St. John Parish Sheriff’s Office Investigating LaPlace Homicide

St. John Parish Sheriff’s Office Investigating LaPlace Homicide

The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that happened on Monday, June 15, 2026, in LaPlace in which a 17-year-old was killed. The victim has been identified as Omarion Ingram of LaPlace. At 7:20 p.m. on Monday, St. John...
St. John Parish Sheriff’s Office Investigating LaPlace Homicide

SJSO Arrests 13 and 14-year-old For Attempted Car Theft

The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested two LaPlace teenagers, ages 13 and 14, for attempted theft of a vehicle (felony) and simple burglary of a motor vehicle. On April 14, 2026, shortly after 3 a.m. St. John Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies...
SJSO Arrests LaPlace Burglary Suspect

SJSO Arrests LaPlace Burglary Suspect

The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested a San Antonio man for the burglary of a suite of LaPlace business offices where he stole several items, including a gun. Joseph Smith, a convicted felon who identified himself as homeless, was arrested...
SJSO Arrests Reserve Man Who Fled Traffic Stop

SJSO Arrests Reserve Man Who Fled Traffic Stop

The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Reserve man, who fled a traffic stop on foot on April 14, 2026, and booked him with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and resisting an officer by fight. Irine Bailey, 22, of Reserve, who eluded...
LaPlace Teenager Arrested For Burglary Of 2 Businesses

LaPlace Teenager Arrested For Burglary Of 2 Businesses

The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested a LaPlace teenager and booked him with burglary and theft in connection with two early morning break-ins that targeted two LaPlace businesses. At 1:34 a.m. Thursday, April 16, 2026, Sheriff’s deputies...