An inmate escapes from the Iberia Parish Jail, but his time on the run is short-lived. Kristian Broussard broke out of jail early yesterday evening and was captured shortly before midnight. Jail spokeswoman Katherine Breaux says authorities worked diligently to ensure public safety during the search.
Broussard was being held on second-degree murder charges.
The St. Tammany Parish community rallies behind shelter pets after the parish animal shelter became overcrowded. DIrector Rob Bremer warned that if the problem wasn’t solved soon, the shelter might have to start euthanizing them tomorrow morning.
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The community responded in a big way, showing up in droves to adopt animals during the shelter’s extended hours.
Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Office of Tourism leave tomorrow for India, with the goal of increasing tourism to the state from that country. Nungesser says India and the Middle East are emerging markets for tourism, and Louisiana’s unique offerings present a compelling case for international travelers.
This mission highlights Louisiana’s focus on global outreach, particularly in non-traditional markets, to expand its tourism footprint.
Two people are under arrest and one remains on the loose in connection with the murder of a 12-year-old Alexandria girl. 38-year-old Kayla Wooten and 31-year-old Deroyce May are each charged with second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder in the shooting death earlier this month of Hope Alexandria. Police are still looking for 32-year-old Latraykus May.