is receiving treatment at this time. No bond at this time.

Qwane A. Woods 20 yoa of 415 Taft St., Patterson was arrested on 5-9-2010 at 1:14 pm for Theft by Shoplifting, Criminal Trespass and Remaining Where Forbidden. Deputy was called to Wal-mart in Bayou Vista in reference to a shoplifter. Upon Deputy’s arrival it was learned from security that above suspect was observed concealing items in her purse. During investigation it was also learned that suspect had been forbidden from store from a previous incident. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $2000.00 bond at this time.

Thursday, May 6, 2010

ST MARY PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE 5/6

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 44 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Robert Gros 40 yoa of 137 Nini Road, Bayou Vista was arrested yesterday on warrants for Issuing Worthless Checks, a warrant for Morgan City Police Department for Probation Violation and a warrant for Assumption Parish for Issuing Worthless Checks. Suspect was located in the courthouse, placed under arrest on warrants and booked into the parish jail and later transferred to Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Anna E. Rodriguez 26 yoa and of 403 Wendell St., Patterson and Al Joseph Leonard Jr. 31 yoa of 406 Wendell St., Patterson were arrested yesterday on warrants for Unauthorized Entry into an Inhabited Dwelling and Simple Battery. Suspects were brought in for an Investigation and arrested on above warrants. Suspects were placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $5500.00 bond and were later released.

Angela Sabine 46 yoa of 275 Easy St., Franklin was arrested yesterday afternoon on a warrant for Illegal Possession of Stolen Things. Suspect came to the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office in reference to an investigation. Suspect was placed under arrest on warrant and booked into the parish jail with a $1000.00 bond and was later released.

ST MARY DRUG TASK FORCE - 5/6

The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force reports the following arrests:

Brandon Babb 26 yoa of 203 Newman St., Baldwin was arrested yesterday afternoon for Possession of Loritab. Agents of the Narcotics Task Force were patrolling Railroad Ave. in Baldwin when they conducted a traffic stop when suspect vehicle was observed crossing the center line. During investigation it was learned that suspect had two Loritab pills in his possession. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Jamal K. Guidroz 21 yoa of 2417 Cypress St., Morgan City was arrested last night for Possession of Marijuana. Agents of the Narcotics Task Force were patrolling Hwy 182 in the Berwick area, when they conducted a traffic stop on suspect vehicle for a burnt brake light. During investigation a bag of marijuana was located on suspect’s person. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

ST MARY PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE 5/5

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 35 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Michael W. Marks 49 yoa of 1343 Oil Tank Alley, Morgan City was arrested yesterday afternoon on warrants for Failure to Appear on the charges of DWI, Speeding, Possession of Alcoholic Beverage in a Motor Vehicle and Failure to Appear on the charge of Possession of Marijuana. Suspect was located in the Morgan City area, placed under arrest on warrants and booked into the parish jail with a $4000.00 bond and was later released.

Jacob R. Salley 32 yoa of 520 Blake Field Dr., Schriever, was arrested yesterday afternoon on a warrant for Issuing Worthless Checks. Suspect turned himself into the Morgan City sheriff’s Office after learning of warrants for his arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and issued a summons to appear in court on 9-8-2010.

Megan Sanders 25 yoa of 469 Verdun Lane, Verdunville was arrested last night at 9:10 pm for Driving Under Suspension, Speeding and Warrants for Failure to Appear on the charge of Issuing Worthless Checks, Failure to Appear on the charge of View Through Windshield Obscured and Failure to Appear on the charges of Driving Under Suspension and Speeding. Deputy was patrolling Verdun Lane when he observed suspect vehicle speeding and conducted a traffic stop. During investigation it was learned that suspect was driving under suspension and had warrants for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Casandra Louviere 48 yoa and Race Louviere 51 yoa both of 986 Chitimacha Trail, Baldwin were arrested at nearly 3 am this morning for Domestic Abuse Battery. Deputy was called to the St. Mary Sheriff’s Office in reference to subject being at office advising he was involved in a fight. Upon deputy’s arrival it was learned from Race Louviere that he and his wife were involved in an altercation. Deputy then went to 986 Chitimacha Trail to speak with other subject. During investigation it was learned that the two suspects were arguing and fighting. After investigation both suspects were placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bonds at this time.

