Chief A. Perry Thomas

Ville Platte Police Department

114 Armand St. Office #2, Ville Platte, LA 70586

(337) 363-1316 / Fax (337) 363-0351

*******Press Release*******

Date: October 31, 2024

Subject: Negligent Homicide

Chief A. Perry Thomas reports that, after midnight on Thursday, October 31, the Ville Platte Police Department responded to a call about a 15-year-old juvenile being shot at a home on N. Morein St. The call was made by Christopher Marquees, age 31. When officers arrived and interviewed Marquees, he was arrested and booked with Negligent Homicide and held on a bond of $75,000.

This investigation is ongoing. Chief Thomas asks if anyone has information about this crime to please call the Ville Platte Police Department at 337-363-1316.

All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Arrests: Week of Oct. 21– October 27, 2024

The Ville Platte Police Department reports the following arrests from October 21 through

October 27, 2024:

Name: Wanski Arvie

DOB: 9/19/1988

Arrest Date: 10/21/2024

Charge: Failure to Appear

Bond: $1,028

Bonded Out: Yes

Name: Joseph Fontenot

DOB: 12/5/1972

Arrest Date: 10/21/2024

Charge: Possession of Schedule II (Meth)

Bond: $25,000

Bonded Out: Yes

Name: Malcolm Roberts

DOB: 12/20/1997

Arrest Date: 10/23/2024

Charge: Failure to Appear

Bond: $120

Bonded Out: Yes

Name: Brandon LeDay

DOB: 1/19/1985

Arrest Date: 10/27/2024

Charge: Failure to Appear

Bond: $200

Bonded Out: No

Evangeline Parish Sheriff Charles R. Guillory was inducted into the Louisiana 1st Responders Christian Association Hall of Fame on Friday, October 25, 2024—a recognition from the Association for his hard work, and dedication as a leader in the field. Sheriff Guillory has devoted his life’s work to Law Enforcement beginning with Probation & Parole, and now serving as Sheriff of Evangeline Parish. His accomplishments are unending.  

Sheriff Guillory is a devoted Christian and family-oriented. He truly cares about his Deputies and always keeps them in his prayers. The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Department is in a much better place now than ever before under his command.

Sheriff Charles R. Guillory would like to thank everyone for the honor and privilege of this award.  

TROOP I NEWS RELEASE 

October 25, 2024 

 

Motorist Killed in Fiery Evangeline Parish Single-Vehicle Crash 

 

Mamou – On Thursday, October 24, 2024, just before 9:00 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop I were notified a single-vehicle fatality crash on Louisiana Highway 95 near Brangus Road. The driver's name is being withheld until the next of kin has been notified. 

 

The preliminary investigation revealed that a pickup truck was traveling south on LA Highway 95 when, for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle veered off the roadway to the right and struck a tree as the driver attempted to turn onto Brangus Road. As a result of the impact, the vehicle became fully engulfed in flames. 

 

Due to the severity of the crash, restraint use is still being determined. 

 

Routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.  

 

While the cause of this crash remains under investigation, distracted and inattentive driving continues to be a leading cause of crashes in our state. Louisiana State Police urges all motorists to stay alert while driving. Additionally, while not all crashes are survivable, proper use of seat belts can greatly decrease the chances of serious injury or death. Always ensure every occupant is properly restrained. Every trip. Every time.  

 

Contact Information: 

Trooper First Class Peggy Bourque 

Louisiana State Police 

Public Affairs Section – Troop I 

Office: (337) 262 - 5880 

Peggy.Bourque@la.gov 

 

 

 

 

Chief A. Perry Thomas

Ville Platte Police Department

114 Armand St. Office #2, Ville Platte, LA 70586

(337) 363-1316 / Fax (337) 363-0351

*******Press Release*******

Date: October 22, 2024

Subject: Shootings on VPHS Homecoming Night

Chief A. Perry Thomas reports that on Friday, October 18, 2024, a call of shots fired was made during the Ville Platte High School football game. Arrested was Lawrence Pitre (21), and a handgun was seized. Also arrested was a juvenile (16) for illegal possession of a firearm.

