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Grand Jury Indicts Hammond Man In Home Invasion and Rape
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted James Michael Buckley, 42, of Hammond, Tuesday (Nov. 10) on charges of first degree rape, sexual battery, home invasion, burglary of an inhabited dwelling, and two counts of attempted burglary of an inhabited dwelling. Buckley is accused of raping a woman …St. Tammany Grand Jury Indicts Six In Double Murder in Lacombe
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted six people Tuesday (Nov. 10) in the shooting death of a man and a pregnant woman in Lacombe in July of this year. Those indicted and the charges are: Peter Reimonenq, …Thank you Letter to Citizens of Washington and St. Tammany from D.A. Montgomery
Please read this thank you letter from D.A. Warren Montgomery or click here for the signed version. D.A. Letter To Citizens Nov. 5, 2020 Dear 22nd Judicial District Residents: Thank you for trusting me to continue serving as your District Attorney. My administration will build on the reforms we began during my first term and work hard …District Attorney Offices are Closed Wednesday October 28th and Thursday October 29th
Please be advised that the 22nd JDC, including the District Attorney’s Office will be closed October 28th and 29th 2020 due to Storm Zeta. Please read this order for more information regarding your appearance in Court. ORDER for Zeta StormGrand Jury Indicts 18 St. Tammany Residents In Racketeering Gang Case
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 19, 2020 Grand Jury Indicts 18 St. Tammany Residents In Racketeering Gang Case COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced during a press conference Monday that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury returned a historic 49-count felony indictment and 12 misdemeanor counts, charging 18 individuals with racketeering for their participation in a violent …District Attorney Office Closing due to storm Sally
Our Office will be closing at Noon on Monday, September 14, 2020 and will be closed on Tuesday September 15, 2020. Please stay tuned for an announcement for Wednesday. Thank you.September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Never give up! No matter how hopeless life may feel at times, there is always hope, and you are never alone. You never know what tomorrow holds or what you are capable of achieving. One of District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s driving forces is a hunger for justice, tempered by mercy. The District Attorney has discretion …D.A. Office Closing 8-24 to 8-26
This 22nd Judicial District Court and District Attorney’s Office will be closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (August 24-26) based on tropical storm predictions from the National Weather Service.Big Reveal of New Victim Rooms
Today, we did the big reveal! We welcomed some of our community partners in St. Tammany to tour two rooms that have been transformed into comfortable spaces for crime victims who visit our Covington office to meet with prosecutors or wait during court proceedings. Our office’s plans to redo the rooms and unveil them in …Grand Jury Indicts Former Bogalusa Chamber Director on Theft Charge
FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Marilyn G. Bateman, 77, of Bogalusa, Tuesday (July 21) on a charge of theft over $25,000. Bateman, former director of the Bogalusa Chamber of Commerce, is accused of stealing at least $100,000 from the organization. Assistant District Attorney Blair B. Alford …Grand Jury Indicts Franklinton Man of Second Degree Murder
FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury indicted Jo’Andre Dawson, 21, of Franklinton Tuesday (July 21) of second degree murder and obstruction of justice. Dawson is accused of fatally shooting Ja’Quarius Taylor, 17, several times in the head near a large pond in the Angie area on Jan. 12 this year. Dawson …District Attorney Warren Montgomery on the Lake 94.7
District Attorney Warren Montgomery discusses how his office continues to serve the community and collaborate with local law enforcement with Charled Dowdy of the Lake 94.7FM.Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Man On Second Degree Murder Charge
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Reuben Patrick Cousin, 23, of Slidell, Thursday (July 16) with second degree murder in the death of a Slidell man in April. Cousin, also known as “Rambo,” is accused of stabbing to death Emanuel “Manny” Cousin (no relation), 22, of Slidell, during …Grand Jury Indicts Mandeville Man In Death Of Infant
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Brian Joel Young, 21, of Mandeville, Thursday (July 16) on a charge of first-degree murder in the death of his infant son. Young is accused of killing his son, Kaisen Young, who was six months old at the time of his death …St. Tammany Grand Jury Indicts Abita Springs Man In Drug Death of Woman
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury has indicted John Jacob Jenkins, 49, of Abita Springs, on charges of second degree murder, sexual abuse of an animal, and possession of a Schedule II controlled dangerous substance. Jenkins is accused of killing Jennifer Deblonde Jacob, 37, on Oct. 7, 2019. He …St. Tammany Grand Jury Indicts Lacombe Man In Murder of Live-In Girlfriend
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Fernando Randolph Cortez, 26, of Lacombe, Thursday (July 3) on a charge of second degree murder. Cortez is accused of stabbing to death Sandra Aldridge, his live-in girlfriend, on April 17, 2020. The case has been assigned to District Judge William …Woman Pleads Guilty To Aggravated Animal Cruelty In Case Of Dog With Missing Legs
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that Lynette Victor, 51, of Slidell, pleaded guilty Tuesday (June 30) to aggravated cruelty to animals in a case involving a dog named Buddy. District Judge Raymond S. Childress sentenced Victor to seven years in the Department of Corrections, which was suspended, three years of probation, a $5,000 fine, and …Designer Stephanie Lloyd Volunteers to Transform Witness Rooms
Our office sends a big thank you to Designer Stephanie Lloyd, who volunteered her time to help us transform two rooms in our Covington office into comfortable spaces for victims and witnesses who visit our office. We embarked on this project as part of honoring victims during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in April, but …D.A. Offices Closed on Monday June 8, 2020 due to weather.
All offices are closed on Monday due to the weather. The Court and Clerk are also closed. Offices will reopen Tuesday at 8am. Stay safe.Mental Health Month 2020
As we acknowledge Mental Health Month this May, we are sharing a link to The Lake 94.7 in which Charles Dowdy interviews the Executive Director of NAMI St. Tammany. He shares mental health stats indicating how widespread the mental health impact of COVID-19 is and will be. If you or a loved ones has been …District Attorney Warren Montgomery Presents “District Attorney Leadership Award” to Class of 2020
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was proud to present his annual leadership awards to outstanding St. Tammany Parish graduating seniors on Memorial Day (May 25) at the Justice Center in downtown Covington. Montgomery praised the students and their parents and used the example of former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow. Montgomery said, …WWII Hero Pilot Jim Siracuse Turns 100
WW II pilot Jim Siracuse turns 100 on Friday, May 22. Join us TOMORROW at 10AM at the Lions’ Hall, 720 Lafitte St., Mandeville LA 70448 for a car parade honoring him. Birthday cake and/or lunch (dutch treat with social distancing) to follow at LaLou’s Restaurant, 200 Girod St., Mandeville LA 70448.22nd JDC Honors Our Fallen Officers on Police Officers Memorial Day
Please join us in honoring our fallen officers this week for Police Officers Memorial Day. On this day of reflection, we honor the current law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line daily to keep our community safe and those officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. We want to …Join us to Celebrate National Victim Right’s Week
Please watch this informative video. National Crime Victims Week is this week. Join me as we honor the bravery, commitment and rights of victim’s and survivors of crime, across the nation and in our own St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. District Attorney Warren Montgomery and his Team, are proud to work alongside the Office of Justice and ViaLink/2-1-1 to “Seek Justice, Ensure Victims’ …District Attorney Warren Montgomery on the air with Lake 94.7FM to Discuss Technology in the 22nd JDC
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was on the airwaves this morning with Lake 94.7FM discussing how technology in the 22nd JDC has made working remotely more efficient and helping everyone stay safe and healthy for the benefit of all of St. Tammany and Washington Parish.District Attorney Warren Montgomery Speaks to WGSO 990AM on the COVID-19 Crisis and Avoiding Scams
District Attorney Warren Montgomery talks to Jeff Crouere of WGSO 990AM to talk about how the 22nd JDC is integrating with new technologies to continue to provide the legal services for St. Tammany and Washington Parishes and how these residents can protect themselves from COVID-19 Scams.District Attorney Warren Montgomery Discusses Virtual Court with Newell Normand of WWL
Newell Normand interviews District Attorney Warren Montgomery of the 22nd JDC on the introduction of virtual court to continue his office’s operations and how to keep yourself safe from scammers who may try to use the current COVID-19 crisis to their advantage.District Attorney Warren Montgomery Talks with WDSU News On Virtual Court and Avoiding COVID-19 Scams
District Attorney Warren Montgomery spoke to WDSU via video call regarding the new virtual court that can accommodate up to 99 members at a time. The District Attorney also warns about scammers who may try to take advantage of the current COVID-19 situation by manipulating unsuspecting citizens. Follow the link below to see the interview …District Attorney Warren Montgomery Discusses Avoiding COVID-19 Scams with the Lake 94.7FM
The District Attorney of Washington and St. Tammany Parish, Warren Montgomery, gives his advice on how you can keep yourself safe from scammers attempting to take advantage of the current COVID-19 situation.District Attorney Warren Montgomery Speaks to FOX 8 About Implementing Video Conferencing to Continue Court Operations
District Attorney Warren Montgomery, Clerk of Court Melissa Henry and District Judge Richard Swartz speak to Rob Masson of Fox 8 about the impact that the Coronavirus has had on hearings and court matters and how some are being handled using Zoom video conferencing. Click the link below to see more: https://www.fox8live.com/2020/04/07/st-tammany-justice-system-uses-video-conferencing-continue-operating-through-covid-crisis/St. Tammany Parish Creates Virtual Court
Through a collaborative effort between the District Attorney’s Office of Warren Montgomery, the Parish Clerk’s Office, the Public Defenders Office, and the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, a “Virtual Court” has been created to help continue the criminal justice process. For more details on how the Virtual Court will be proceeding and operating, a PDF …Washington Parish Curfew Currently In Place
As of April 1st, a curfew is in effect for the Washington Parish area. For more details on the Parish-wide curfew, please click here for more information.District Attorney Warren Montgomery Discusses COVID-19 with WWL Radio
District Attorney Warren Montgomery spoke with Newell Normand of WWL Radio to discuss how the District Attorney’s Office will continue to provide service to the St. Tammany and Washington Parish communities. Earlier in his term, he had taken steps to move toward a paperless system, which has now allowed the work of the District Attorney’s …DA Warren Montgomery Interview with WGSO 990 AM of New Orleans
District Attorney Warren Montgomery spoke with Jeff Crouere at WGSO 990 AM to discuss how his office is handling its responsibilities during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. He talked about how his office has continued to serve the public through the use of technology, all the while raising efficiency and cutting costs. He also spoke about …District Attorney Warren Montgomery Updates the Parish on COVID-19 on STPGtv
District Attorney Warren Montgomery, Parish President Mike Cooper, and Public Information Officer Amy Bouton update the public on the services the Parish Government and the District Attorney’s Office will continue to provide while its staff works remotely from home. While we are moving through these uncertain times, the Parish …District Attorney’s offices for the 22nd Judicial District now closed to the public, communication through email is encouraged..
DISTRICT ATTORNEY ANNOUNCES COMPLIANCE WITH EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION 33 JBE 2020 IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19 All District Attorney’s offices for the 22nd Judicial District are closed to the public effective immediately and access to the secure parts of the office is limited to employees, starting at 8:00 a.m. Monday, March 23, 2020, until further notice …Bogalusa Man Sentenced to 99 Years for Molestation of a Juvenile Under 13 and Sexual Battery of a Juvenile Under 13
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 2020 COVINGTON – District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jerry Vince, 44 of Bogalusa, was sentenced to 99 years for Molestation of a Juvenile Under 13 and Sexual Battery of a Juvenile Under 13 by District Judge Scott Gardner. The sentencing hearing was scheduled after a St. Tammany Parish jury …Mandeville Lawyer Sentenced to 60 Days in Jail for Resisting Arrest with Force or Violence and Battery of a Police Officer
MADISONVILLE- District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Judge Alan Zaunbrecher has sentenced Joseph Kott, 40, of Mandeville, to three years for Battery of a Police Officer and Resisting Arrest with Force or Violence with all but 60 days of the sentence suspended as well as a $300 fine and court costs for misdemeanor criminal …Pearl River Man Pleads Guilty to Two Counts of Indecent Behavior with Juveniles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2020 PEARL RIVER – District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that during the second day of trial, Branden Thibodaux, 34, of Pearl River, pleaded guilty to two counts of Indecent Behavior with Juveniles. The case was tried by Assistant District Attorneys Tiffany Dover and Angad Ghai and was investigated …District Attorney Warren Montgomery Receives “Profiles of Courage Award”
Last night District Attorney Warren Montgomery was proud to serve as a guest panelist on the Concerned Citizens of St. Tammany’s Public Corruption Forum. On the panel were Rafael Goyeneche – Metropolitan Crime Commission, Stephen Street – State Inspector General and Captain Scott Lee – Public Information Office, St. Tammany Sheriff’s Office. Rob Masson, …Bogalusa Man Found Guilty of Molestation of a Juvenile Under Age 13 and Sexual Battery of a Juvenile Under Age 13
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2020 COVINGTON – District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Jerry Vince, 44 of Bogalusa, guilty of Molestation of a Juvenile Under Age 13 and Sexual Battery of a Juvenile Under Age 13. Jerry Vince also has four prior convictions for burglary, violation of a …DA Montgomery talks to Latter & Blum Realtors
Today, DA Montgomery took the opportunity to talk to Latter & Blum Realtors to discuss the progress his administration has made over the past five years to help best serve justice in our community.District Attorney Warren Montgomery meets with Slidell Bar Association
District Attorney Warren Montgomery, accompanied by his Chief of Criminal J. Collin Sims, attended the Slidell Bar Association’s February meeting. Mr. Montgomery’s presentation described the exemplary credentials of his staff, the systemic changes he has made to improve the organization and the prosecutorial process, and how the DA’s office is working with law enforcement and …District Attorney Warren Montgomery was the guest speaker RPWST
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was the guest speaker Wednesday night at the Republican Professional Women of St. Tammany Parish’s meeting at Beau Chene Country Club. He spoke to them about the progress his administration has made over the past five years.DA Montgomery attends St. Tammany Chamber event.