ST MARY DRUG TASK FORCE - 5/5

The St. Mary Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force, consisting of St. Mary Sheriff Dept., Morgan City Police Dept., Franklin Police Dept., Baldwin Police Dept.., Berwick Police Dept., and Chitimacha Police Dept.. report the following arrests:

Brandon Pelligrin 23 yoa of 116 Lancaster Dr., Houma, La. was arrested last night for Possession of Loritab and Possession of Lorcet. Agents of the Narcotics Task Force were patrolling the Bayou Vista area, when they observed suspect vehicle fail to stop at the stop sign on Southeast Blvd and Middle Road. Agents conducted a traffic stop and during investigation made contact with suspect a passenger in the vehicle and learned that he had narcotics in his bag in the vehicle. Agent retrieved a pill bottle with several pills. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

Steven K. Tardy 45 yoa of 501 ½ Ninth St., Franklin was also arrested last night for Possession of Loritab with Intent to Distribute. Agents of the Narcotics Task Force were patrolling Martin Luther King Blvd. in Franklin when they conducted an investigative stop on suspect walking in the roadway with a can of beer and paper towel in his hand. Upon Agents making contact with suspect the items in his hand was placed on the unit with Agents observing a plastic bag with several pills in the paper towel. After investigation suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

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ST MARY PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE - 5/4

According to Sheriff David Naquin during the last 24 hours the Sheriff’s Office responded to 41 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Alton J. Dugas 50 yoa of 503 Martin Luther King St., Franklin was arrested on on a warrant for Failure to Appear on the charge of Issuing Worthless Checks. Suspect was located in the Franklin area, placed under arrest on warrant and booked into the parish jail with a $500.00 bond and was later released.

Toreum Poole 25 yoa of 1045 Ramos St., Morgan City was arrested on a warrant for Terrebonne Parish for Failure to Appear on the charges of DWI, Careless Operation and No Drivers License. Suspect was located at her residence, placed under arrest on warrant and booked into the parish jail and was later transferred to Terrebonne Parish.

Crystal Womack 41 yoa of 420 Clark Road, Bayou Vista was arrested on two warrants for Failure to Appear on the charge of Issuing Worthless Checks. Suspect turned herself into the Sheriff’s Office after learning of warrants for her arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with a $2500.00 bond and was later released.

Robert Lee Taylor 39 yoa of 175 Roy’s Lane, Verdunville was arrested on a warrant for Theft of a Motor Vehicle. Suspect was located at his residence, placed under arrest and booked into the parish jail with no bond at this time.

OEP SAYS ST. MARY READY FOR HURRICANE SEASON

Duval Arthur, director of St. Mary Parish Emergency Preparedness, said he is ready for Hurricane Season 2010, and so is the parish.

“We have an agreement with Rapides Parish government which allows us to evacuate all of St. Mary Parish, including pets, to the Rapides Parish Coliseum, should the need arise,” Arthur said. “This is wonderful agreement between the two parishes. People won’t have to drive all over the country anymore, God forbid.”

Additionally, last year Arthur said the parish bought generators for most of the water and sewer plants.

“We have everyone situated, and all of our services are up and running,” he said.

“I think we’re in pretty good shape. We also have a lot of mres (meal’s ready to eat) on hand, and a lot of bottled water, in the event we have to go an extended period without electricity,” he said.

If the need arises, Arthur said persons who choose to evacuate to the Rapides Coliseum must bring three days worth of food, water and medication, normal toiletries, a clean change of clothes, and two or three days off underwear, t-shirts, sand socks.

“Normal stuff, strictly up to the individual,” he said. “There will also be a pet shelter outside of the coliseum for pets.”

In 2008, in the wake of Hurricane Gustav, the parish evacuated 890 people, and 12 dogs and 1 parakeet to Alexandria, in a trial mode of the present plan.

Arthur said the parishes used buses from the St. Mary Community Action then, and will do so again this year.

The St Mary CAA will provide the bus pick-up transportation to five sites throughout the parish, with the coach buses leaving for the Rapides Coliseum.

On another topic, Bill Hidalgo, commissioner of the St. Mary Parish Levee Board, said plans to thwart incoming tidal surges from the Gulf of Mexico into the Franklin Canal, should move to a construction phase in July.

In the wake of Hurricane Ike, the lack of flood gates in the canal to keep away rising tidal surges, caused more than 1,000 homes to flood from Franklin, to nearly Garden City. A similar situation occurred in 2005 after Hurricane Rita, which caused 300 homes in the city of Franklin to flood.
The Franklin Canal is only seven miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and cannot handle any surge of 7ft or more. “The project is in the last days of permitting. It’s very close,” Hidalgo said.