A few hours later, at approximately 12:11 a.m., another call of shots fired was placed at 735 S. Chataignier Street. There were two victims: a juvenile with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his left arm, and a 19-year-old male victim who sustained a gunshot wound to his face. The 19-year-old is currently in critical but stable condition.

This investigation is ongoing. Chief Thomas asks if anyone has information about these crimes to please call the Ville Platte Police Department at 337-363-1313.

All calls will remain anonymous, and all suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Arrests: Week of Oct. 14 – October 20, 2024

The Ville Platte Police Department reports the following arrests from October 14 through
October 20, 2024:
Name: Harrison Fontenot
DOB: 9/17/1972
Arrest Date: 10/14/2024
Charge: Open Container; Resisting an Officer; License Plate Equipment Needed
Bond: $1,150
Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Derrick Lafleur
DOB: 10/29/1979
Arrest Date: 10/14/2024
Charge: Driving Under Suspension; Expired Motor Vehicle Insurance; No Insurance
Bond: $500
Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Logan Adams
DOB: 6/21/2001
Arrest Date: 10/15/2024
Charge: Domestic Abuse Battery
Bond: $1,000
Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Donald Fontenot
DOB: 4/22/1992
Arrest Date: 10/15/2024
Charge: Possession of Synthetic Cannabis
Bond: $25,000
Transferred to EPSO
Name: Kelly Thomas
DOB: 9/22/1991
Arrest Date: 10/15/2024
Charge: Possession of a Stolen Firearm; Resisting a Officer; Obstruction of Justice; Possession
of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon; Trespassing
Bond: $245,000
Transferred to EPSO
Name: Drexler Williams
DOB: 6/10/1990
Arrest Date:
Charge: Failure to Appear
Bond: $884

Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Herbert Savoy, Jr.
DOB: 2/21/1981
Arrest Date: 110/16/2024
Charge: Failure to Appear
Bond: $120
Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Tabitha Fuselier
DOB: 2/28/1984
Arrest Date: 10/16/2024
Charge: Failure to Appear
Bond: $320
Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Navarion Ben
DOB: 5/20/1996
Arrest Date: 10/16/2024
Charge: Possession of Synthetic Cannabis; Possession of a Firearm; Illegal Carrying of Weapon
with Schedule II; Possession of Schedule II in a Drug-Free Zone
Bond: $100,000
Bonded Out: No
Name: James A. Dick
DOB: 7/30/1984
Arrest Date: 10/18/2024
Charge: Failure to Appear
Bond: $120
Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Tyrawiesha Charles
DOB: 9/4/1998
Arrest Date: 10/18/2024
Charge: Resisting an Officer; Battery on an Officer; Disturbing the Peace
Bond: $750
Bonded Out: Yes
Name: Jakylon Wilson
DOB: 9/20/2000
Arrest Date: 10/19/2024
Charge: Bench Warrant
Bond: $468
Bonded Out: No
Name: Martin Calvin

DOB: 6/29/2004
Arrest Date: 10/19/2024
Charge: Warrant; Probably Cause; Theft of a Stolen Check
Bond: $100,000
Bonded Out: No

PINE PRAIRIE POLICE DEPARTMENT

INVESTIGATIONS

PRESS RELEASE

1 SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR 14:67 Felony Theft

On October 21, 2024 Pine Prairie Police received a complaint of a stolen golf cart from the 1600 Block of Pine Street. Assistant Chief Shane Guillory took the initial report and contacted Detective Joshua Uhlman about the matter. Both officers started investigating and checking local security camera footage which leads to two suspects. One suspect was recognized by AC. Guillory and one is a juvenile. The juvenile is being referred to the Evangeline Parish District Attorney’s Office for review and the adult was found to be Mark A. Bass of Oakdale. Mr. Bass and the juvenile removed the Bible off the golf cart and left it under the carport of the residence and stashed the stolen golf cart in the woods off Jeanus Road where it was recovered by officers. The golf cart was reported stolen to the Police Department at 10 a.m and recovered back in the owner’s possession by 2:45 p.m. Teamwork by both officers lead to the quick recovery of the golf cart. Chief Deshotel reminds the public to report any suspicious activity by calling the dispatch at 337-363-2161. All calls will remain anonymous.

