There is still one piece of the puzzle missing that the victim's family and members of the community would like found. Brandon Touchet's dog is missing, and his family is pleading that she be returned safely.
In an update to the officer-involved shooting incident, police engaged in a foot pursuit of a suspect, reportedly armed with a rifle, as they ran toward a public park.
A bomb threat received at approximately 8:49 am today has led to the evacuation of all three Lafayette courthouses, according to local law enforcement officials.
The Lafayette Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing teenager, Jacey Williams, a 15-year-old student at Northside High School.
The crash happened in Lafayette Mardi Gras afternoon when the driver hit three parked cars, injured two pedestrians, and sent 6 children to the hospital.
Lafayette Police Chief Judith Estorge issued a written and video message about how she plans to tackle violent crime, especially after a record year for murder.