Stories from New Orleans · United States

Car thieves in New Orleans engaged in a shooting spree after attempting to break into a truck. The thieves reportedly panicked when they discovered a mannequin wearing a Michael Myers mask inside the vehicle. No specific injuries or casualties were immediately reported in the incident.

Louisiana State Police solved the 1982 rape and murder of 16-year-old Roxanne Sharp using information from a local media podcast. Four men now face criminal charges in connection with the decades-old killing. The incident involved gunfire hitting a truck and neighboring cars, though no people were injured. The truck owner reported several bullets struck his vehicle during the incident.

Authorities in Louisiana have arrested an individual on charges of making terroristic threats. The arrest occurred as the community prepared for the upcoming New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region. The suspect reportedly posed as a law enforcement officer via phone calls to claim victims' loved ones had been arrested.

A former police officer is facing accusations of planning a mass shooting at a festival in New Orleans. The suspect was identified in reports following investigations into potential threats to public safety. This development raises significant concerns regarding domestic security and the potential for targeted violence at large public gatherings. A former Stoughton police officer appeared in court regarding the killing of 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore five years ago. Testimony during the proceedings included statements from former and current Camp Mystic counselors. Counselors testified that there was no real training or drills conducted at the camp.