District Attorney Montgomery was delighted to attend St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce’s 2020 Installation and Awards Luncheon and greet local business leaders.Mandeville Man Found Guilty of Resisting Arrest with Force or Violence and Battery of a Police Officer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 4, 2020 MADISONVILLE- District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Judge Alan Zaunbrecher found Joseph Kott, 40, of Mandeville, guilty of Resisting a Police Officer with Force or Violence, Battery of a Police Officer, and Simple Criminal Trespassing on January 29, 2020. On January 19, 2018 at 4:30am, Sheriff Officers were called …District Attorney Warren Montgomery participates in Northshore Food Bank’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Last week, District Attorney Warren Montgomery and other elected representatives and community leaders from St. Tammany Parish, were proud to take part in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Northshore Food Bank’s new location, hosted by the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce. (From left to right; Jessica Fleming, Harold Bartholomew, Susan Fleming, Warren Montgomery, and …Grand Jury Indicts Four from Slidell for Second Degree Murder
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2020 SLIDELL- A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Nicholas Ordogne, 19, Jawaun Wilson, 18, Revonte Charles, 18, and Jaydin Charles, 16, for Second Degree Murder of a Slidell Resident on October 18, 2019. The four are accused of murdering a Slidell resident during a planned robbery in …District Attorney Warren Montgomery Meets with Local Leaders
Last night in Covington, District Attorney Warren Montgomery met with local leaders, pastors and community members with whom he shared a message about the progress his administration has made over the past four years and answered questions from the group.District Attorney Warren Montgomery MC of Inauguration Event
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was proud to serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the St. Tammany Parish Inauguration Ceremony inducting in new members of the Parish Council and Parish President Mike Cooper.Abita Springs Man Found Guilty of Aggravated Rape
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 10, 2020 District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Craig Anthony Marquez, 57, of Abita Springs, guilty of Aggravated Rape of a victim under 13. He faces a mandatory life sentence without the benefit of probation, parole or suspension when he is sentenced March 10, 2020 …DA Montgomery Health Update
“As many of you have heard, I had surgery last October at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. I want to thank everyone for your prayers, encouragement, and support during my illness. Contrary to rumors, I am on the mend, back at work full-time, and running for re-election in 2020.” -District Attorney Warren MontgomerySlidell Man Gets 49½ Years In Prison For Sexual Battery of a Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Slidell Man Gets 49½ Years In Prison For Sexual Battery of a Juvenile COVINGTON- District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Charles Morgan, 59, of Slidell, has been sentenced as a multiple offender to 49½ years in prison for sexual battery of a juvenile under 13. Morgan went to trial and …Three Mississippians Plead Guilty In Robbery, Fatal Shooting of Bogalusa Store Owner
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 13, 2019 Three Mississippians Plead Guilty In Robbery, Fatal Shooting of Bogalusa Store Owner FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Levi Lee, 17, of Tylertown, Miss., and Lance Rouse, 25, of Picayune, Miss., pleaded guilty Wednesday (Dec. 11) in the shooting death of a convenience store owner during the robbery of …Grand Jury Indicts Covington Man On Murder Charges in Mandeville Police Shooting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 4, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Covington Man On Murder Charges in Mandeville Police Shooting COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Mark E. Spicer, Jr., 21, of Covington, Wednesday (Dec. 4) with first degree murder, attempted first degree murder, and three additional charges in a …Grand Jury Indicts Two Men In Shooting Death Of Slidell Man
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 18, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Two Men In Shooting Death Of Slidell Man COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury has indicted Jules Clinton Johnson, 30, of Slidell, and Tony Smith, 31, of Slidell, with second degree murder in the shooting death of a 43-year-old man …Grand Jury Indicts Former RCC Correctional Officers In Inmate’s Death
Nov. 14, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Former RCC Correctional Officers In Inmate’s Death COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury has indicted three former officers at the Rayburn Correctional Center (RCC) in Angie on charges of malfeasance of office, conspiracy to commit malfeasance of office, obstruction of justice, and conspiracy to …Abita Springs Man Gets 50 Years In Prison For Sexual Battery Of A Minor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 13, 2019 Abita Springs Man Gets 50 Years In Prison For Sexual Battery Of A Minor COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jinel Sexton, 39, of Abita Springs, was sentenced Friday as a multiple offender by District Judge Scott Gardner to 50 years in prison for sexual battery of a victim …Slidell Man Gets 15 Years In Prison For Crimes With Juveniles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 8, 2019 Slidell Man Gets 15 Years In Prison For Crimes With Juveniles COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Lenard “Andy” Turpin, 52, of Slidell, was sentenced to a total of 15 years in prison Wednesday (Nov. 6) for crimes that involved his coercing a group of juveniles to his home, …Grand Jury Indicts Two Mississippi Men In Burglary of Covington Home
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 8, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Two Mississippi Men In Burglary of Covington Home COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Levi Lee, 17, of Tylertown, Miss., and Lance Rouse, 25, of Picayune, Miss., in the aggravated burglary of a Covington home last December. Lee and Rouse are accused of breaking …Covington Man Indicted on Sexual Battery and Rape of Two Juveniles Under 13
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 8, 2019 Covington Man Indicted on Sexual Battery and Rape of Two Juveniles Under 13 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Kenneth Certain, 57, of Covington, on two counts of sexual battery on a victim under the age of 13 and one count of …Grand Jury Indicts Three People In Woman’s Death From Heroin Overdose In Covington
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 8, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Three People In Woman’s Death From Heroin Overdose In Covington COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Christopher Hickman, 30, of Bogalusa, and Raymond Magee, 40, of Franklinton, on a charge of second degree murder in the death of a …Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Distributing Heroin
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 7, 2019 Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Distributing Heroin COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury convicted Anthony J. Chaney, 33, of Slidell, Wednesday (Nov. 6) of two counts of Distribution of Heroin. Chaney faces from five to 40 years in prison on each count, but as …District Attorney’s Office Provides Training For Criminal Justice Professionals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 5, 2019 District Attorney’s Office Provides Training For Criminal Justice Professionals FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office hosted its annual training for criminal justice system professionals on Oct. 29 and Oct. 31 at the Bogue Chitto State Park Conference Center. The Lewis …Grand Jury Indicts Franklinton Man on Five Sex Crimes Involving Victims Under 13
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 5, 2019 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Logan W. Jarrell, 26, of Franklinton, Thursday (Oct. 31) on five counts of sex crimes involving victims under the age of 13. Jarrell is accused of committing aggravated/first degree rape and sexual battery in November 2014 on …Grand Jury Indicts Bogalusa Man In Infant’s Death
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 4, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Bogalusa Man In Infant’s Death FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Tyrease Brumfield, 20, of Bogalusa, Wednesday (Oct. 30) of first degree murder in the death of an eight-month-old girl in August. The child had been left in Brumfield’s care …Men Who Cook Event for CAC Hope House
Thanks to all who supported D.A. Montgomery and The Shack restaurant at the Men Who Cook event Sunday to benefit The Children’s Advocacy Center — Hope House. A special shoutout goes to Criminal Division Chief Collin Sims for his assistance.Slidell Woman Found Guilty of Second Degree Murder In Stabbing Death Of Her Aunt
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 31, 2019 Slidell Woman Found Guilty of Second Degree Murder In Stabbing Death Of Her Aunt COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Kenya A. Despenza, 40, of Slidell, guilty as charged of second degree murder Thursday (Oct. 31) for stabbing her aunt to death in …Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Aggravated Rape of Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Aggravated Rape of Juvenile COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Shane Pagano, 43, of Slidell, guilty Oct. 17 of aggravated/first degree rape of a victim under 13. Pagano faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison when he is sentenced by …D.A.’s Legal Education Program
District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s office gave about 50 students from two St. Tammany Parish Public Schools a close-up look at the criminal justice system recently through the office’s Kids LEAD (Legal Education And Discovery) Program. Montgomery’s staff developed the program in partnership with St. Tammany schools to provide information to help students stay safe and …Mandeville Woman Gets 22 Years In Prison For Trying To Kill Her Former Attorney
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2019 Mandeville Woman Gets 22 Years In Prison For Trying To Kill Her Former Attorney COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Patricia M. Currie, 78, of Mandeville, was sentenced Thursday (Oct. 24) by District Judge Alan Zaunbrecher to 22 years in prison for the attempted second degree murder of her …Jury Finds Franklinton Man Guilty of Sex Crimes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 25, 2019 Jury Finds Franklinton Man Guilty of Sex Crimes FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Andrew Fonz Hunt, 43, of Franklinton, guilty as charged Wednesday (Oct. 23) of aggravated incest and molestation. He is scheduled for sentencing by District Judge Peter Garcia on Dec. 5 …Former Sheriff’s Deputy Gets Sentenced For Malfeasance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 23, 2019 Former Sheriff’s Deputy Gets Sentenced For Malfeasance COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jordan Hollenbeck, 35, a former narcotics officer for the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, was sentenced by District Judge Alan Zaunbrecher on Wednesday (Oct. 23) to two years in prison, followed by two years of suspended …Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Man on Pornography and Sex Crimes Involving Juveniles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 18, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Man on Pornography and Sex Crimes Involving Juveniles COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Michael Lee Reynolds, 56, of Slidell, Thursday (Oct. 17) on charges of first degree rape of a victim under 13, two counts of molestation of a juvenile under 13, 20 …Grand Jury Indicts Covington Man For Sex Crimes Involving Five Juveniles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 18, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Covington Man For Sex Crimes Involving Five Juveniles COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Charles Michael Folse, II, 32, of Covington, Thursday (Oct. 17) on three counts of first degree aggravated rape of a victim under 13, six counts …DA Warren Montgomery at Northshore Business Council Meeting
District Attorney Warren Montgomery thanked the Northshore Business Council Thursday during the group’s meeting in Madisonville for financing a study that has been evaluating the criminal justice system. As the guest speaker for the group’s membership meeting, Montgomery said the study by the Metropolitan Crime Commission, has been invaluable in helping his administration assess the …District Attorney Warren Montgomery was the guest speaker St. Tammany Municipal Association’s Quarterly Meeting
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was the guest speaker Wednesday night at the St. Tammany Municipal Association’s Quarterly Meeting in Folsom. The lovely Southern Charm Event Center was packed to capacity with city, town, and village leaders from throughout St. Tammany Parish, as well as state and parish officials and candidates, who all mingled over drinks …DA Montgomery Speaks to the Metropolitan Crime Commission’s Board of Directors
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was the guest speaker Tuesday at the Metropolitan Crime Commission’s Board of Directors’ meeting in New Orleans. He thanked the Commission for its independent research, which evaluates the criminal justice system, and discussed how helpful the reports have been in assessing his administration’s success.Collin Sims speaks at Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Assistant District Attorney Collin Sims, who is Chief of the Criminal Division in the District Attorney’s Office, had the pleasure of speaking Oct. 12th at a candlelight vigil in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The vigil was sponsored by Safe Harbor’s Domestic Violence Program at Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Slidell. Collin discussed how …Men Who Cook! Charity Event on November 3 to Support the Hope House Children’s Advocacy Center
District Attorney Warren Montgomery is proud to be partnered with The Shack of Covington to help support the Children’s’ Advocacy Center Hope House and their charity event Men Who Cook! on November 3. Celebrity teams from across St. Tammany and Washington Parish are coming together with their favorite restaurants to offer up tastings for attendees to help …Slidell Man Found Guilty of Second Degree Murder In Drug Overdose Death
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 27, 2019 Slidell Man Found Guilty of Second Degree Murder In Drug Overdose Death COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Joseph Laue, 39, of Slidell, guilty Thursday (Sept. 26) of second degree murder, distribution of heroin, possession with the intent to distribute heroin and possession …Marrero Man Found Guilty Of Aggravated Arson for Setting Cars On Fire In Covington
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 27, 2019 Marrero Man Found Guilty Of Aggravated Arson for Setting Cars On Fire In Covington District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Shane Perez, 38, of Marrero, guilty Wednesday (Sept. 25) of Aggravated Arson. The charge usually carries a penalty of six to 20 years …District Attorney Warren Montgomery speaks to the Louisiana Society Daughters of the American Revolution
District Attorney Warren Montgomery speaks to the Louisiana Society Daughters of the American Revolution On Saturday, September 21st, District Attorney, Warren Montgomery had the privileged to speak with the DAR Louisiana Chapter at Pinewood Plantation in Slidell, Louisiana. ‘Slidell Man Indicted Charged With Raping 9-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 20, 2019 Slidell Man Indicted Charged With Raping 9-Year-Old COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Glenn Mills, 42, of Slidell, Thursday (Sept. 19) on charges of first degree rape and aggravated crime against nature. Mills is accused of committing those crimes against a 9-year-old …Bogalusa Man Gets 40 Years In Prison for Sexual Battery of A 5-Year-Old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 19, 2019 Bogalusa Man Gets 40 Years In Prison for Sexual Battery of A 5-Year-Old Girl FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that Frederick C. Mangrum, 61, of Bogalusa, was sentenced Wednesday (Sept. 18) by District Judge William Burris to 40 years in prison for sexual battery of a victim under 13. …Mt. Hermon Woman Gets 20 Years In Prison For Forgery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 19, 2019 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that Stephanie D. Wilson, 55, of Mt. Hermon, was sentenced Wednesday (Sept. 18) by District Judge William Burris as an habitual offender to 20 years in prison for forgery. Burris found Wilson guilty as charged after she rejected a one-year plea offer. Wilson has …D.A. Warren Montgomery presents to the 22nd JDC Family Court’s Bar Association CLE.
