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Lehigh County Man Who Fled to Mexico with Teen and Is Now Facing Rape Charges Arrested in West Virginia After Police Pursuits, DA Says

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Lehigh County Man Who Fled to Mexico with Teen and Is Now Facing Rape Charges Arrested in West Virginia After Police Pursuits, DA Says

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A Lehigh County man who made national headlines for fleeing the country with a Lehigh Valley teen in 2018 and is now facing charges of raping a girl was arrested Wednesday in West Virginia after two police pursuits, according to authorities. Kevin Esterly, 52, was arrested Wednesday morning in West Virginia after two police pursuits, according to a news release from Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin Holihan. Esterly faces charges alleging he…See the Story

Jeff Davis Parish law student gains courtroom experience through DA internship

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Jeff Davis Parish law student gains courtroom experience through DA internship

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Katie Meno, a Louisiana State University Law Center student and Jennings High School graduate, gained hands-on courtroom experience during her summer internship with the 31st Judicial District Attorneys Office in Jefferson Davis Parish.Under the guidance of District Attorney Lauren Heinen and with support from Judge Steve Gunnell, Meno sounded the docket in misdemeanor and juvenile courts, immersing herself in real-world legal proceedings.This p…Read Article

Jennings grandmother arrested after stolen gun, drugs found during investigation into alleged strangulation

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Jennings grandmother arrested after stolen gun, drugs found during investigation into alleged strangulation

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JENNINGS, La. (NEWS 15) — A Jennings woman was arrested on drug and gun charges after her granddaughter called police, claiming the woman had strangled her after the woman accused the granddaughter of stealing her meth, the Jennings Police Department…Read Article

Woman Allegedly Strangled Granddaughter After Accusing Her Of Stealing Her Meth In Jennings, Louisiana

A 62-year-old woman from Jennings, Louisiana, Margo Lynn Pattum, has been accused of strangling her granddaughter during an altercation. Allegedly, Pattum attacked the juvenile after accusing her of “stealing her methamphetamine.” According to the Jennings Police Department, the incident occurred on Thursday, June 12, at a Bryan Street residence. At around 4:33 p.m., police responded to a report of a disturbance. The caller, identified as Pattum…Methamphetamine · Jennings Read Article

Where's Al? 'Moon Over Buffalo' play at Strand Theatre in Jennings

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JENNINGS, La. (NEWS 15) — Looking for a fun date night idea? Head to Jennings for a new local theater production, "Moon Over Buffalo," debuting this weekend. Amy Leger from the A Block Off Broadway Community Theatre said the production,…Jennings, Louisiana · Jennings Read Article

Jennings Man Wanted for Child Rape Arrested, Held without Bond

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JENNINGS, La. (KLFY) -- A Jennings man wanted for child rape has been arrested, authorities said. LJ Dietz, 31, of Jennings, was arrested by Jennings Police Tuesday evening. He is charged with three counts of first-degree rape of a victim under 13 years old and 12 counts of carnal knowledge of a juvenile. He also had an outstanding warrant for contempt of court. Dietz is being held without bond in the Jeff Davis Parish jail, according to the jai…Swindon, United Kingdom · Swindon See the Story

Eastbound I-10 blocked near Jennings due to crash

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JENNINGS, La. (KLFY) -- Eastbound I-10 is at a standstill in Jeff Davis Parish after a crash near Jennings, authorities said. According to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, a crash just before 2 p.m. near mile marker 66, just west of the La. 97 exit, has all lanes blocked. This story will be updated as more information becomes available. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. …Jennings, Louisiana · Jennings See the Story

Man charged with carnal knowledge with juveniles in Jennings

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JENNINGS, La. (KLFY) -- Man in Jennings was allegedly engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a juvenile, Jennings Police Department said. Kelvon Brown was arrested and charged into the Jefferson Davis Parish Jail for the a carnal knowledge of a juvenile felony, police said. On April 30, police said they were contacted by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office in reference to a runaway juvenile who may have been in our area with Kelvon Brow…Jennings, Louisiana · Jennings Read Article

Panthers Rookie RB Is More Than Just His Brother’s Shadow

In the quiet corners of Jennings, Louisiana, the Etienne brothers, Travis and Trevor, forged a bond that transcended the limits of age and school hallways. Though they never shared a classroom, their shared love for football bound them together like only siblings can. Growing up, they conquered the local park together, immersed themselves in the same circles of friends, and drifted to sleep in bunk beds, dreaming the same dreams of gridiron glor…Jennings, Louisiana · Jennings Read Article

Voters in Jennings elected Carolyn Simon as city council member

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JENNING, La. (KLFY) – Voters in Jennings went to the polls to elected a member to the City Council for District A. Voters decided between the Elisha Neal Duhon of the Republican Party and the incumbent candidate Carolyn King Simon of the Democratic Party. In the election, Simon won the election with 55% of the vote defeating Duhon. King has served as Jennings council member since 2017. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for u…Jennings, Louisiana · Jennings Read Article

FFRF calls foul on La. high school basketball shirts featuring Christian cross

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The Freedom From Religion Foundation is calling out the Jefferson Davis Parish Schools system in Jennings, La. for using a Christian cross on official district athletics attire. A concerned community member informed FFRF that the Lacassine High School boys’ basketball team warm-up gear features a Christian cross on the back, additionally noting that these shirts are worn during games. FFRF contacted the district after learning of this constitut…Basketball · Jennings Read Article

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