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Reward offered for information in brutal shooting of dolphin on Louisiana beach

Cameron Parish, Louisiana – A shocking discovery was made on West Mae’s Beach in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, where a young bottlenose dolphin was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds. The incident has prompted investigators to offer a reward of up to $20,000 for any information that can lead to solving the case. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries department has been actively involved in conducting a necropsy, or animal autopsy, on the deceased …

Reward offered for information on dolphin found shot multiple times on Louisiana beach

Cameron Parish, Louisiana – A tragic discovery was made on West Mae’s Beach in Cameron Parish as a young bottlenose dolphin was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds. This devastating incident has sparked an investigation by the NOAA Fisheries department, who are now offering a reward of up to $20,000 for any information leading to the conviction of those responsible. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported that the dolphin’s remains were sent for …

$20,000 Reward Offered in Case of Dolphin Found Shot to Death on Louisiana Beach

Cameron Parish, Louisiana – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to a conviction after a young dolphin was found shot to death on a Louisiana beach last month, igniting outrage and concern for marine life. The deceased bottlenose dolphin was discovered on West Mae’s Beach in Cameron Parish on March 13, prompting swift action and investigation. Experts from the NOAA Fisheries Service conducted a thorough necropsy at …

Juvenile Dolphin Found Dead with Multiple Gunshot Wounds on Louisiana Beach: NOAA Offers $20,000 Reward

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – Following a tragic incident in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, where a dolphin was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries Services is offering a $20,000 reward for information on the perpetrator. The juvenile bottlenose dolphin was discovered on West Mae’s Beach on March 13, with bullets lodged in its brain, spinal cord, and heart, according to a necropsy report. NOAA confirmed that the dolphin’s death …

Severe Storms Ravage Slidell, Louisiana: Tornado Strikes, Businesses Devastated, Residents Trapped

Slidell, Louisiana residents are being advised to avoid unnecessary travel today after reports of a tornado touching down during severe storms early Wednesday. The Slidell police captured and shared a distressing live stream showing the tornado near Pontchartrain Drive, dangerously close to a local McDonald’s restaurant. The severe storms that swept across the area caused significant damage, with multiple businesses directly impacted. Mayor Greg Cromer identified Old Spanish Trail as the hardest-hit area, highlighting the …

Multiple Deaths Reported After Devastating Storm Tears Through Louisiana

Miami, FL – A multi-day music festival taking place in Virginia has come under scrutiny after reports of overcrowding and safety concerns surfaced. The event, known as Music Fest, drew thousands of attendees who were looking forward to enjoying live performances from various artists. Despite the initial excitement surrounding Music Fest, problems soon arose as attendees reported long lines for food and drinks, as well as a lack of available seating. Many concert-goers expressed frustration …

Louisiana man extradited to Connecticut, facing charges in violent machete attack at Bridgeport high school campus

BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut – A man extradited from Louisiana now faces charges in connection with a violent machete attack at a Bridgeport high school last summer. Gerald W. Valle, 22, was arrested in Pine Prairie, Louisiana, and flown back to Connecticut to confront the allegations surrounding the incident at Central High School in June 2023. Police were alerted to the assault at around 8:15 p.m. on June 18, 2023, at the high school. Upon arrival, they …

Louisiana Father Allegedly Commits Murder-Suicide After Tragic Loss of Sons

Kenner, Louisiana – A tragic incident unfolded in a New Orleans suburb that left a community reeling as a distraught father, grieving the loss of his 18-year-old son, shot and killed his 3-year-old son before turning the gun on himself. The Kenner Police Chief, Keith Conley, described the heartbreaking scene where officers discovered the lifeless body of the toddler and the father outside the house, unconscious from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Reports indicated that the …

Deadly ‘Superfog’ from Marsh Fires Causes Massive Pileups on Louisiana Highway

New Orleans, Louisiana – Monday morning proved to be a tragic and chaotic scene on Interstate 55 when a devastating combination of heavy fog and smoke from marsh fires led to a series of massive pileups involving a total of 158 vehicles, resulting in at least seven fatalities and 25 injuries. Louisiana State Police revealed that the number of casualties could rise as emergency responders work diligently to clear the crash sites and search for …

Tragic Shooting Incident Leaves One Dead, Another Injured in Houma, Louisiana

HOUMA, Louisiana – On February 1st, 2024, the Houma Police Department responded to a shooting in the 1100 block of Lafayette Street. Two individuals were injured, with one tragically losing their life. The suspect, who was quickly identified and later turned himself in, was found to be employed at a local juvenile detention center. The victims, identified as a 20-year-old male and a 14-year-old male, were both found suffering from gunshot wounds upon the officers’ …