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was pleased for his Office to be among the presenters at the 22nd JDC Family Court’s Bar Association CLE. Mr. Montgomery and his Team, led by Assistant District Roy Burns, III, a domestic violence prosecutor, and Assistant District Attorney Tammy Keaton, who heads our Non-Support Division. Among the many positive statistics, …DA Montgomery speaks at LA Opioid Action Summit
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was a guest speaker yesterday during the first day of the Louisiana Opioid Action Summit at the Harbor Center in Slidell. The three-day event, sponsored by the Louisiana Department of Health, has brought together state and local officials, as well as community leaders to brain storm ideas and develop strategies to …Jury Finds Slidell Man Guilty of Sexual Battery of a Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 30, 2019 Jury Finds Slidell Man Guilty of Sexual Battery of a Juvenile COVINGTON- District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Charles Morgan, 58, of Slidell, guilty Thursday (Aug. 29) of Sexual Battery of a Juvenile under 13. Morgan faces up to 99 years in prison …Jury Finds Slidell Man Guilty of Raping and Molesting a Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2019 Jury Finds Slidell Man Guilty of Raping and Molesting a Juvenile COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Otto Alfaro, 64, of Slidell, guilty Friday, as charged, of aggravated rape and molestation of a juvenile under the age of 13. The defendant faces …Grand Jury Indicts Baton Rouge Man for Second Degree Murder
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2019 COVINGTON- District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury has indicted Terrell Brian Sylvas, 35, of Baton Rouge, on Wednesday (August 21) of one count of Second Degree Murder, one count of Possession of Heroin, and one count of Illegal Carrying of Weapons While in …Jury Convicts Mandeville Woman For The Attempted Murder Of Her Former Attorney
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2019 Jury Convicts Mandeville Woman For The Attempted Murder Of Her Former Attorney COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Patricia M. Currie, 78, of Mandeville, guilty Wednesday (August 14) of attempted second degree murder for trying to kill her former attorney. Currie faces from …Our D.A. spoke on The Lake 94.7. Please take a moment to listen.
Last week I had the opportunity to speak on The Lake 94.7. I wanted to thank the local people who have stepped forward to run for political office. Please listen below.Jury Convicts Pearl River Man of Molesting A Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 9, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Claude Wayne Bennett, 68, of Pearl River, guilty Wednesday (Aug. 7) of two counts of Molestation of a Juvenile under 13. He faces 25 to 99 years in prison when …Slidell Man Convicted of Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile And Drug Charges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 5, 2019 COVINGTON- District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish Jury convicted Lenard “Andy” Turpin, 52, of Slidell, Thursday (August 1) of Attempted Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile under 13, Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Dangerous Substance, and two counts of Distribution of Methamphetamine to Persons Under …Jury Finds Father Guilty of First-Degree Murder In Death Of 6-Week Old Son
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Anthony Dearmas, 27, of New Orleans, guilty Friday (July 19) of first-degree murder in the death of his son, 6-week-old Karter Smith. Dearmas faces mandatory life in prison with no possibility of probation, parole, or suspension of …Jury Convicts Bogalusa Man of Sexual Battery on 5-Year-Old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 15, 2019 Jury Convicts Bogalusa Man of Sexual Battery on 5-Year-Old Girl COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Frederick C. Mangrum, 61, of Bogalusa, guilty Thursday (July 11) of sexual battery of a victim under 13. Mangrum faces 25 to 99 years in prison when …District Attorney’s Offices Are Open Today from 8-4:30, Monday 7.15.19
DCFS Offers Help to Get Non-Custodial Parents ‘On the Road Again’ with Child Support Payments
License reinstatement project in its second year – Download Flyer Here BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) will celebrate Child Support Awareness Month in August with another opportunity for non-custodial parents who are behind on their child support payments to get their driver’s licenses reinstated for a reduced amount. …Great Information from the FDA about Cannabis
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides some helpful information about Cannabis (marijuana) and its derivatives in this article. Click here.Franklinton Man Gets 25 Years In Prison For Molesting Teen Boys
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 2019 Franklinton Man Gets 25 Years In Prison For Molesting Teen Boys FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jonathan Young, 36, of Franklinton, was sentenced Monday (July 8) to serve 25 years in prison without the benefit of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence for molestation and other inappropriate behavior …Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Drug Charges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Damon Jamel Landor, 40, of Slidell, guilty as charged Friday (June 28) of possession of methamphetamine, possession of cocaine, and possession of amphetamine. District Judge Raymond Childress, who presided over the one-day trial, also found Landor guilty …District Attorney Warren Montgomery of the 22nd JDC sits down with Jeff Crouere on his WLAE “Ringside: Politics with a Punch!” Show
District Attorney Warren Montgomery of the 22nd JDC sits down with Jeff Crouere on his WLAE “Ringside: Politics with a Punch!” Show. He discusses his Fresh Start Program which helps those who qualify but cannot afford to get their records expunged, receive an expungment on one morning — this year in September. “Many, many people don’t …District Attorney Warren Montgomery with John “Spud” McConnell on WLAE’s “The Spudcast”
District Attorney Warren Montgomery had the pleasure of chatting with John “Spud” McConnell on WLAE’s “The Spudcast”. Tune in as the D.A. talks about his Office gaining trust and confidence in the Office. He also explains the Expungement process and announces his Fresh Start Program which helps those who qualify, get their record cleared (expunged) …Franklinton Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Manslaughter in 2016 Shooting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2019 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Demario G. Warren, 33, of Franklinton, was sentenced on Wednesday (June 19) to life in prison for manslaughter and two counts of aggravated assault with a firearm. A Washington Parish jury found Warren guilty of the crimes on April 3rd. On May 31st, …Pearl River Man Found Guilty of Attempted Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2019 PEARL RIVER- District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Scott McCoy, 45, of Pearl River, guilty Wednesday (June 19th) of attempted indecent behavior with juveniles. McCoy faces up to three and a half years in prison and will be required to register as a …Causeway Police Officer Gets 4 Years In Prison For Malfeasance And Theft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2019 Causeway Police Officer Gets 4 Years In Prison For Malfeasance And Theft COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that William “Billy” Jones, Jr., a 46-year-old former Causeway Police Department sergeant, was sentenced Thursday (June 13) to four years in prison for stealing from the evidence room he supervised. District Judge …Franklinton Man Found Guilty of Falsifying Calls To 9-1-1
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2019 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Donald E. Tate, 48, of Franklinton, guilty Wednesday (June 12) of false communication with the intent to cause an emergency response for an incident involving an ex-girlfriend. District Judge William H. Burris is set to sentence Tate on …Grand Jury Charges Folsom Man With Rape and Molestation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Joshua D. Jones, 34, of Folsom, Tuesday (June 11) with first degree rape of a victim under the age of 13 and molestation of a juvenile. Jones is accused of raping and molesting a victim …LaPlace Man Indicted With Second Degree Murder in Drug Overdose Death
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Danearl Brown, 46, of LaPlace, on a charge of second degree murder in the death of a Mandeville man from a drug overdose. Brown is accused of selling heroin last year to the 47-year-old victim, who …Grand Jury Indicts Former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Jack Strain on Sex Crimes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 11, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Jack Strain on Sex Crimes COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced in a press conference that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Rodney Jack Strain, Jr., 56, of Abita Springs, Tuesday (June 11) on two counts …Tow Truck Driver Gets Six Years In Prison For Sexual Battery of Three Women
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2019 Tow Truck Driver Gets Six Years In Prison For Sexual Battery of Three Women COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Dale Boudreaux, Jr., 53, of Covington, was sentenced Monday (June 10) to a total of six years in prison for three counts of sexual battery, involving women he was …Mandeville Man Gets 35 Years In Prison For Shooting At Police In Standoff
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2019 Mandeville Man Gets 35 Years In Prison For Shooting At Police In Standoff District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Cory C. McDonald, 41, of Mandeville, pleaded guilty Friday (June 7) to attempted first degree murder, second degree battery, false imprisonment, and resisting an officer with force. District Judge Alan …Jury Convicts Causeway Police Officer of Malfeasance and Guns Theft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 24, 2019 Jury Convicts Causeway Police Officer of Malfeasance and Guns Theft COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery and the Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission announce that a St. Tammany Parish jury found William “Billy” Jones, Jr., a 46-year-old former Causeway Police Department sergeant, guilty Thursday (May 23) of malfeasance in office and …Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Man in Rape and Sexual Battery of Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Donald Phillip Boyle, 66, of Slidell, Wednesday (May 22) on first degree rape and sexual battery of a victim under 13 years old. Boyle is accused of raping and having inappropriate sexual contact with a …Jury Finds Covington Tow Truck Driver Guilty of Sexual Battery of Three Women
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Dale Boudreaux, Jr., 53, of Covington, guilty of three counts of sexual battery for three separate incidents, involving women he was assisting as a tow truck driver in Covington and Mandeville. District Judge William Knight set Boudreaux’s …Slidell Man Gets 38 Years In Prison For Robbing Two Elderly Men In Slidell Area
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Jonathan J. Gabriel, 42, of Slidell, pleaded guilty Tuesday (May 21) to two counts of armed robbery with a firearm and theft of a motor vehicle for robbing two elderly men last December. District Judge Scott Gardner sentenced Gabriel to 38 years without …Teen Gets Life In Prison For Shooting Stepfather To Death in 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2019 Teen Gets Life In Prison For Shooting Stepfather To Death in 2016 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Daniel T. Hamilton, 19, was sentenced Monday (May 20) to life in prison for second degree murder for shooting his stepfather to death in their Covington home in 2016. District Judge …Covington Woman Gets Life In Prison For Raping Child Over Several Years
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 16, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Sandra E. Gaines, 39, of Covington, was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday (May 15) for repeatedly raping a child under age 13 with another adult over several years. District Judge William J. Burris issued the life sentence for each of …Slidell Man Gets 175 Years in Prison for Aggravated Crime Against Nature and Child Pornography
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 3rd, 2019 Slidell Man Gets 175 Years in Prison for Aggravated Crime Against Nature and Child Pornography COVINGTON – District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that David Allen Hammond Jr., 40, of Slidell, was sentenced Friday (May 3) to a total of 175 years in prison for 19 counts of production of …Mandeville Man Pleads Guilty To Heroin Possession
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2019 Mandeville Man Pleads Guilty To Heroin Possession COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Mark H. Anglin, Jr., 34, of Mandeville, pleaded guilty Tuesday (April 30) to possession of heroin. District Judge Scott Gardner sentenced Anglin as a multiple offender to 30 years in prison. Anglin’s prior felony convictions include …Mandeville Man Gets Life In Prison For Fatally Stabbing His Estranged Wife
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that George David Dargis, Jr., 40, of Mandeville, pleaded guilty Tuesday (April 23) to second degree murder and several related charges for stabbing his estranged wife to death in Mandeville in 2017 and committing a string of burglaries in Lacombe after fleeing the crime …Pearl River Man Gets Life in Prison For Killing Ex-Wife and Her Boyfriend
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 8, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jason Matthew Magee, 39, of Pearl River, was sentenced Monday (April 8) to spend the rest of his life in prison for shooting his estranged wife and her boyfriend to death in 2017. District Judge August Hand sentenced Magee to two consecutive life …Jury Convicts Franklinton Man of Manslaughter in 2016 Shooting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5, 2019 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Demario G. Warren, 33, of Franklinton, guilty Thursday (April 3) of manslaughter and two counts of aggravated assault with a firearm. He faces up to 80 years in prison as a repeat offender when he is sentenced by …Jury Convicts Franklinton Man In Highway Incident Involving Wife
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5, 2019 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Gregory S. Stafford, 25, of Franklinton, guilty Tuesday (April 2) of aggravated obstruction of a highway. He was taken to jail and, as a multiple offender, faces up to 30 years in prison when he is sentenced April …Congrats! 1st Graduating Class of Veterans Court
Congratulations to the first class of six graduates from the 22nd Judicial District’s Veterans Court. The entire Veterans Court team, particularly District Judge Raymond Childress, who presides over the court, and Assistant District Attorney Darrell Sims, have done an outstanding job. I was happy to play a role in developing the court, and I was inspired …DA Montgomery speaks to students in Slidell – “The Role of Freedom of Speech”
District Attorney Warren Montgomery enjoyed talking to students in the Advanced Placement U.S. Government Course at Pope John Paul II High School in Slidell last Thursday. The discussion was part of the students’ civics project in which they discussed with elected officials the role of freedom of speech in a democracy.Jury Convicts Stepson of Shooting Father To Death in 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Daniel T. Hamilton, 19, guilty Friday (March 29) of second degree murder for shooting his stepfather to death in their Covington home in 2016. The jury also found Hamilton guilty of two counts of solicitation for murder …Northshore Technical Community College and District Attorney’s Office Create Diversion Partnership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2019 Northshore Technical Community College and District Attorney’s Office Create Diversion Partnership Lacombe, LA—Northshore Technical Community College (NTCC) and The Office of District Attorney Warren Montgomery have partnered to create an educational …Jury Convicts Covington Woman Of Raping Child Over Several Years
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2019 Jury Convicts Covington Woman Of Raping Child Over Several Years COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Sandra E. Gaines, 39, of Covington, guilty Thursday (March 28) of two counts of aggravated rape and three counts of sexual battery for repeatedly raping a child …Jury Convicts Alabama Man In Stabbing Death of Girlfriend Near Covington
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2019 Jury Convicts Alabama Man In Stabbing Death of Girlfriend Near Covington COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Johnathan Lee Nall, 39, of Mobile, Alabama, guilty Tuesday (March 27) of second degree murder and terrorizing in the stabbing death of his girlfriend. Nall faces …Bush Man Gets 50 Years in Prison For Killing and Burning Ex-Girlfriend
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 13, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Gary L. Harris, 57, of Bush, was sentenced Tuesday (March 12) to serve 50 years in prison for killing his estranged girlfriend and burning her body in 2015. District Judge Raymond Childress sentenced Harris to 40 years in prison on the manslaughter charge …Covington Lawyer Gets 20 Years in Prison For Child Pornography
