Loaded Handgun, Drugs And U.S. Currency Seized From Convicted Felon

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of  Steven Harris (B/M, 31 of Thibodaux, La.), for Possession of a Firearm/Concealed Weapon by a Convicted Felon (Felony), Illegal Carrying of a Weapon in the Presence of a CDS (Felony), Possession of Marijuana 3^rd and Subsequent Offenses (Felony), Possession with Intent to Distribute Morphine (Felony), Possession with Intent to Distribute Oxycontin (Felony) & Contempt of Court.

On Thursday, April 8, 2021, shortly before 2:30 p.m., members of the Thibodaux Police Department responded to a report of a gunshot being heard in the 600 block of Locust Street. Upon officers arriving, a subject later identified as Steven Harris was seen attempting to conceal something underneath the passenger seat of a vehicle. Through further investigation, it was determined that the item was in fact a loaded pistol. Mr. Harris was also found to be in possession of 110 suspected Morphine Sulfate pills, 70 Oxycodone Hydrochloride pills, 7 grams of suspected Marijuana and $5,500.000 in U.S. Currency.

 Mr. Harris who is a convicted felon was placed under arrest was transported to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex where he remains on a $125,500.00 bond.

Aggressor In Domestic Disturbance Found To Be A Convicted Felon In Possession Of A Stolen Firearm

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of Tyrone Jackson (B/M, 32 of Thibodaux, La.), for Second Degree Battery (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon (Felony), & Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm (Felony).

On Sunday, April 4, 2021, shortly after 9:00 p.m., Thibodaux Police Officer’s responded to a Domestic Disturbance in the 200 block of Erwin Drive. Through investigation, it was learned that Mr. Jackson who physically assaulted the victim, was in possession of a stolen firearm at the time of the incident.

Mr. Jackson who is a convicted felon was placed under arrest was transported to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex where he remains on an $81,500.00 bond.

Juvenile Found In Possession Of Concealed Firearm

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of a Juvenile (B/M, 16 of Thibodaux, La.), for Illegal Possession of a Handgun by a Juvenile, Carrying a Concealed Weapon & Possession of Tobacco by a Person Under 18.

On Saturday, April 3, 2021, shortly after 4:00 p.m., Thibodaux Police Officer’s made contact with a suspicious juvenile in the 1700 block of Midland Drive. The juvenile who appeared to be concealing something was found to be in possession of a pistol and serval cigars.

The juvenile was placed under arrest and transported to the Thibodaux Police Department, where he was booked and charged accordingly. The juvenile was later released to a guardian, pending a juvenile court date.

22 Grams Of Marijuana And Paraphernalia Found On Traffic Stop

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of Kandie Allen (B/F, 35 of Houma, La.), for Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana (Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia & Turning Movements Required.

On Thursday, April 1, 2021, shortly after 9:00 p.m., Thibodaux Police Officer’s conducted a traffic stop on a 2007 Blue Ford Crown Victoria for a traffic violation. Upon stopping the vehicle in the 1000 block of Canal Bouleavrd, officers made contact with the driver identified as Kandie Allen. Due to a strong odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle and Ms. Allen’s nervous demeanor, she was detained and a search was conducted on the vehicle. The search rendered the findings of approximately 22 grams of suspected marijuana packaged in separate containers along with numerous cigars and a grinder.

Ms. Allen was placed under arrest was transported to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex where she later posted a $2,700.00 bond.

Wanted Suspect Found In Possession of Drugs On Traffic Stop

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of Kelvin Adams (B/M, 31 of Thibodaux, La.), for Possession of Marijuana 3^rd and Subsequent Offenses (Felony), Possession of MDMA (Felony), Violation of a Thibodaux City Court Probation Violation Warrant, Thibodaux City Court Failure to Appear Contempt of Court Warrant (Expired D.L./DUS/Simple Battery) & a 17^th JDC Failure to Appear Fugitive Warrant (CDS IV).

On Wednesday, March 31, 2021, shortly after 7:30 p.m., Thibodaux Police Officer’s conducted a traffic stop on a 2007 Red Chevrolet Monaco for a traffic violation. Upon stopping the vehicle south of the city limits, officers made contact with the driver identified as Kelvin Adams. Mr. Adams was learned to have three separate warrants for his arrest. Mr. Adams was placed under arrest for the warrants, at which time he was found to be in possession of approximately 27 grams of suspected marijuana on his person. A K-9 alert to the odor of narcotics inside the vehicle then led officers to a search of the interior. This search resulted in the findings of approximately 10 Ecstasy Pills.

Mr. Adams was transported to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex where he remains with No Bond.

Vehicle Theft And Burglary Prevention

Due to a recent influx in vehicle thefts and burglaries inside the City Limits of Thibodaux, Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue is urging our community partners to ensure all property and vehicles are locked and secured when left unattended. We are finding that majority of the burglary related complaints we are handling, result in the victimized party leaving their automobiles unlocked with valuables and weapons inside. We also have noticed a trend of vehicle keys and key fobs being left inside the unsecured vehicles.

As we continue to experience this type of criminal activity, we ask if you see anything suspicious or out the ordinary, please contact the Thibodaux Police Department at (985) 446-5021. “Locking your vehicles and removing any valuables can go a long way in the protection of your property,” said Chief Zeringue. “Many burglars are looking for unlocked, easy targets.”

Assortment Of Drugs And Paraphernalia Found On Traffic Stop

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of Jill Thibodeaux (W/F, 34 of Thibodaux, La.), for Possession of Heroin (Felony), Possession of Methamphetamine less than 28 Grams (Felony), Possession of Fentanyl (Felony), Possession of Marijuana 1^st Offense, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia & Prohibited Acts – Schedule IV (Felony).