Released under the authority of:

Pine Prairie Police Chief

Chief L. C. Deshotel

Pine prairie Police Department

337-599-2904

Sheriff Charles R. Guillory
Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office
200 Court Street Ville Platte, LA 70586
Phone: 337-363-2161 Fax: 337-363-7435

ARREST BRIEFING

On September 28, 2024, at 8:39 pm, deputies responded to a local hospital in Ville Platte, Louisiana. Upon arrival a 17-year-old female victim had come into the ER advising that she was raped by her sister's fiancé. A preliminary report was
completed and an investigation began.

During the investigation it was learned that the older sister’s fiancé and the victim were home together at the older sister’s residence on Tom Drive in Ville Platte. While the older sister was at work, the suspect (Marquevious Ardoin) told the victim to come meet him in the hallway. The suspect brought her into the bedroom, pushed her onto the bed, held her down, and forced her to perform inappropriate acts with him. He apologized to the victim after and the victim contacted her boyfriend to tell him what had happened.

Once the victim informed her boyfriend of what had taken place, he advised his mother of the incident who in turn notified the victim’s mother. The victim’s mother immediately transported her to a local emergency room where a sexual assault examination was conducted and multiple evidence items were obtained.

On October 11, 2024, an arrest warrant was obtained for the suspect for one count of second-degree rape. He was later located by patrol deputies, arrested, and booked into the Evangeline Parish Jail. His his bond is set at $250,000.00. The
investigation is still ongoing.

Marquevious Ardoin of Ville Platte, B/M, DOB 03/19/2003

As always, Sheriff Charles R. Guillory and the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on criminal activity and urges the public to contact their Investigation Department via phone at 337-363-2161 or through the agency’s website at www.evangelineparishsheriff.org. Any person/s reporting information will remain anonymous. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

Grand Jury Proceedings Held in Evangeline Parish

After meeting for two days on October 8-9,2024, the Grand Jury retumed
indictments on six cases.

Malik Rashawnski Moton, age22, was indicted on the charge of First-Degree
Rape- Victim under the age of Thirteen. The charges stem from an incident which
occurred on or about August 8,2024. Arraignment on this case is set for November
4,2024.

Trent Joseph Thibodeaux, age 19, was indicted on the charges of Second-
Degree Rape and Carnal Knowledge ofa Juvenile (five counts). The charges stem

from incidents which occurred on or between September l, 2023 and June 8, 2024.
Arraignment on this case is set forNovember 4,2024.

Dillon Timmy Deshotel, age 26, was indicted on the charges of Second-
Degree Rape (two counts), Felony Camal Knowledge of a Juvenile, and

Pornography Involving Juveniles (thirty-six counts). The charges stem from an
incident which occurred on or about May 17 , 2024. Arraignment on this case is set
for November 7,2024.

On October 9,2024, the Grand Jury indicted Jordan Vidrine, age 26, on the
charges of First-Degree Rape-Victim under the age of Thirteen (five counts) and
Oral Sexual Battery-Victim under the age of Fifteen (five counts). The charges
stem from incidents which occurred on or between January 1, 2022 and December
1, 2023. Arraignment on this case is set for November 1, 2024.