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Victor R. Loraso, 38, an attorney who lives in Covington, pleaded guilty Monday (March 11) to 26 child pornography charges. District Judge Martin Coady sentenced Loraso to a total of 20 years in prison. Loraso pleaded guilty to four counts of distribution of …D.A. Montgomery with the Lacombe Republican Women
D.A. Warren Montgomery had the pleasure of meeting with the Bayou Lacombe Republican Women today to update them on the progress his administration has made over the past three years.- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 8, 2019 Washington Parish Jury Finds Bogalusa Man Guilty of Obscenity FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Marlon D. Harwell, 58, of Bogalusa, guilty of obscenity Wednesday (Feb. 6) for an incident that occurred outside his apartment last year. Harwell faces from 20 years to …
DA Visits Newell Normand Show
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was honored to be a guest on the Newell Normand show on February 5, 2019. Please use the link below to listen in! https://drive.google.com/file/d/10ChW1Rnciah1d2GlXqOZcal-oVHb6v01/view?usp=sharingMadisonville Man Pleads Guilty To 500 Counts of Possessing Child Pornography
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 5, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that Ryan Horak, 21, of Madisonville, pleaded guilty Tuesday (Feb. 5) as charged to 500 counts of possession of pornography involving juveniles under the age of 13. Horak faces 10 to 40 years in prison without probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. He will …Jury Finds Pearl River Man Guilty of Killing Ex-Wife and Her Boyfriend
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 1, 2019 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Jason Matthew Magee, 39, of Pearl River, guilty of two counts of first degree murder for shooting his estranged wife and her boyfriend to death in 2017. The unanimous jury verdicts concluded a weeklong trial before District …Grand Jury Indicts Franklinton Man On Charges Of Raping Two Girls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 31, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts Franklinton Man On Charges Of Raping Two Girls FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Lucas Damon Thomas, 36, of Franklinton, on charges of first degree rape of a victim under 13, sexual battery of a victim under 13, second degree …Franklinton Man Gets 70 Years in Prison For Killing His Mother, Injuring Two Others
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 31, 2019 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that Christopher Rashad Dillon, 25, of Franklinton, abruptly pleaded guilty Tuesday (Jan. 29) near the end of his second day of trial for shooting his mother to death and injuring two others, including a Franklinton police officer. District Judge Scott Gardner sentenced Dillon to …Grand Jury Indicts 5 Former Deputies, 16 Inmates In Jail Rape and Beating
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 28, 2019 Grand Jury Indicts 5 Former Deputies, 16 Inmates In Jail Rape and Beating FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted five former deputies with the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office and 16 inmates Monday (Jan. 28) in connection with a rape and a beating at …Slidell Man Gets 30 Years In Prison For Death of Mandeville Teen Who Smoked Mojo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Jamie D. Cooper, 35, of Slidell, pleaded guilty Friday (Jan. 4) to negligent homicide and distribution of synthetic marijuana for providing the drugs that led to the death of a Mandeville teenager in 2016. Cooper was sentenced to 30 years in prison. The crime came to …Former Mandeville Police Officer Found Guilty of Shoplifting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 20, 2018 Former Mandeville Police Officer Found Guilty of Shoplifting COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Johnnie A. Sanders, 43, a former Mandeville Police Department officer, was found guilty Tuesday (December 19) of theft for shoplifting from a hardware store. District Judge Scott Gardner, who presided over the misdemeanor trial, sentenced …Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Man In Separate Rapes of Two Juvenile Girls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted James Bishop, 67, of Slidell, Wednesday (Dec. 12) of two counts of aggravated rape of a victim under 13, two counts of molestation of a juvenile, and production of pornography involving juveniles. Bishop is accused of …Pearl River Man Gets 40 Years in Prison For Fatal Stabbing in Slidell
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 6, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Joseph Adam Thibodeaux, 26, of Pearl River, pleaded guilty Wednesday (Dec. 5) to manslaughter and domestic violence aggravated assault for stabbing to death his former girlfriend’s uncle. District Judge Scott Gardner sentenced Thibodeaux to 40 years in prison on the manslaughter charge and …Three Men Plead Guilty And Get Jail Time In 2017 Mt. Hermon Shootings
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 5, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced Wednesday (Dec 5) that three men involved in a shooting spree that damaged homes and property in the Mount Hermon area in April 2017 have pleaded guilty to nine counts of illegal use of weapons, two counts of simple criminal damage to property, nine …Breakfast with the Rotary Club of Northshore in Slidell
District Attorney Warren Montgomery enjoyed sharing the accomplishments of his administration today during a breakfast meeting of the Rotary Club of Northshore in Slidell.DA Sponsors Field Trip to STPSO’s Special Ops Unit
The Pitcher Junior High Students who are participating in District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Kids L.E.A.D. Program enjoyed a “really cool” field trip today to the St. Tammany Parish Special Operations Unit where they learned about specialized personnel units such as the S.W.A.T. Team, the Hazardous Disposal Unit (Bomb Squad), Hostage Negotiators, the Marine and Traffic …Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Man on Charges of Raping 12-Year-Old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 14, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Shawn A. Doucette, 33, of Slidell, Tuesday (Nov. 13) with two counts of first degree rape of a victim under 13. Doucette is accused of raping a 12-year-old girl on at least two occasions between Oct. …Grand Jury Re-Indicts Slidell Man In Death of Teen from Synthetic Marijuana
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 14, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury re-indicted Jamie D. Cooper, 34, of Slidell, Tuesday (Nov. 13) with second degree murder in the death of a teenager found unresponsive in a Covington ditch after smoking synthetic marijuana. The new, superseding indictment added a charge …Grand Jury Indicts Two With Racketeering In Auto Parts Theft Operation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 14, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 14, 2018 Grand Jury Indicts Two With Racketeering In Auto Parts Theft Operation COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury charged Dustin Ray Hughes, 32, of Angie, and Sharon D. Snelgrove, 38, of Carriere, Miss., with racketeering and multiple theft …Grand Jury Indicts Former Sun Police Officer on Malfeasance Charges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 14, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a grand jury indicted Jacob Scott Walker, 36, a former Sun police officer, Tuesday (Nov. 13) with two counts of malfeasance. Walker is accused of pocketing money he collected from traffic tickets for his own personal gain between Feb. 8 and Aug. 13 …District Attorney’s Office Holds Training For Criminal Justice Professionals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 12, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office held two daylong training sessions for criminal justice system professionals on Nov. 6 and Nov. 8 at the Bogue Chitto State Conference Center. This year, the sixth annual event was named the Lewis Murray, III, Memorial Training For …Kids L.E.A.D. Program at Pitcher welcomes FBI
As part of District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Kids L.E.A.D. (Legal Education and Discovery) Program, 8th graders at Pitcher Junior High today heard from Lori Chauvin, FBI Community Outreach Specialist. She shared information about the FBI’s campaign “It’s Not A Joke #thinkbeforeyoupost,” regarding hoax threats and how seriously the federal government takes these “jokes.” She shared …Historic Donation Will Make “Men Who Cook” Fundraiser The Biggest Yet
Read this exciting news from CAC-Hope House – CAC Donation Press Release. Visit CACHOPEHOUSE.ORG for additional information and to buy tickets!District Attorney Announces Interagency Partnership to Combat Domestic Violence
Below is the District Attorney’s Press Release regarding this Domestic Violence event. Below also please watch WWL-TV news video coverage and the full event via the New Orleans Advocate’s FB Live. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 25, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced Thursday (Oct. 25) that 12 local and state agencies have signed a Memorandum …Grand Jury Indicts Atlanta Man of Raping 11-Year-Old Slidell Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 18, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Jacques A. Garnett, 52, of Atlanta, Thursday (Oct. 18) of first degree rape of a person under the age of 13. Garnett is accused of raping an 11-year old girl in Slidell between November 1, 2016, …Jury Convicts Covington Man of Domestic Abuse Battery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury convicted Robert G. Garner, Jr., 44, of Covington, on Oct. 11 of domestic abuse battery involving strangulation. As a multiple offender, Garner faces two to six years in prison when he is sentenced by District Judge Peter Garcia. On the night …Grand Jury Indicts Former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Deputy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 18, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Deputy Bryan Ricky Steinert, 42, of Pearl River, Thursday (Oct. 18) of one count of falsely swearing for the purpose of violating public health or safety and one count of malfeasance. …ADA Harold Bartholomew Panelist for Elder Financial Exploitation Event
Assistant District Attorney Harold S. Bartholomew will be among the panelists speaking at a town hall in Baton Rouge Thursday (Oct. 18) about preventing elder financial exploitation. The event will be held at Independence Park Theatre, 7800 Independence Blvd. Bartholomew, an expert in elder abuse prosecutions, will join other industry leaders and state officials in …Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Illegally Filming and Posting Sex Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 10, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Sean T. Bass, 42, of Slidell, guilty Tuesday (Oct. 9) of video voyeurism of sexual intercourse. Bass faces one to five years in jail. Bass is accused of videotaping himself engaged in consensual sex with the victim …Letter from D.A. Warren Montgomery – Political Advocates Knocking On Your Door?
Mr. Montgomery writes a letter to the citizens of our Washington and St. Tammany Parishes regarding political advocates in the upcoming political season. Please click on this link to view the letter. CitizensLtr re political advocates 10.1.18Former Health Club Worker Pleads Guilty in $1.7 million Fraud Scheme
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 27, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Emily L. Davis, 43, of Ponchatoula, pleaded guilty Wednesday (Sept. 26) to theft and identity theft in a scheme that bilked her former employer, Franco’s Athletic Club, of more than $1.7 million. Davis, the club’s former finance director, was one of two people …Jury Finds Franklinton Man Guilty of Aggravated Crime Against Nature With Boy, 4
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 27, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Jonathan Luper, 27, of Franklinton, guilty as charged of aggravated crime against nature with a child under 13. Luper faces a sentence of 25 to 99 years in prison when he is sentenced on Oct. 8. The victim, …Franklinton Man, 63, Pleads Guilty To Raping Mentally Handicapped Man
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 27, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Eddie McBeth, 63, of Franklinton, abruptly ended his trial Wednesday (Sept. 26) with a guilty plea to second degree rape for raping a mentally handicapped man nearly three years ago. District Judge Alan Zaunbrecher sentenced McBeth to 25 years in prison without the …Multiple Offender Gets 30 Years In Prison For Gun Possession
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 27, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Ronald St. Cyre, 37, of Westwego, was sentenced Friday (Sept. 21) as a multiple offender to 30 years in prison for being a felon with a firearm. A St. Tammany Parish jury had found St. Cyre guilty of the crime in July. In …Lacombe Woman Gets 30 Years in Prison in Death of Foster Child
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 24, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Trenique C. Faciane, 44, of Lacombe was sentenced Friday (Sept. 21) to 30 years in prison for killing her 22-month-old foster child. Faciane, who owned a daycare at the time of the child’s death, had pleaded guilty to manslaughter in February before District …Lacombe Man Gets Life Sentence For Raping Mandeville Woman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 17, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Ronald D. Moore, Jr., 26, of Lacombe, was sentenced Monday (Sept. 17) to mandatory life in prison for breaking into a Mandeville woman’s home and raping her last year. A first degree rape charge carries a mandatory life sentence under state law. District …Man Pleads Guilty To Multiple Drug Charges From Slidell Undercover Operation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 13, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Kyle Jerome Anderson, 33, of New Orleans, pleaded guilty Monday (Sept. 10) to possession with the intent to distribute heroin, aggravated criminal damage to property, attempted distribution of heroin, obstruction of justice, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. District Judge …Arkansas Man, 83, Charged With Raping 11-Year-Old Girl in Franklinton
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 29, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Clyde Waymon Williams, 83, of Monette, Arkansas, Tuesday (Aug. 28) on charges of first degree rape of a victim under 13 and sexual battery of a victim under 13. Williams is accused of raping an 11-year-old girl …Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Molesting Two Teen Girls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 24, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish jury convicted Earnest C. Diaz, Jr., 45, of Slidell, Thursday (Aug. 23) of two counts of molestation of a juvenile where the offender had control or supervision over the juvenile and aggravated crime against nature. Diaz faces up to …District Attorney’s Office Launches Legal Education Program With St. Tammany School
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office launched a new legal education program at William Pitcher Junior High School today (Aug. 24) in partnership with St. Tammany Parish Schools to teach schoolchildren about the criminal justice system and help them make good choices. The program, called Kids LEAD (Legal Education And …Lacombe Man Who Raped Juvenile Gets 99 Years In Prison
August 21, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that James Matthew Cole, 64, of Lacombe, was sentenced Monday (August 20) to 99 years in prison, the maximum sentence allowed, for sexual battery of a victim under 13. District Judge Scott Gardner also sentenced Cole to 40 years in prison for second degree rape and 40 …Woman Gets Life Sentence For Killing Best Friend’s Fiancé
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 17, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Margaret Stockstill, 33, of Franklinton, was sentenced to life in prison without parole Thursday (August 16) for killing her best friend’s fiancé. A St. Tammany Parish jury found Stockstill guilty of second degree murder for the crime after a weeklong trial before District …Former St. Tammany Deputy Pleads Guilty to Distributing Marijuana and Malfeasance
August 15, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Deputy Kenneth Szalajeski, 36, of Folsom, pleaded guilty Wednesday (August 15) to two counts of distribution of marijuana and two counts of malfeasance in office. District Judge Raymond S. Childress sentenced Szalajeski to 10 years in prison with nine of them …Jury Finds Lacombe Man Guilty of Raping a Juvenile
August 13, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish jury found James Matthew Cole, 64, of Lacombe, guilty Friday of second degree rape, molestation of a juvenile, and sexual battery of a victim under 13. He faces 25 to 99 years in prison when he is sentenced by District Judge Scott …DA Montgomery at Folsom Junior High
District Attorney Warren Montgomery joined the staff at Folsom Junior High School Wednesday morning for a community breakfast. Thanks to Principal Amy Barrow and Assistant Principal Kenita Nicoulin for the warm welcome.Jury Finds Lacombe Man Guilty of Raping Mandeville Woman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 10, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Ronald D. Moore, Jr., 26, of Lacombe, guilty Thursday evening of first degree rape and aggravated burglary for breaking into a Mandeville woman’s home and raping her last year. Moore faces a mandatory sentence of life in …D.A. Montgomery at United Way RB&R Event!