On Friday, March 26, 2021, shortly before 1:00 a.m., Thibodaux Police Officer’s patrolling the 100 block of Talbot Avenue, observed a 2008 silver Chevrolet Impala with an inoperable license plate light. Upon stopping the vehicle for the violation, officers smelled a strong odor of suspected marijuana emitting from the interior of the vehicle. All occupants (Jamall Sims Sr. – driver, Jared Larose – rear passenger & Jill Thibodeaux – front passenger) were then removed from the vehicle to enable a K-9 open-air sniff to be conducted on the vehicle.

During this time, Ms. Thibodeaux confessed to officers that she was in possession of marijuana. Ms. Thibodaux then provided officers with a bag containing a suspected hand rolled marijuana cigarette and a plastic bag containing approximately 6.9 grams of suspected marijuana. An additional bag belonging to Ms. Thibodaux was also searched by officers, which rendered the findings of approximately 9.3 grams of suspected Methamphetamine, approximately 0.73 grams of suspected Heroin, approximately 0.38 grams of suspected Heroin with Fentanyl & 5 doses of suspected Clonazepam (Schedule IV) without a prescription.

A K-9 alert to the odor of narcotics inside the vehicle led to a search of the interior. This search resulted in the findings of a scale and smoking pipe, which Ms. Thibodeaux also claimed ownership of.

Ms. Thibodeaux was arrested and transported to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex where she later posted an $8,200.00 bond. Mr. Sims and Mr. Larose was not charged in the incident.

Suspect Attempted To Ingest Methamphetamine On Weekend Traffic Stop

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of Raymonte Ballard (B/M, 31 of Thibodaux, La.), for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, Possession of Marijuana Third & Subsequent Offenses, Possession or Distribution of Drug Paraphernalia, Obstruction of Justice & Resisting an Officer.

On Friday, March 26, 2021, shortly after 9:00 p.m., Thibodaux Police Officer’s patrolling the Midland Community, observed a red Infiniti QX4 traveling with a burnt headlight. Once a traffic stop was initiated on the vehicle for the violation, the driver (Tyrone Wright), who failed to stop initially, eventually pulled over in the 300 block of Bobby Street.

Upon making contact with the occupants, it was learned that the vehicle was also occupied by a front seat passenger identified as Raymonte Ballard. Mr. Ballard who appeared to be in a frantic state was attempting to chug a bottle of water, as if he was trying to swallow something. Mr. Ballard refused to open his mouth or speak to officers. As Mr. Ballard was removed from the vehicle, officers noticed a cellophane bag and a pack of rolling papers protruding from Mr. Ballard’s pocket. As officer’s attempted to detain Mr. Ballard while waiting on medical personal to arrive, Mr. Ballard began physically resisting officers. Once detained, Mr. Ballard spit out a cellophane bag containing over 14 grams of suspected methamphetamine. Upon a further detailed search of Mr. Ballard’s person, he was found to be in possession of another pack of rolling papers, approximately 5 grams of suspected marijuana and a digital scale.

Mr. Ballard was arrested and transported to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex where he later posted a $22,000.00 bond. Mr. Wright was not charged in the incident.

Convicted Felon Found In Possession Of Stolen Hand Gun On Traffic Stop

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced the arrest of Tyler Vinning (B/M, 25 of Vacherie, La.), for Headlamps for Motor Vehicles Required & Possession of a Firearm/Concealed Weapon by a Convicted Felon (Felony).

On Friday, March 19^th, shortly before 7:00 p.m., members of the Thibodaux Police Department Housing Authority Division stopped a black Acura for an equipment violation. The vehicle stopped on Eagle Drive and was found to be driven by Tyler Vinning. During the course of the stop, officers observed a large bulge in the front of Mr. Vinning’s pants. Further investigation rendered the findings of a 10mm Glock Handgun concealed on Mr. Vinning’s person.

Mr. Vinning who was confirmed to be a Convicted Felon was transported to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex, where he later posted a $25,100.00 bond.

It was later determined that the Glock Handgun was reported stolen and an arrest warrant has been issued for Tyler Vinning. Mr. Vinning is wanted for the violation of Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm, and remains at large on a $20,000.00 bond.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of Mr. Vinning, please submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1-800-743-7433 or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org. Tips can also be submitted using the P3 Tips app on your mobile device. If you submit a tip through Crime Stoppers, tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.

Motorcycle – Motor Vehicle Crash

Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced, shortly after 4:00 pm on March 10, 2021, members of the Thibodaux Police Department responded to a crash involving a Motorcycle and a Motor Vehicle on Talbot Avenue at the Eauclair Drive intersection.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the crash occurred as Jason Ordoyne was riding his 2004 Yamaha Roadster on the roadway, eastbound in the eastbound lane of travel on Talbot Avenue. At the same time, a vehicle operated by Kimyatta Williams was turning left onto Eauclair Drive, after traveling westbound in the westbound lane of travel on Talbot Avenue in a 2005 Dodge Durango. The vehicle struck the motorcycle head-on as it entered the eastbound lane of travel. Mr. Ordoyne was wearing a helmet, but was ejected from the motorcycle. Mr. Ordoyne sustained critical injuries as a result of the crash and was transported to an area hospital for treatment. Ms. Williams was properly restrained, uninjured, and impairment is not suspected for either party.

As of today March 18, 2021, Ms. Williams has been charged with Thibodaux City Ordinance Negligent Injuring and Failure to Yield When Making a Left Turn. Ms. Williams was issued a Misdemeanor summons for this violation and released pending a court date.