Joshua Bergeron, age 41, was indicted on the charges of First-Degree Rape,
Oral Sexual Battery-Victim under the age of Fifteen, Computer-aided Solicitation
of a Minor, and Crimes Against Nature. The charges stem from an incident that
occurred on or about October 1, 2024. Arraignment on this case is set for November 4, 2024.

All of the above referenced arraignments are set before the Honorable Judge
Marcus Fontenot.

Also on October 8, 2024,the Grand Jury indicted Sadie Rachelle Simien, age
29, on the charge of Second-Degree Murder. The charges stem from an incident
which occurred on or about August 19,2024. Arraignment on this case is set for
October 21,2024, before the Honorable Judge Chuck West.

District Attomey Trent Brignac wishes to thank the members of the Grand
Jury for their service, and compliments the felony prosecutors, Jacob Fusilier, Bo
West, C.J. Hesnor, the law clerks, and staff on their efforts.

Source: Evangeline Parish District Attorney's Office
October 16,2023

After a lengthy Narcotics investigation within the city limits of Ville Platte, La, by the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office Criminal Patrol/Narcotics Unit and the Allen Parish Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. Team which  lead to the execution of a Narcotic Search Warrant on 10/15/2024 by the Evangeline Parish Narcotic Agents, Allen Parish Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. Team and Uniform Patrol Deputies with the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office at 123 West Wilson in Ville Platte, Louisiana.   Upon entering driveway of the residence of 123 West Wilson, numerous male subjects were outside by the gazebo located on the East side of the residence.  All male subjects were detained and advised for officer safety, and investigation and advised of their Miranda Rights.  Upon a lengthy search of the residence the results are as follows:

Within the home, a promethazine bottle weighing 3.5 Fluid Ounces was located in the Kitchen Cabinet with an obliterated name for the prescription appearing as if someone had marked the name out with a permanent marker.  Located in the back bedroom (Identified as Lee Gallows' bedroom) on the right side of the hallway, was a firearm pink in color. The firearm, a Cobra FS380 .380 caliber Serial number FS095348, was located, in the closet, on the right of the entry doors, in a small black shoe box. Also, in the same bedroom, 17 white pills were located inside a pill bottle with no name nor prescription label. The pills were identified as Hydrocodone 10Mg.

Located inside the safe was a black bag containing a black grocery bag with 31 plastic bags of Cocaine with a total weight of 922.78 grams of Cocaine and a Wal Mart grocery bag with 29 plastic bags of Methamphetamine with a total of 873.83 grams of Methamphetamine.  Also 23.52 grams total of crack cocaine (6.42grams & 17.06 grams) was located inside a Savoies dressing mix bowl. A digital scale and sandwich baggies used to package up the narcotics for distribution were also located inside the safe. One of the male subjects had his maroon truck parked in the middle of the road blocking the roadway with a canceled License Plate and was towed.  

Arrest was made on the following subjects:

Lee Gallow was charged with the following:

1. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Methamphetamine)
2. La RS 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Cocaine)
3. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Crack Cocaine)
4. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Hydrocodone)
5. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Promethazine) 
6. La RS 40:971 (Poss. Obliteration of prescription Label)
7. La Rs 40:1041 (Transactions involving proceeds from drug offences)
8. La RS 14:95.E (Illegal carry of weapons; crime or CDS)

Marcus Garrison was charged with the following:

1. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Methamphetamine)
2. La RS 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Cocaine)
3. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Crack Cocaine)

Christopher Washington was charged with the following:

1. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Methamphetamine)
2. La RS 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Cocaine)
3. La Rs 40:967.A (Poss. with intent Crack Cocaine)

Narcotics Total:

922.78 Grams of Cocaine

873.83 Grams of Methamphetamines

23.52 Grams of Crack Cocaine

3.5 fl oz Promethazine

17 Hydrocodone Pills 10mg.

As always, Sheriff Charles R. Guillory and the Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking information on criminal activity and urges the public to contact their Investigation Department via phone at 337-363-2161 or through the agency's website at www.evangelineparishsheriff.org.  Any person/s reporting information will remain anonymous. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Department