District Attorney Warren Montgomery had a blast, eating beans and shaking hands at the United Way’s Annual Red Beans’N Rice Cook-Off yesterday in Slidell.Folsom Community Breakfast August 3, 2018 — in Folsom
District Attorney Warren Montgomery attended this popular monthly event and was able to share some of the great things his staff is doing for our community.St. Tammany Man Indicted for First Degree Rape of Victim under 13.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 26, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Gregory Horton Luker, II, 32, of Madisonville of first degree rape of a victim under 13. Luker is accused of raping a girl in Madisonville when she was about 9 years old. Assistant District Attorney …Grand Jury Indicts Mandeville Man on Charges of Raping 9-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 26, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Michael Anthony Scott, 49, of Mandeville, Wednesday (July 25) of first degree rape of a victim under 13 and sexual battery of a victim under 13. Scott is accused of raping a girl, who was …Mandeville Assisted Living Facility Pleads Guilty To Failing To Report Rape
PHOTO CAPTION: District Attorney Warren Montgomery and Assistant District Attorney Ysonde Boland present a $25,000 check to SALT (Seniors And Law Enforcement Together) Council Chairman Ralph Oneal. The donation was part of a plea agreement in which Mandeville Shelter Care, the parent company of Beau Provence Memory Care Living in Mandeville, pleaded guilty to a …DA Warren Montgomery – Fellowship in Folsom
District Attorney Warren Montgomery had a great time of fellowship with men of the Folsom community Saturday morning (July 14) at Rainey Chapel. The men shared breakfast and conversation, and some of them got to show their beautiful antique cars.D.A. Montgomery Names Shea Penton to Lead Washington Parish Office
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 13, 2018 D.A. Montgomery Names Shea Penton to Lead Washington Parish Office FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that he has named Assistant District Attorney Shea Penton as Administrator of the Washington Parish Office. Penton will continue to screen cases and prosecute misdemeanors (cases with a sentence no more than six months), …District Attorney Warren Montgomery Names Civil Division Chief
July 11, 2018 District Attorney Warren Montgomery Names Civil Division Chief COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced Wednesday that he has named Assistant District Attorney Cary Menard as Chief of the Civil Division, responsible for leading the department whose newly enhanced duties include representing St. Tammany Parish Government. The Louisiana Supreme Court resolved two years of …Speeding through North Shore traffic court on the horizon
A new traffic court in St. Tammany Parish will be launched on July 5 in a move designed to fast track cases that do not require a trial. Judge William H. Burris of the 22nd Judicial District will preside over the traffic court. The new traffic court “is only possible with the help and participation of District Attorney Warren …Louisiana Supreme Court’s Decision in Montgomery vs. St. Tammany Parish Government and Pat Brister
Supreme Court of Louisiana FOR IMMEDIATE NEWS RELEASE NEWS RELEASE #030 FROM: CLERK OF SUPREME COURT OF LOUISIANA The Opinions handed down on the 27th day of June, 2018. Please click here to read decision: 2018.6.27 Supreme Court DecisionLouisiana Supreme Courts Confirms D.A. As Parish’s Legal Advisor
OR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 27, 2018 District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that the Louisiana Supreme Court has unanimously reversed the judgment of the courts below and rendered a decision, confirming his role as the legal advisor to St. Tammany Parish. “I attempted to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner,” Montgomery said in response to …Man Gets 18 Years in Prison for Killing Pregnant Girlfriend in Car Crash
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Matthew Oneal, Sr., 26, of Picayune, Miss., was sentenced to 18 years in prison Wednesday (June 20) for vehicular homicide and third degree feticide in the deaths of his girlfriend and their unborn child in a one-vehicle crash on Interstate 59 in Pearl …Jury Finds Woman Guilty of Killing Best Friend’s Fiancé
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2016 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Margaret Stockstill, 33, of Franklinton, guilty of second degree murder in the death of her best friend’s fiancé. Stockstill faces a mandatory life sentence when she appears before District Judge Peter J. Garcia for sentencing Aug. 16. …Grand Jury Indicts Father Accused of Killing Infant Son
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2016 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Corey Michael Nauck, 25, of Folsom, Thursday (June 14) of first degree murder in the death of his seven-month-old son. Nauck is accused of beating the infant, who had been left in his care at the …Five People Indicted in February Murders of Two Pearl River Friends
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted four people Thursday (June 14) in the kidnapping and murders of two Pearl River residents in February and another person with assisting after the fact. The defendants and their charges are: • Jason David Landry, 18, …Mandeville Man Is Found Guilty of Domestic Abuse Battery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Vincent Pierce, 39, of Mandeville, was convicted Monday of domestic abuse battery for attacking a woman in 2015. District Judge Scott Gardner, who issued the ruling, sentenced Pierce to six months in jail with all but one month suspended for the misdemeanor conviction. …Jury Convicts Bogalusa Man of Domestic Abuse Aggravated Assault
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Latimore C. Thompson, 31, of Bogalusa, guilty Wednesday (May 23) of domestic abuse aggravated assault. District Judge William Knight also found Thompson guilty on a separate charge of domestic abuse battery, a misdemeanor that can be tried only …Bogalusa Man Gets 50 Years for Manslaughter in Woman’s 2016 Death
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Charles Joseph Mixon, 43, of Bogalusa, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and obstruction of justice in the 2016 shooting death of a woman whose body was burned beyond recognition. Keri G. Stewart, 43, of Bogalusa, Mixon’s girlfriend at the time, also pleaded guilty to …Bogalusa Man, 64, Pleads Guilty To Raping 5-Year-Old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Donald R. Stone, 64, of Bogalusa pleaded guilty Monday (May 21) to the second degree rape of a victim under 13. District Judge William Knight sentenced Stone to 30 years in prison. Between Jan. 1 and April 26 in 2016, Stone raped a …Grand Jury Indicts Two Men in Woman’s Heroin Death
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted two men—Oren Bowens, 39, of Slidell, and Warren Brown, 26, of Pearl River—with second degree murder Thursday (May 17) in the case of a 23-year-old woman who died after ingesting heroin. Bowens is also charged with …Grand Jury Indicts Texas Man In Rape, Molestation Of Two Girls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Harold A. Butler, Jr., 45, of Jefferson Parish, with aggravated rape of a victim under 13 and the molestation of a juvenile under his care or custody in incidents involving two victims. Butler is accused of …District Attorney Adds Charges to 3 Men in Mount Hermon Shooting Spree
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced Friday (May 18) that he has added seven more counts to the charges against three young men accused of shooting homes and businesses in the Mount Hermon area before dawn in April last year. The men—Bailey Koon, 18, of Franklinton; Dakota Tetreau, 20, of …Ex-Con Gets 20 Years for Possessing Gun and Drugs and Fleeing Police
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Michael Richardson, 34, of Covington, pleaded guilty Monday (May 14) to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, illegal possession of a stolen firearm, possession of marijuana (third offense), and resisting an officer during an incident last year. District Judge Martin Coady …Ex-Boyfriend Found Guilty of Murder and Kidnapping in Pearl River Woman’s Death
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 11, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Jonathan D. Talley, 37, of Bogalusa, guilty as charged Friday (May 11) of second degree murder in the death of his former girlfriend, the mother of his child, in Pearl River nearly two years ago. Talley also …Covington Man Found Guilty of Robbing Mandeville Discount Store
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Michael E. Mitchell, 36, of Covington, was sentenced Thursday (May 10) to three years in prison for robbing a discount store in Mandeville last year. Mitchell, who was convicted of first degree robbery on April 23, was sentenced by District Judge Reginald T. …DA Warren Montgomery writes letter to the Editor April 30, 2018 – Citizens deserve peace and safety
DA Warren Montgomery writes letter to the Editor April 30, 2018 – Citizens deserve peace and safety. Click this link to read the letter. http://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/opinion/letters/article_dc84c1ea-48b5-11e8-afb3-efefbb58c0a8.htmlSixteen People Charged With Racketeering In Counterfeit Check Scheme
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 27, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery hosted a press conference Friday (April 27) at 10:30 a.m. to announce the indictment of 16 suspects, charged with racketeering and 89 counts of bank fraud for an alleged check counterfeiting operation. The indictments, returned April 19, were the result of a yearlong investigation by …District Attorney Warren Montgomery releases Income & Expenses Analysis for his Office
Shared here by the District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office are the Income & Expenses Analysis pie charts for the years 2015-2019. 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019D.A. Montgomery – Special Guest at N.S. Legal Secretaries Association
District Attorney Warren Montgomery was honored to be the special guest last night at the meeting of the Northshore Legal Secretaries Association.Metairie Woman Pleads Guilty to DWI
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Olivia Matte, 27, of Metairie, pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated (first offense) and improper lane usage Tuesday (April 24), after District Judge William Knight rejected her attempts to delay the case. Knight sentenced Matte to a suspended six-month jail sentence, enrollment in …Jury Finds Slidell Woman Guilty Of Stealing Identity From Social Media
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 19, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Cindy T. White, 41, of Slidell, guilty Wednesday (April 18) of theft of identity over $1,000 for stealing another woman’s identity via social media. White faces up to 10 years when she is sentenced by District Judge …Bogalusa Man Pleads Guilty to Series of Arsons in Bogalusa
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 18, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Herman A. Thomas, 44, of Bogalusa, pleaded guilty Monday (April 16) to one count of aggravated arson and eight counts of simple arson for igniting a series of fires in Bogalusa over two years. District Judge William “Rusty” Knight sentenced Thomas to six …Community Gathers At Franklinton Courthouse To Recognize Crime Victims
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2018 FRANKLINTON—Victims of crime, their supporters, service providers, public officials, and other community members joined District Attorney Warren Montgomery for a ceremony that his office hosted Thursday (April 12) in recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 8-14). The event, held at the Washington Parish courthouse, opened outside with …Covington Man Gets 60 Years In Prison For Rape and Child Pornography Possession
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 13, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jackson Richard Miller, 50, of Covington, pleaded guilty Thursday (April 12) to forcible rape, indecent behavior with a juvenile under 13, obstruction of justice, and 164 counts of possession of child pornography. District Judge August J. Hand sentenced Miller to a total of …National Crime Victims’ Rights Week – Powerful Event in Washington Parish
District Attorney Warren Montgomery wishes to thank all who participated in the ceremony his office hosted yesterday at the Washington Parish Courthouse in Franklinton as part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 8-14). It was a poignant event and powerful reminder that the victims and survivors of crime are why we do what we …STPPS 2018-2019 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR AND PRINCIPALS OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCED
Three teachers and three principals have been selected as the 2018-2019 St. Tammany Parish Public School System Teachers and Principals of the Year. Named as 2018-2019 District Teachers of the Year are Malinda Meyer, Folsom Elementary in the Elementary Division; Lauren Bethancourt, Boyet Junior High in the Middle/Junior High Division; and Dr. Todd Tarifa, Northshore …National Crime Victims Rights’ Week – At the Justice Center
Thanks to the organizations that set up stations at the Justice Center in Covington this week as part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 8-14) to provide information about their services. The service providers included Safe Harbor, Children’s Advocacy Center-Hope House, and Metropolitan Center for Women and Children.Folsom Man Gets Life in Prison for Rape of 11-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Victor Galan, 38, of Folsom, was found guilty Thursday (April 5) of aggravated rape of an 11-year-old girl. Galan requested a trial without a jury before District Judge August J. Hand, who rendered the guilty verdict and sentenced Galan to mandatory life in …Domestic homicide spike spurs St. Tammany Parish group
Domestic violence is on the rise. Last year was a violent one in St. Tammany Parish, with a record number of homicides. Authorities say many of those killings stemmed from domestic violence. Now, in an effort to reduce the number of domestic violence and sexual assault cases, several St. Tammany Parish law enforcement agencies are meeting to coordinate …Covington Man Found Guilty of Sexual Battery of a Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Gregory Allen Schwaner, 51, of Covington, guilty Wednesday (March 28) of two counts of sexual battery on a juvenile. The jury of nine men and three women deliberated about two hours before returning the guilty verdict to …Slidell Man Gets 40 Years In Prison for Raping 12-Year-Old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 27, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jose David Raibstein, 61, of Slidell, pleaded guilty Monday (March 26) to forcible rape of a 12-year-old girl. District Judge August Hand sentenced Raibstein to 40 years in prison. The victim was visiting Raibstein’s home in May 2013, when he raped her during …Bogalusa Man Gets 10 Years in Prison for Trying to Kill Wife
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 27, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Michael J. Hortman, 52, of Bogalusa, pleaded guilty Tuesday (March 27) to attempted second degree murder. District Judge William J. Knight sentenced him to 10 years in prison without the benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. The crime occurred Sept. 29, …Grand Jury Indicts Tennessee Man In Accident That Killed Motorist
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Curtis Osko, 31, of Indian Mound, Tennessee, Thursday (March 22) with careless operation of a vehicle, which resulted in a crash that killed a driver last year. The accident occurred on April 19, 2017, when Osko …Lacombe Man Indicted on Second Degree Murder in Beating Death of His Father
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Casey Emile Melerine, 27, of Lacombe, Thursday (March 22) on a charge of second degree murder in the death of his father in Lacombe last year. Melerine is accused in the beating death of his father, …St. Tammany Parish Grand Jury Indicts Hammond Man for First Degree Rape
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Anwar Damine Ruffin, 40, of Hammond Thursday (March 22) of first degree rape and sexual battery of a victim under 13. Ruffin is accused of raping and committing sexual battery upon an 11-year-old girl in early …Grand Jury Indicts Mandeville Man In Death of His Estranged Wife
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted George David Dargis, Jr., 39, of Mandeville, Thursday (March 22) of second degree murder in the death of his estranged wife and several other charges related to an alleged crime spree afterward. Dargis is accused of …Jury Finds Ponchatoula Woman Guilty in 5th DWI
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Hollie Ramirez-Power, 37, of Ponchatoula, guilty Wednesday (March 21) of driving while intoxicated—4th or subsequent offense, which is a felony. Ramirez-Power is set to be sentenced by District Judge William Burris on March 29, and she faces …LA Supreme Court grants oral arguments in District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s civil case vs St. Tammany Parish
The Louisiana Supreme Court has granted oral arguments in District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s civil case against St. Tammany Parish government, regarding civil representation of the parish. Oral arguments have been set for April 30th at 2:00 PM. Click below to read the four briefs that have been filed in the case. District Attorney’s Original Brief to …D.A. Warren Montgomery Announces Interagency Domestic Violence Team
March 21, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office is leading an effort to form an interagency team of law enforcement officers, probation and parole officials, and service providers to coordinate and improve their response to domestic violence and sexual assault cases in St. Tammany Parish. The group, which will be called the …D.A. Comments on article from the Denver Post regarding legalization of marijuana.
