Rossel Geovanny Recinos Arita is charged with illegal reentry into the U.S., following Operation Take Back America's efforts to combat illegal immigration.

A New Orleans man pleaded guilty to federal drug and gun charges and faces sentencing on August 5, 2025, with potential for heavy fines and imprisonment.

OPSO hosted community leaders at the Orleans Justice Center to demonstrate progress under Sheriff Hutson, emphasizing humanity and reform in the justice system.

An inmate escape from the Orleans Parish Jail led to a manhunt with 1 of 11 escapees caught. Authorities are investigating the breakout, and residents are urged to report any suspicious activity.

NOPD searches for a suspect linked to multiple auto thefts after a vehicle owner located his stolen car, prompting the discovery of additional stolen vehicles and engines.

Footage shows a New Orleans police officer being dragged by a car and shooting the driver, who later died from his injuries. An officer had administered Narcan to the driver before the incident.

The historic Nottoway Plantation in Louisiana was destroyed by a fire, resulting in a complete loss of the structure and a significant impact on the area's history and tourism.

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office alerts the public to a phone scam where callers pose as officials demanding payments for fake services using peer-to-peer apps.

Charles Hainsworth's mummified body was found in a hoarding situation at a Lakeview home, and officials are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

NOPD seeks public help to identify a suspect involved in an Elysian Fields Avenue store robbery and aggravated assault. The incident occurred on May 15.

A body was found near the Canal Street Ferry terminal in New Orleans; NOPD is investigating the unclassified death. Ferry services continue as police seek to determine if foul play was involved.

9-year-old Leelani Brooks was struck by a bullet and declared brain dead after getting caught in a shootout in Algiers. Suspect Evans Rogers has been arrested and faces multiple charges, including attempted murder.

MUREX MANAGEMENT, INC. is charged with aiding in a fraudulent scheme involving fake ethanol transactions, which caused significant losses to financial institutions.