Narcotics Press Release

On August 27, 2024, Narcotic Agents were patrolling Onyx Road when they
observed a vehicle driving on Onyx Road and the driver was not wearing a
seatbelt.  Once the driver noticed law enforcement behind him, he began to
accelerate.  After a short pursuit, the driver exited the car at 4016 Johnson’s
Landing ran into a house, and would not answer to door or acknowledge law
enforcement.   The driver was identified by agents as Todd McDaniel.   Due to the
subject fleeing law enforcement seized the vehicle to be towed and an inventory
was conducted.  During the inventory of the vehicle, in the center console was a
clear plastic baggie containing .90 grams of Methamphetamine, as well as two
white color capsules/oblong pill imprint M365 identified as Acetaminophen and
Hydrocodone Bitartrate. Located in the ammunition box on the passenger seat
was a silver grinder/ container containing .81 grams of Marijuana. Located in a
Metal grinder within the vehicle was .47 grams of Marijuana. Located on the side
of the front driver's seat was 2.23 grams of Marijuana. Located in the front
passenger seat was a metal, Marijuana Grinder.

Quincy Todd McDaniel is charged with 40:967C Possession of Schedule II
Methamphetamine, 40:967C Possession of Schedule II Narcotics, 14:108.1 Flight
from an Officer.  An arrest warrant was obtained.

 Arrests: Week of Oct. 7

The Ville Platte Police Department reports the following arrests from October 7 through October 13, 2024:

Name: Michael James Jack

DOB: 1/13/1980

Arrest Date: 10/7/2024

Charge: Operating While Intoxicated

Bond: $2,700

Bonded Out: Yes

Name: Cordez “Coon” Thomas

DOB: 10/19/1996

Arrest Date: 10/12/2024

Charge: Failure to Arrest; Simple Criminal Damage to Property

Bond: $1,418

Bonded Out: Yes

Name: Johnathon Ellis Deshotel

DOB: 8/21/2003

Arrest Date: 10/12/2024

Charge: Resisting an Officer/Simple Flight

Bond: $500

Bonded Out: No

Name: Phillip Anderson

DOB: 6/14/1971

Arrest Date: 10/12/2024

Charge: Theft

Bond: $1,000

Bonded Out: Yes

Name: Harrison Fontenot

DOB: 9/17/1972

Arrest Date: 10/14/2024

Charge: Open Alcohol Containers/Resisting an Officer

Bond: $1,150

Bonded Out: Yes

On September 14, 2024, the Ville Platte Police Department was conducting an investigation in reference to a homicide that occurred on Reed St. inside the city limits of Ville Platte where a female victim was fatally wounded by gunfire.  A second victim was also hit by gunfire and survived his injuries. 

During Vile Platte Police Departments’ investigation, several suspects were identified. One suspect being Malik Omar Charles B/M DOB 09/09/1999. Detectives with the Ville Platte Police Department were able to secure an arrest warrant for Charles charging him with one count of second-degree murder and one count of attempted second degree murder.  Charls has been evading law enforcement since the warrant was issued.  

On October 10, 2024, the Evangeline Parish Criminal Patrol Division, Criminal Investigations Division, and the Uniform Patrol Division assisted the Ville Platte Police Department by locating Charls inside of a residence in the 100 Blk. of E. Lasalle St. inside the city Limits of Ville Platte.  Charles was located at the residence and arrested without incident.  His total bond is set at $3,750,000.00.  This investigation is still ongoing. 

Malik Omar Charles

B/M 9/9/2024

Resident of Ville PLatte

As always, Sheriff Charles R. Guillory and the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on criminal activity and urges the public to contact their Investigation Department via phone at 337-363-2161 or through the agency’s website at www.evangelineparishsheriff.org.  Any person/s reporting information will remain anonymous. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.