I found this article interesting and is one of the reasons I oppose legalization of marijuana at this time.Our Office Would Like to Acknowledge and Congratulate St. Tammany Parish Public Schools
March 16, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Meredith Mendez, Director of Communications 985.898.3244/ Meredith.Mendez@stpsb.org Stpps recognized for excellence in school safety and prevention Crimestoppers has recognized St. Tammany Parish Public Schools for its diligence in student safety with their Excellence in School Safety and Prevention Award. STPPS and Superintendent Trey Folse were honored Thursday …Mississippi Man Gets 50 Years in Prison for Sexual Battery of 8-Year-Old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Lloyd Joseph Weysham, 62, of Kiln, Mississippi, pleaded guilty Wednesday (March 14) to sexual battery of a victim under 13. District Judge Peter Garcia sentenced Weysham to 50 years in prison. The victim, an 8-year-old girl, had been left in Weysham’s care in …DA Montgomery appeared on the Lake 3.15.18
Please listen to DA Montgomery on the Lake 3.15.18. He talks about a pair of bills being advanced by local lawmakers that he said are needed. He also discussed local schools and the issue of school violence. Click on the audio file below. https://lake947sports.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/da-warren.mp3Folsom Man Found Guilty of Sexual Battery of 4-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Scott A. Barr, 28, formerly of Folsom, guilty Friday (March 9) of two counts of sexual battery. He faces up to 10 years in prison on each count when he is sentenced by District Judge Scott Gardner. …D. A. Montgomery’s Letter to the Editor of New Orleans Advocate – Sending St. Tammany deputy case to attorney general prudent, fair
I am writing in response to James Gill’s column concerning alleged criminal acts by members of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office. At the outset, I want to communicate my appreciation, respect, and thanks to The Advocate and WWL-TV for bringing these allegations to my attention. No one is above the law, and everyone is …Grand Jury Indicts Bogalusa Man for Rape of 9-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Kendrick L. Baker, 27, of Bogalusa, Tuesday (Feb. 27) of first degree rape of a victim under 13. Baker is accused of raping a 9-year-old girl in February 2017.Grand Jury Indicts Bogalusa Man for Rape of 12-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Louis J. Crawford, III, 29, of Bogalusa, Tuesday (Feb. 27) of first degree rape of a victim under 13. Crawford is accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in July 2017.Grand Jury Indicts Franklinton Man for Rape of 8-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Andrew Fonz Hunt, 41, of Franklinton, Tuesday (Feb. 27) of first degree aggravated rape of a victim under 13 and molestation of a juvenile. Hunt is accused of molesting and then raping a girl from the time …Bogalusa Man Pleads Guilty and Gets 10 Years in Prison for Sexual Battery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 28, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Amos A. Beliew, 36, of Bogalusa, pleaded guilty Monday (Feb. 26) to two counts of sexual battery and one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. District Judge Alan Zaunbrecher sentenced Beliew to 10 years on each count, and the …Franklinton Man Gets 20 Years in Prison for Raping 14-year-old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 27, 2018 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Michael J. Fox, 53, of Franklinton, pleaded guilty Monday (Feb. 26) to second degree rape for raping a 14-year-old girl. District Judge Alan Zaunbrecher sentenced Fox to 20 years in prison and lifetime registration as a sex offender. Fox had been doing handyman …Pontchatoula Man Gets 99 Years in Prison for Sex Crimes Involving Juveniles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 27, 2018 COVINGTON — District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Ross Patrick Bernard, Sr., 41, of Ponchatoula, interrupted the second day of his trial Tuesday (Feb. 27) by pleading guilty to two counts of forcible rape, seven counts of sexual battery, and one count of failure to make required notification as a sex …St. Tammany Parish Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Man in Death of Lacombe Woman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 23, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Leslie Davis, Jr., on charges of manslaughter, obstruction of justice, and accessory after the fact in the death of a Lacombe woman last year. Davis, 56, of Slidell, is accused in the death of Krystle L. …Former Teacher/Scout Leader Gets 55 Years in Prison for Sex Crimes Involving Children
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 22, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Dennis C. Mischler, 65, of Covington, a former teacher, church and scout leader, was sentenced to a total of 55 years in prison for two counts of oral sexual battery, molestation of a juvenile, and 54 counts of pornography involving juveniles. Before the …Mandeville Man Gets 40 Years in Prison for Forcible Rape of Two Juveniles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 21, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that David Joseph Murray, 50, of Mandeville, pleaded guilty Tuesday (Feb. 20) to two counts of forcible rape and one count of molestation of a juvenile. District Judge Reginald Badeaux sentenced Murray to 40 years each on the rape counts and 20 years on …Man Who Robbed Slidell Restaurant Pleads Guilty and Gets 35 Years in Prison
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 21, 2018 District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Michael Troy Donato, 26, of Slidell, pleaded guilty Tuesday (Feb. 20) to two counts of attempted first degree murder, four counts of armed robbery with a firearm and one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. District Judge Martin Coady …Jury Finds Folsom Man Guilty of Attempted Molestation and Aggravated Incest
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 9, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Todd Bennett, 30, of Folsom, guilty Friday (Feb. 9) of attempted molestation of a juvenile and aggravated incest of a victim under 13. He faces 25 to 99 years in prison when he is sentenced March 27 …Jury Finds St. Tammany Parish Jail Inmate Guilty of Obscenity
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 8, 2018 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Stanton Guillory, 23, an inmate at the St. Tammany Parish jail, guilty Wednesday (Feb. 7) of three counts of obscenity. Guillory is scheduled for sentencing by District Judge Raymond Childress on Feb. 22. At the time that …Lacombe Man Found Guilty of Aggravated Rape and Molestation of a Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 23, 2018 District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a ST. TAMMANY jury found Christopher Wayne Mullen, 44 years of age, from the town of Lacombe guilty of one count of Aggravated Rape and guilty of one count of Molestation of a Juvenile. He faces life in prison when he is sentenced …Grand Jury Indicts 20-Year-old Man for Manslaughter
Jan. 16, 2017 COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Frank William Beckendorf, III, 20, of Slidell, Thursday (Jan. 11) of manslaughter in the shooting death of a man last September. Beckendorf is charged with shooting to death Brett O. McCraney at an apartment complex in Slidell on Sept. 24 last year.Covington Man Indicted on Second Degree Murder
Jan. 16, 2017 COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Cesar Roy Ronald Rivas Castillo, 38, of Covington, Thursday (Jan. 11) of second degree murder in the death of a man found in a vehicle on Airport Road north of Covington last September. Castillo is charged with shooting to death Felipe Arnoldo Rodriguez Saucedo, who …Thursday 1/18 – The D.A.’s Office will not open until 11 AM on this date due to inclement weather
NOTICE — NOTICE D.A. OFFICE CLOSING – Tuesday 1/16 at 3:30 PM to Thursday 1/18 at 8:00 AM due to inclement weather.
All D.A. Offices are Open Today – 1/16/18
Former Teacher and Scout Leader Convicted of Child Pornography and Molestation
December 15, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Dennis C. Mischler, 65, of Covington, guilty of two counts of oral sexual battery, molestation of a juvenile, and 54 counts of pornography involving juveniles. The jury deliberated 58 minutes before returning the verdict to District Judge August. J. Hand. …Covington Man Convicted in Hotel Murder Last Fall
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 12, 2017 Covington Man Convicted in Hotel Murder Last Fall COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Demetri Antonio James, 20, of Covington, guilty of second degree murder for shooting a man to death in a Covington motel last year. James faces a mandatory life sentence …December 8th – Offices Open Until 11:30 AM
The Office of the District Attorney, St. Tammany Parish will be open today, December 8th from 8AM-11:30AM.Mandeville Snowball Stand Owner Pleads Guilty to Paying Teen Girls for Sex Acts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 4, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Anthony Barton Fortune, 57, owner of a Mandeville snowball stand, pleaded guilty as charged Monday (Dec. 4) to paying four teenage girls money and drugs for sexual favors. District Judge Peter Garcia sentenced him to a total of 15 years in prison. …D.A. Warren Montgomery Helps Nearly 100 People Get Fresh Start with Expungements
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 1, 2017 D.A. Warren Montgomery Helps Nearly 100 People Get Fresh Start with Expungements A new program implemented by District Attorney Warren Montgomery assisted nearly 100 men and women in getting a fresh start by clearing old arrests and convictions for relatively minor crimes from their criminal records. The Fresh Start …Slidell Man Pleads Guilty To Sexual Battery Of 4-year-old and Producing Child Porn
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 30, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that William Harvey Watson, 24, of Slidell, pleaded guilty as charged Monday (Nov. 27) to all charges, including sexual battery of a victim under 13, as well as 250 counts of possession of child pornography and 27 counts of production of child pornography of …Bogalusa Man Indicted on Second Degree Murder, Armed Robbery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 29, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Dakeithan D. Matthews, 22, of Bogalusa, Tuesday (Nov. 28) on charges of second degree murder and armed robbery with a firearm. Matthews is accused of shooting to death Jon Kelly Smith, of Lumberton, Mississippi, and using the …Pearl River Man Indicted on Rape and Hundreds of Child Porn Charges; His Wife Also Charged
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 20, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted David Allen Hammond, Jr., 39, of Pearl River, Thursday (Nov. 16) on first degree rape, sexual battery of a victim under 13, oral sexual battery, 500 counts of production of pornography involving juveniles, and 300 counts …Franklinton Man Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping, Rape in Home Invasion
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 17, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Deonta Miller, 18, of Franklinton, pleaded guilty Tuesday (Nov. 14) to second degree rape, second degree kidnapping, and aggravated burglary in a home invasion last year in Franklinton. Miller, whose trial was set to begin Tuesday, was sentenced by District Judge William Knight …Pearl River Man Convicted of Robbery for April Crime Spree
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 10, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury convicted Elliott W. Galloway, 43, of Pearl River, of two counts of first degree robbery and one count of attempted simple robbery for a crime spree he committed in April. Galloway, a multiple offender, faces 40 years to …Mandeville Man Pleads Guilty to Molesting Two Girls
Nov. 9, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Adam Parenti, 44, of Mandeville, pleaded guilty Monday (Nov. 6) to one count of molestation of a juvenile and two related sex offenses. District Judge Reginald Badeaux sentenced Parenti to 25 years in prison and lifetime registration as a sex offender. One of the victims was …Former Memory Care Facility Cook Sentenced to 12 Years for Rape
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 8, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jerry Kan, 59, a former cook at a memory-care facility in Mandeville, was sentenced Wednesday (Nov. 8) to 12 years in prison for raping a woman who lived there. District Judge William Burris ordered that Kan serve the sentence for third-degree rape without …Montgomery’s Team Takes First Place at “Men Who Cook” Fundraiser
District Attorney Warren Montgomery teamed with The Shack restaurant, 1204 W. 21st Ave., Covington, for the annual “Men Who Cook” fundraiser Sunday and walked away with the first place “Judges’ Choice” award. The award-winning dish, prepared by co-owner and chef Thomas LoPresti, was brisket machaca over creamy provolone polenta. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Advocacy …Mandeville Man Gets 30 Years in Prison for Molesting Three Girls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 8, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that Dwayne Callahan, 55, of Mandeville was sentenced Monday (Nov. 6) to 30 years in prison for the sexual battery of a victim under 13 and 10 years each for two counts of molestation of a juvenile. The sentences are to be served at …Slidell Man Gets Life in Prison for Raping 6-Year-Old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 3, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Jack Conklin, 61, of Slidell, was sentenced to life in prison Thursday (Nov. 2) for the aggravated rape of a 6-year-old girl. District Judge August Hand also sentenced Conklin to 50 years in prison without the benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of …Mississippi Man Found Guilty in Slidell Burglary and Attack
Oct. 30, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Brian Henry Pittman, 34, of Picayune, Miss., guilty last Wednesday (Oct. 25) of aggravated battery, attempted armed robbery, and simple burglary of an inhabited dwelling for an incident two years ago. Pittman is set for sentencing before District Judge Richard …Covington Man Sentenced To Six Years in Prison for Domestic Abuse
Oct. 27, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Christopher P. Thomas, 23, of Covington, pleaded guilty last Wednesday (Oct. 25) to domestic abuse battery (third offense) and was sentenced to five years in prison. Thomas had been on probation for prior domestic abuse charges, but District Judge William Burris revoked his probation and sentenced …Lacombe Man Charged With Rape, Burglary
Oct. 27, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury on Thursday (Oct. 26) indicted Ronald Douglas Moore, Jr., 25, of Lacombe, on charges of first degree rape and aggravated burglary with battery. Moore is accused of entering a home on Monroe Street in Mandeville without authorization and raping a …Grand Jury Charges Pearl River Man with Second Degree Murder
Oct. 27, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury on Thursday (Oct. 26) indicted Joseph Adam Thibodeaux, III, 25, of Pearl River, on charges of second degree murder and domestic abuse aggravated assault with child endangerment. Thibodeaux is accused of killing Douglas James Evans, Jr., in an incident on …Seventeen-Year-Old Indicted In Stepfather’s Murder
Oct. 27, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury on Thursday (Oct. 26) indicted Daniel T. Hamilton, 17, of Ragley, La., with second degree murder in the death of his stepfather. Hamilton is accused of killing James K. Hamilton between March 4, 2016, and March 7, 2016, in the …Former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Deputy Charged With Malfeasance
Oct. 27, 2017 District Attorney Warren Montgomery and St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith announce the indictment and arrest Thursday (Oct. 26) of a former Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigator charged with malfeasance in office. A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Jordan Anthony Hollenbeck, 33, of Slidell, an investigator assigned to the narcotics unit, on …Former St. Tammany Sheriff’s Deputy Charged with Distributing Marijuana, Malfeasance
Oct. 27, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery and St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith announce the indictment and arrest Thursday (Oct. 26) of a former Sheriff’s Office deputy, charged with distribution of marijuana and malfeasance in office. A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Deputy Kenneth Szalajeski, 35, of Folsom, on two counts of distribution …Domestic Violence Month 2017
Washington Parish Fair
District Attorney Warren Montgomery had the pleasure of meeting Washington Parish Fair Queen Kayla McGee today at the Washington Parish Fair.THE OFFICE WILL BE OPEN TOMORROW, Monday October 9th 2017
Grand Jury Indicts Bogalusa Man in 2015 Murder
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 27, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish grand jury indicted Brandon Odell Lotts, 31, of Bogalusa, Tuesday (Sept. 26) of second degree murder, two counts of attempted second degree murder, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and five counts of possession with the intent to …Clean Your Record on Fresh Start Day!
Please click on this link to access the D.A.’s Fresh Start Day Flyer. Expungement FlyerPearl River Man Indicted in Killing of Ex-Wife and Her Boyfriend
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 21, 2017 District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Jason Matthew Magee, III, 37, of Pearl River, Thursday (Sept. 21) on two counts of first degree murder. Magee is accused of shooting his ex-wife, Jennifer W. Magee, and her boyfriend, Donald A. Gros, to death …Slidell Man Found Guilty of Raping Girl, 6, and Producing Child Porn
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 20, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Jack Conklin, 61, of Slidell, guilty Friday (Sept. 15) of aggravated rape, sexual battery of a victim under 13, and production of pornography involving juveniles. Conklin faces mandatory life in prison when he is sentenced Nov. 2 …Slidell Man Convicted of Molesting 8-year-old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 13, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Latroy O. Simmons, 26, of Slidell, guilty Friday (Sept. 8) of molestation of a juvenile. He faces 25 to 99 years when sentenced Nov. 2 by District Judge Reginald Badeaux. Simmons was staying with the family of …Franklinton Man Who Raped 5-year-old Girl Gets Life Sentence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 12, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Lance Grandison, 32, of Franklinton, has been sentenced to mandatory life in …Washington Parish Grand Jury Indicts Two Men on Rape Charges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 31, 2017 FRANKLINTON—A Washington Parish grand jury indicted two men Tuesday (Aug. 29) in separate rape cases. The defendants and their charges are as follows: Gary W. Mayfield, …Mississippi Man Indicted in Rape of 8-year-old in Slidell
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2017 Mississippi Man Indicted in Rape of 8-year-old in Slidell COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Lloyd Joseph Weysham, 61, of Kiln, Mississippi, Thursday (August 24) of first degree rape of a victim under 13. Weysham is …Jury Finds Memory-Care Facility’s Cook Guilty of Raping Resident
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 11, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Jerry Kan, 59, a former cook at a memory-care facility in Mandeville, guilty Thursday (Aug. 10) of …Jury Finds Franklinton Man Guilty of Raping 5-year-old Girl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 14, 2017 Jury Finds Franklinton Man Guilty of Raping 5-year-old Girl FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Lance Grandison, 32, of Franklinton, guilty Aug. 10 of raping a 5-year-old girl about six years ago. Grandison faces a mandatory life sentence without the benefit of probation, parole, …Grand Jury Indicts Covington Man on Rape, Child Pornography
Aug. 14, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Jackson Richard Miller, 49, of Covington, Monday of 164 …D.A. speaks at Expungement Clinic
District Attorney Warren Montgomery and Sonjanita Jordan, President of the New Orleans Paralegal Association, were among those who participated in the “Know Your Rights” expungement clinic, sponsored by Louisiana United International and the NAACP on July 15 in Slidell. The paralegal association volunteered its legal services, and Mr. Montgomery was one of the speakers.Slidell Man Convicted of First Degree Robbery and Obstruction of Justice
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 25, 2017 Slidell Man Convicted of First Degree Robbery and Obstruction of Justice COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Kyran Javon Vaughn, 20, of Slidell, was convicted Friday (July 21) of first degree robbery and obstruction of justice for stealing an iPad from a man at gunpoint last September. Vaughn, who …Jury Finds Lacombe Man Guilty of Armed Robbery
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Kendell Cagler, 36, of Lacombe, guilty last Thursday (July 20) of armed robbery and being a convicted felon with a firearm for stealing a car from a woman in 2015. Cagler, who has three prior drug convictions, is scheduled to be sentenced by …Former St. Tammany Recreation District Director Charged With Theft
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Anthony Benson Andre, 58, former director of St. Tammany Parish Recreation District No. 4, was charged Thursday (July 20) with theft over $750 but less than $5,000 for the alleged misuse of district funds. The charges stem from an investigative report by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office, which found …Grand Jury Indicts Slidell Dad with First Degree Murder in Infant’s Death
COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Anthony Dearmas, 25, of Slidell, with first degree murder Thursday (July 20) in the death of his 7-week-old son in May. The baby had been left in Dearmas’ care and was found to be unresponsive when police arrived at a Slidell home …Tammany Trace in the Running for Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s Prestigious National Hall of Fame
Join Us in Voting for the Tammany Trace! Fans of the Tammany Trace urged to support the rail-trail during a public voting period July 12-16; winner to be announced July 19. Click here for more information: Rails to Trails Hall of Fame NominationDA Blood Drive for Steve Scalise
District Attorney Warren Montgomery is sponsoring a blood drive for Congressman Steve Scalise. Thursday, July 27th from 11:30 – 3:30 701 N. Columbia Street – Covington Blood Center Bus – South Side Congressman Steve Scalise is now in fair condition after having undergone three surgeries requiring multiple transfusions and more surgeries are expected. Now is the …D.A. Discusses Domestic Violence Division on The Lake 94.7
On June 15, 2017 D.A. Montgomery caught up with Rick Clasen of The Lake 94.7 to discuss the Domestic Violence Division of the District Attorney’s Office.Franklinton Man Gets 15 Years for Armed Robbery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Lavarion Savon Jefferson, 18, of Franklinton, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison without the benefit of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence for armed robbery with a firearm. Judge Pro Tempore Don Fendlason sentenced Jefferson on June 12 to 10 years …Former Fontainebleau High School Coach Pleads Guilty to Molesting Student
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that William L. Leto, 38, of Bush, a former math teacher and assistant girls’ basketball coach at Fontainebleau High School in Mandeville, pleaded guilty Monday (June 19) to molestation of a juvenile by a teacher. District Judge Richard Swartz, Jr., sentenced Leto to five …ADA talks about Elder abuse with Spud on WLAE TV
22nd Judicial District attorney Harold Bartholomew talks about elder abuse.Mandeville Man Pleads Guilty After Weeklong Second-Degree Murder Trial
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 9, 2017 COVINGTON—A Mandeville man abruptly ended his second degree murder trial Friday (June 9) by pleading guilty in the death of his ex-wife on her birthday in 2012. District Judge August J. Hand then sentenced the defendant, Calvin B. Jefferson, 46, to a mandatory sentence of life in prison. “The …St. Tammany Grand Jury Returns Four Indictments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 9, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury on Thursday (June 8) returned the following indictments: • Jake Mills, 20, of Mandeville, of second degree murder in the death of Vincent A. Cuccia on or about March 18, 2017. • Margaret Camaille Stockstill, 32, of …Home of the Free
Mr. Terrell’s shirt says it all: “Home of the Free. Because of the Brave.” At 97 years old, Mr. Terrell is walking history. He and his brother stormed Omaha Beach in the Normandy Invasion. They are St. Tammany Parish residents, remarkable men, American heroes.Memorial Day Service
District Attorney Warren Montgomery attended the Memorial Day service at the Justice Center in Covington. He is pictured here with Hailey Ogden, who is “Miss Poppy,” and Madelyn Ogden, “Little Miss Poppy” for Unit 16 of the American Legion Auxiliary. Hailey did a beautiful job singing the National Anthem, and both girls led the crowd …D.A Presents Award in Franklinton
District Attorney Warren Montgomery presented an outstanding achievement award to Franklinton Jr. High School student Jordan McKenzie. Each year, Mr. Montgomery recognizes students at junior high and high schools in Washington and St. Tammany Parishes for their excellence. The students are selected by school administrators for outstanding academic achievement, good citizenship, and leadership.Mandeville Man Found Guilty of Molesting Three Girls 10 to 20 Years Ago
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 26, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announces that a St. Tammany Parish jury found Dwayne Callahan, 55, of Mandeville, guilty Wednesday (May 24) of sexual battery of a victim under 13 and two counts of molestation of a juvenile for incidents that occurred 10 to 20 years ago. Callahan faces from …Slidell Man Pleads Guilty to 500 Child Pornography Counts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Lanier D. Lively, 74, of Slidell, pleaded guilty last Tuesday (May 16) to 500 counts of child pornography involving juveniles under 13 years old. District Judge Raymond Childress scheduled Lively’s sentencing for July 3. The Louisiana Attorney General’s Office and the State Police …Former Washington Parish Fire Official Pleads Guilty to Forgery, Theft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 8, 2017 COVINGTON—Timothy P. Duncan, 53, of Angie, a former member of …Bogalusa Man Indicted in Death of Teen from Synthetic Marijuana
May 3, 2017 COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted Jami D. Cooper, 33, of Bogalusa, with second degree murder Tuesday (May 2) in the death of a teenager found unresponsive in a Covington ditch after smoking synthetic marijuana. Cooper is accused of distributing the drug through a middle man to the 17-year-old, who died …Man Pleads Guilty to Raping 5-year-old Girl in Abita Springs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 28, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Larry W. Robinson, Jr., 46, of Houston, pleaded guilty Monday (April 24) to the forcible rape of a 5-year-old girl three years ago. As part of the plea agreement, he was sentenced to 35 years in prison without the benefit of parole and …East Baton Rouge D.A. Reveals Results of LSU Study of “Nonviolent Convictions”
Please click on the links below to access these documents. To the Citizens of East Baton Rouge To the Citizens of East Baton RougeD.A. Montgomery Explains Stance on Criminal Justice Reform
Please click on the below link to access this letter. LettertotheEditor-4.24.17Jury Finds Angie Man Guilty of Distributing Narcotics
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 25, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that a Washington Parish jury found Henry James McMillan, 66, of Angie, guilty Thursday (April 20) of distribution of oxycodone during an undercover operation two years ago. He is scheduled to be sentenced May 8 by Pro Temp Judge Donald Fendlason. McMillan was arrested …District Attorneys Support Justice Reinvestment
Please read this legislative report published by the Louisiana District Attorney’s Association. District Attorneys Support Justice ReinvestmentCareer Criminal Gets Life Sentence for Second-Degree Cruelty to a Juvenile
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reports that Larry Bickham, 60, of Slidell, was sentenced Monday (April 17) to life in prison. Bickham, who had more than 10 prior felony convictions and four misdemeanor convictions, was on probation in 2014, when he exposed his 17-month-old daughter to cocaine, which landed her …New Veterans Court!
District Attorney Warren Montgomery joined District Judge Raymond Childress, other court and parish officials, and veterans yesterday in announcing a new Veterans Court in St. Tammany Parish. Childress will preside over newest specialty court, which is aimed at helping offenders who are veterans with addiction or mental health issues get the help they need to …Pearl River Man Pleads Guilty to Raping Two Girls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reported that Jeremy M. Guild, 27, of Pearl River, pleaded guilty Monday (March 20) to two counts of forcible rape for raping two girls, ages 5 and 7 at the time. District Judge Raymond Childress sentenced Guild to 40 years in prison and lifetime registration …Grand Jury Indicts Two Slidell Men on Rape Charges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2017 COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury on Thursday (March 16) indicted John Colvert Braxton, 35, and Charles Michael Morgan, 56, both of Slidell, on aggravated rape charges in separate cases. Braxton is accused of raping a child on many occasions, beginning in 2013, when she was 10 years old. …Slidell Man Gets 10 Years in Prison for Rape
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2017 COVINGTON—Charles J. O’Neill, 38, of Slidell, has pleaded guilty to second degree rape. District Judge Martin E. Coady sentenced him to 10 years in the Department of Corrections and required O’Neill to register for the rest of his life as a sex offender. O’Neill invited the victim to his …D.A. Warren Montgomery visited The Lake 94.7
DA Warren Montgomery stopped by for a wide ranging conversation about what his office has been up to. You can hear more in the interview below.D.A.’s Office Participates in Covington H.S. Career Day
Volunteers from District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office participated recently in a Career Day at Covington High School. Assistant District Attorney Bruce Dearing spoke to students about his job as a prosecutor, and Communications Director Lisa Frazier Page discussed journalism. Page’s husband, a retired Deputy U.S. Marshal, also talked about federal law enforcement.Grand Jury Indicts Five People in Fatal Slidell Shooting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 21, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury indicted five people Friday (Feb. 17) with second degree murder and other charges related to a Slidell shoot-out that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old man in January. The shooting occurred Jan. 8 when two parties …Grand Jury Indicts Two Former Franco’s Athletic Club Workers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 17, 2017 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery and St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith announced the indictment and arrest of two former Franco’s Athletic Club employees Friday (Feb. 17) on charges of racketeering, theft, identity theft, and money laundering in a scheme that bilked the Mandeville company of more than $1.7 million. …Mount Hermon Man Pleads Guilty to Rape
Feb. 9, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reported that David Peek, 56, of Mount Hermon, pleaded guilty Tuesday (Feb. 7) to forcible rape, aggravated incest, and 27 counts of possession of child pornography with children under age 13. District Judge Allison Penzato sentenced him to 35 years in prison on the forcible rape charge, 25 …D.A. Joined public officials and the Council on Aging St. Tammany for a Walk around the Justice Center
Yesterday Afternoon (Feb. 8) was a beautiful day for a walk when District Attorney Warren Montgomery joined Julie Agan, Executive Director of the Council On Aging St. Tammany (COAST), for the group’s “Getting Into the Grove With our Seniors on the Move” walk around the Justice Center in Covington. The walk was in support of …D.A.’s Bogalusa Juvenile Program Van Gets Donated Upgrades
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 1, 2017 BOGALUSA—District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s juvenile community service program in Bogalusa benefitted recently from new safety features added to its …D.A. Warren Montgomery was the keynote speaker today at the 22nd JDC Bar Association’s January CLE Luncheon
D.A. Warren Montgomery talks to the Women of Infinite Possibilities
D.A. Warren Montgomery discussed some of his administration’s accomplishments today as the guest speaker for the Women of Infinite Possibilities’ monthly meeting.Washington Parish Inmate Gets Five Years in Prison for ‘Shank’
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 18, 2017 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reported that Jason Jarrell Spikes, 31, an inmate in the Washington Parish jail, was sentenced Friday (Jan. 13) to five years in prison for possession of contraband in a state correctional institution. A Washington Parish jury found Spikes guilty last Wednesday (Jan. 11) of possessing …Bogalusa Businessman Pleads Guilty to Hiding Stolen Merchandise
Jan. 12, 2017 (Edited version) FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery reported that Yancie Moseley, 74, who owns Moseley’s Gold Buyers in Bogalusa, pleaded guilty Monday (Jan. 9) to a series of charges related to his receiving and failing to report stolen merchandise. Moseley pleaded guilty to felony illegal possession of stolen things over $1,500, failure to …DA Warren Montgomery was on The Lake 94.7 with Charles Dowdy on Wednesday, December 14th.
Tune in the 2nd Wednesday of each month for listen to Mr. Montgomery. From the Lake: DA Warren Montgomery was in the studios this morning. We talked Veteran’s Court, technology and about his plans for the Christmas break. Thanks to the DA for his time. He said info will be online soon at the new …Jury Convicts Alabama Man of Downloading Child Porn at Covington Job
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 13, 2016 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish jury has found Jason Yates, 39, of Grand Bay, Alabama, guilty of downloading multiple files containing child pornography at his Covington office three years ago. The jury returned the guilty verdict Thursday (Dec. 8) on five counts of possession …St. Tammany Parish Grand Jury Indicts Memory Care Facility Cook of Rape
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 9, 2016 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that a St. Tammany Parish grand jury on Thursday (Dec. 8) indicted Jerry J. Kan, 58, a former cook at an assisted living facility in Mandeville, of raping an elderly woman who lived there. Kan was formally charged with first degree rape of a …Bogalusa Man Gets 25 Years in Prison for Convenience Store Robbery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 9, 2016 FRANKLINTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced that Kyle Warren, 26, of Bogalusa, has pleaded guilty to attempted second-degree murder and armed robbery for robbing a Bogalusa convenience store and attacking the cashier and a customer with a pipe earlier this year. After Warren’s guilty plea on Tuesday (Dec. 6), District …Franklinton Man Indicted in Rape of 5-Year-Old
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 1, 2016 A Washington Parish grand jury indicted Lance J. Grandison, 31, of Franklinton, Wednesday (Nov. 29) of aggravated rape of a victim under 13. Grandison is accused of raping a 5-year-old girl who was left in his care about five years ago. The victim, now 11, disclosed the rape to …2017 Budget
Please click here to view the 2017 Budget.November 17, 2016 DA Montgomery speaks live on the Lake 94.7
This morning we talked Warren Montgomery. He spoke about a wide range of topics, including the disagreement with STPG that is playing out in the courts. https://lake947sports.files.wordpress.com/2016/11/warren-montgomery.mp3Jury Finds Slidell Man Guilty for Sick Toddler’s Positive Cocaine Test
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 21, 2016 COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish jury found Larry Bickham, 60, of Slidell, guilty Friday (Nov. 18) of charges related to his 17-month-old daughter’s positive test for cocaine during a hospital stay in 2014. Bickham is set for sentencing Jan. 20 before District Judge William Burris for second-degree cruelty to a …DA Montgomery’s Statement on Appealing Recent Ruling
District Attorney Warren Montgomery made the following statement Tuesday, regarding the recent ruling by ad hoc Judge Marion Edwards in the District Attorney’s civil lawsuit against parish government: “I and the Louisiana District Attorneys Association do not believe the ruling is a correct interpretation of the law. Also, a year ago, the people voted to …Covington Man Gets 20 Years for Forcible Rape
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 7, 2016 COVINGTON—Keith J. Lafrance, 35, of Covington, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the forcible rape of a woman two years ago. District Judge Raymond Childress issued the sentence Oct. 31, about 2½ weeks after a jury found him guilty. The crime came to light on Sept. …Join the Fun and Help the Children!
On Sunday, November 6th, District Attorney Warren Montgomery will be competing in the annual “Men Who Cook” event to raise money for the Children’s Advocacy Center, also known as Hope House. The CAC works with children who have been abused – to get them counseling and conduct interviews that are admissible in court so the young …Jury Finds Madisonville Man Guilty of Distributing Heroin, Marijuana
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 31, 2016 COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish jury found James D. McIntosh II, 24, of Madisonville, guilty Wednesday (Oct. 26) of two counts of distribution of heroin and two counts of distribution of marijuana. After a two-day trial, the jury deliberated about 42 minutes before announcing the guilty verdict. McIntosh was arrested …Man Pleads Guilty to Murder of Father and Sister in Abita Springs
COVINGTON — Jacob Eli Middleton, Jr., 20, abruptly pleaded guilty Friday (Oct. 28) to two counts of manslaughter for killing his half-sister and their father in Abita Springs early last year. Middleton was sentenced to a total of 70 years in prison—35 on each of the manslaughter charges, which are to be served consecutively. He …Jury Convicts Slidell Man of Attempted Rape and Burglary
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 24, 2016 COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish jury has convicted Chad Jerome Moore, 31, of Slidell, of attempted aggravated rape and aggravated burglary of an inhabited dwelling for breaking into a home last summer and trying to rape the occupant. The jury deliberated about 2½ hours last Thursday (Oct. 20) before returning …D.A. ‘s PIO, Lisa Frazier Page on The Lake 94.7
We did some MATH today for Lake Loot! See if you can answer them below. Today we welcomed in Lisa Page from Warren Montgomery’s office. Lisa is the PIO for the DA. She spoke about what the DA’s office is doing to fight domestic violence. We enjoyed getting to talk to Lisa and you can …Woman, 35, Pleads Guilty to Sex with Teen Boy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 19, 2016 FRANKLINTON—A District judge has sentenced Rachel M. Carrier, 35, who had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old boy, to eight years in state prison but suspended that portion of the sentence, as long as she complies with several additional terms. District Judge Martin E. Coady also ordered Carrier, of …DA Montgomery sends letter to Advocate Editor
Oct. 4, 2016 Letters to the Editor The New Orleans Advocate 1010 Common St. New Orleans, LA 70112 Dear Editor: I read with interest John Simerman’s story on Oct. 1 about Louisiana’s habitual offender law, and I’d like to explain my opinion. First, there are many alternatives prior to the use of the habitual offender …D.A. Montgomery Announces Historic Racketeering Indictment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 13, 2016 COVINGTON—District Attorney Warren Montgomery announced Thursday (Oct.13) one of the biggest racketeering cases in the parish’s history, the indictment of 20 people who were members or affiliates of a drug trafficking organization, called Team We. The organization distributed primarily heroin and methamphetamine throughout the eastern side of the parish. …Grand Jury Returns Indictments in Two Murders and Rape Case
COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish grand jury has returned second-degree murder indictments against a 16-year-old boy in the March shooting death of his stepfather in Covington and a 35-year-old man accused of shooting to death his estranged girlfriend in Pearl River in July. The grand jury also indicted a 23-year-old Slidell man of first-degree rape …Slidell Area Man Gets Life Sentence for 2011 Murder of Firefighter
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 30, 2016 COVINGTON—Michael D. Lizana, 38, who lived just outside Slidell, was sentenced to life in prison Thursday (Sept. 29) after pleading guilty to first degree murder for fatally shooting a St. Tammany Parish firefighter and hiding his body in the trunk of a car in 2011. Lizana could have faced …Habitual Offender Gets Life Sentence for Raping Carnival Worker
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 26, 2016 COVINGTON— District Judge Scott Gardner sentenced Alvin Davis, 57, of Slidell, as an habitual offender to life in prison Monday (Sept. 26) for raping a 21-year-old woman who was part of a traveling carnival in 2014. A St. Tammany Parish jury found Davis guilty of forcible rape in June. …Covington Man Pleads Guilty to 79 Counts of Child Pornography
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 26, 2016 COVINGTON—Christopher Cote, 33, of Covington, pleaded guilty Thursday (Sept. 22) to 79 counts of child pornography, which was discovered during an undercover investigation last year. District Judge Peter J. Garcia sentenced Cote to 18 years in prison without the benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. The case …D.A. Montgomery on Ringside Politics radio station WGSO
09/22/2016 District Attorney Warren Montgomery was a guest on Ringside Politics with Jeff Crouere this morning. Please listen below at 136.06. http://wgso.com/podcast/jeff/jeff092216.mp3Slidell Man Pleads Guilty to Double Shooting in 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 21, 2016 COVINGTON—Rhamad R. Jackson, 27, of Slidell, pleaded guilty Monday (Sept. 19) to two counts of manslaughter and one count of burglary of an inhabited dwelling for shooting two men and burglarizing the home of one of them nearly six years ago. District Judge Reginald Badeaux sentenced Jackson to 20 …District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Statement on Civil Suit Ruling
I appreciate the time, effort, and commitment the judge gave to this case. It was important to me that my obligations under the law to serve as the legal adviser to parish government be clarified by the court. My conscience is clear that I did the right thing in filing this lawsuit, based on our …Warren Montgomery speaks on the Lake 94.7
DA Warren Montgomery had the pleasure of being a guest on the Lake 94.7 on September 15, 2016. He talked about staff, some of the cases they are working on, and the dangers of drugs in our community. Listen below. https://lake947sports.files.wordpress.com/2016/08/warren-montgomery.mp3Bogalusa Man Interrupts Attempted Murder Trial to Plead Guilty
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 19, 2016 Bogalusa Man Interrupts Attempted Murder Trial to Plead Guilty FRANKLINTON—Marcus Bullock, 31, of Bogalusa, pleaded guilty Thursday (Sept. 15) to two counts of attempted murder and one count of being a felon with a firearm for shooting a man over car repairs. Bullock’s trial was nearly complete when he …Mandeville Man Found Guilty of Aggravated Second-Degree Battery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 19, 2016 Mandeville Man Found Guilty of Aggravated Second-Degree Battery COVINGTON—A St. Tammany Parish jury convicted Hardy Cornwell, 48, of Mandeville, of aggravated second-degree battery and attempted false imprisonment Thursday (Sept. 15) for severely beating his ex-girlfriend and restraining her with duct tape earlier this year on his boat at Marina …District Attorney’s Criminal Division Chief Receives Top FBI Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 15, 2016 Collin Sims, Criminal Division Chief under District Attorney Warren Montgomery, received the 2016 FBI Directors Award Thursday (Sept. 15) in Washington, D.C., for his work as part of a team that investigated and prosecuted the violent Harvey Hustlers street gang in Jefferson Parish. Sims’ work on the case as …Madisonville Man Gets 25 Years for Sexual Battery of Child
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 13, 2016 COVINGTON—Raymond F. Reno, 45, of Madisonville, pleaded guilty Monday (Sept. 12) to sexual battery of a victim under 13 and 56 counts of child pornography of victims under age 13. District Judge Peter Garcia sentenced Reno to 25 years in prison on the sexual battery charge and 10 years …St. Tammany Parish School System Makes Donation to Flood Victims
Congratulations to the St. Tammany Parish school system, which collected more than $132,000 in money and gift cards and more than 55 pallets of school supplies (worth an estimated $200,000) to assist families and schoolchildren affected by the recent historic flooding throughout Louisiana. Superintendent W. L. “Trey” Folse, III, held a press conference Thursday to …D.A. and Parish Government Ask Judge to Rule in Lawsuit
Click on the links below to see the motions for summary judgment, filed by District Attorney Warren Montgomery (the plaintiff) and jointly by St. Tammany Parish President Pat Brister and the Parish Council (the defendants), all asking the presiding judge to rule without a trial in Montgomery’s civil lawsuit against parish government over their legal …District Attorney’s Office Employees Donate Supplies to Flood Victims
Employees from District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office collected and sent cleaning supplies to help families whose homes were severely damaged in the recent floods. The donations were delivered to a donations center operated by the Louisiana District Attorneys Association. In the District Attorney’s Offices alone, 59 families lost virtually everything in the historic flooding. In …Assistant DA Casey Dieck Volunteers to Collect Donation for Flood Victims
Assistant District Attorney Casey Dieck (far right) spent Friday, volunteering at a storage facility operated by the Louisiana District Attorneys Association to collect donations for families who were devastated by the historic flooding. Ten Louisiana parishes were hit hard, and with the District Attorney’s Offices alone, 59 families lost virtually everything. In Denham Springs, more …District Attorney’s Office Sends Crew to Denham Springs
District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office sent another crew to Denham Springs Friday to help families whose homes were severely damaged in the recent floods. Ten Louisiana parishes were hit hard by the historic flooding, and within the District Attorney’s Offices alone, 59 families lost virtually everything. In Denham Springs, more than 90 percent of the …Judge Finds Pearl River Man Guilty of Second-Degree Murder
COVINGTON—Billie Rawson, Jr., 42, of Pearl River, was found guilty of second-degree murder Wednesday in the stabbing death of his father nearly three years ago. District Judge William J. Burris announced the verdict after a two-day trial in his courtroom without a jury. Rawson faces mandatory life imprisonment Oct. 31, when he is sentenced by …Assistant Attorney Jerry Smith and Barbecue Team Provide Food for Flood Victims
Assistant District Attorney Jerry Smith joined other members of his competition barbecue team, “Swineaux,” and cooked food on Monday (Aug. 22) for people affected by the floods in the Baton Rouge / River Parishes area. They set up in the parking lot of the Fellowship Church on Highway 61 in Gonzales. While the group had …Longtime DA Employee Gary Magee Presented Pin in Honor of 80th Birthday
District Attorney Warren Montgomery presented longtime employee Gary Magee, who works in our Bogalusa office, a special D.A. pin in recognition of Coach Magee’s 80th birthday. D.A. Montgomery also presented Coach Magee a check for the YMCA of Bogalusa. Coach Magee has worked for the District Attorney’s Office 22 years. He joined the office after …Volunteers from District Attorney’s Office Dispatched to Clear Flooded Homes
A group of 18 volunteers from District Attorney Warren Montgomery’s Office were divided and dispatched to Baton Rouge and Denham Springs Tuesday to help clear out severely flooded homes. Here’s how they spent their day. Thanks to