Archives: December2019

St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrest two Violet men for armed robbery of Violet bakery

St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrest two Violet men
for armed robbery of Violet bakery

The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrested two Violet men in connection with the armed robbery of a Violet bakery on Dec. 27, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

David Johnson, 47, of the 2400 block of Elizabeth Court in Violet, and Melvin Onidas, 36, of the 6500 block of Jules Brown Street in Violet, were both booked with armed robbery for robbing at gunpoint Barker’s Dozen, 7801 E. St. Bernard Highway in Violet.

Around 11:30 p.m. on Dec. 27, Sheriff Pohlmann said, a male suspect, later identified as David Johnson, entered the bakery, brandished a handgun and demanded cash from the register. Johnson stole an undetermined amount of cash and fled the scene.

During the course of the investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigations Bureau were able to identify Johnson through eyewitness accounts and video surveillance.

Detectives also determined Onidas, who is seen on video surveillance entering the bakery just prior to the robbery, was with Johnson and involved in the robbery.

Sheriff Pohlmann said no one was injured in the incident.

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SBSO searching for person of interest in armed robbery

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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office searching for person of interest in connection with armed robbery of Violet bakery

The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the public in locating and identifying a person of interest who may have information about an armed robbery that occurred on Friday, Dec. 27 at Barker’s Dozen, 7801 E. St. Bernard Highway in Violet, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

Around 11:30 p.m., Sheriff Pohlmann said, a male suspect entered the bakery, brandished a handgun and demanded cash from the register. The suspect stole an undetermined amount of cash, and fled the scene on foot, north bound on Farmsite Road.

The race of the male suspect is not known, but he was wearing a dark colored hoodie, camouflage pants, white high top sneakers, a mask that covered his face and gloves.

Sheriff Pohlmann said no one was injured in the incident.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Bureau are seeking assistance from a male person of interest, seen in the photo submitted, who entered the store shortly before the robbery took place in hopes he may be able to provide information valuable to the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding the person of interest’s identity, his whereabouts or further information regarding this incident is asked to call the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office at (504) 271-2501 or Crimestoppers GNO at (504) 822-1111. Tipsters who call Crimestoppers can remain anonymous, do not have to testify and could be eligible for a cash reward.

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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrests two men in connection with a homicide in Chalmette

St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrests two men in connection with
homicide in Chalmette, issues arrest warrants for three more suspects

The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrested two Chalmette men in connection with the fatal shooting of a New Orleans man on Christmas Eve in Chalmette, and arrest warrants have been issued for three others in connection with the case, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

Dijon Weatherspoon, 18, of the 400 block of Pierre Street in Chalmette, and Quinn Bryant, 17, of the 400 block of Dubarry Street in Chalmette, were both booked with one count of first degree murder for the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old male victim on Tuesday, Dec. 24, and two counts of attempted first degree murder for shooting two innocent bystanders during the incident.

Arrest warrants also have been issued in the case for Myron Morris, 25, of the 880 block of Gervais Street in New Orleans, Davin “Draco” Williams, 17, of the 8000 block of Dorsett Drive in New Orleans, and a 16-year-old male from New Orleans.

Shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24, Sheriff Pohlmann said, deputies responded to a call about a shooting in the 400 block of Pierre Street in Chalmette.

When deputies arrived on the scene, they found a male victim, later identified as 18-year-old Gregory Alexander of New Orleans, lying in the street suffering from two gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Sheriff Pohlmann said two other male victims, not involved in the case, were struck by stray bullets during the incident. Both victims were transported to area hospitals to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.

During the course of the investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigations Bureau learned the suspects and the victim were involved in a narcotics transaction when a verbal altercation ensued. During the altercation, weapons were brandished and several shots were fired at the victim, striking him and the two innocent bystanders.

Based on information obtained by eyewitnesses and video surveillance from the scene, the Sheriff said, detectives were able to identify the five suspects involved in the incident.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Morris, Williams or the 16-year-old male involved in the case, or additional information regarding this incident is asked to call the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office at (504) 271-2501 or Crimestoppers GNO at (504) 822-1111. Tipsters who call Crimestoppers can remain anonymous, do not have to testify and could be eligible for a cash reward.

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SBSO searching for male suspect in connection with carjacking

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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office searching for male suspect
in connection with carjacking in Chalmette

The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the public in locating a suspect wanted for carjacking a vehicle occupied by two small children in Chalmette, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Dedric Hurst, 18, of the 3700 block of Juno Drive in Chalmette, for two counts of aggravated kidnapping and one count of carjacking.

At 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, Sheriff Pohlmann said, multiple units were dispatched to the 3500 block of Kings Drive in Chalmette in reference to a carjacking.

When deputies arrived on the scene, the female victim said as she was unloading groceries from her parked car, a black male jumped into her vehicle and fled from her driveway with her two small children still inside, secured in car seats.

As he fled in the stolen vehicle, the suspect, later identified as Hurst, struck the female victim who is 7 months pregnant.

Sheriff Pohlmann said the stolen vehicle was quickly located by deputies, abandoned a few blocks away, with the two children, unharmed and still inside. The mother was transported to an area hospital for treatment and was later released.

During the course of the investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigations Bureau were able to identify Hurst through video surveillance and information from eyewitnesses.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect or with information regarding this incident is asked to call the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Bureau at (504) 278-7630 or Crimestoppers GNO at (504) 822-1111. Tipsters who call Crimestoppers can remain anonymous, do not have to testify and could be eligible for a cash reward.

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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office investigating homicide in Chalmette

St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office investigating homicide in Chalmette

The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office is investigating the fatal shooting of a male victim that occurred shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24 in the 400 block of Pierre Street in Chalmette, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

Two other male victims who were also shot during the incident were both transported to area hospitals to be treated for non life-threatening injuries.

The investigation is ongoing.

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Several hundred St. Bernard Parish fifth-graders recently graduated from the fal

Several hundred St. Bernard Parish fifth-graders recently graduated from the fall semester of the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office’s Drug Abuse Resistance Education program.

Lynn Oaks School had 16 students graduate from the program on Dec. 4, Arabi Elementary held a ceremony Dec. 6 for 86 students, and J.F. Gauthier Elementary had 84 students graduate on Dec. 10. Chalmette Elementary held a ceremony on Dec. 12 for 78 students and Our Lady of Prompt Succor had 39 students graduate on Dec. 17.

Sheriff James Pohlmann said the D.A.R.E. anti-drug program, taught in St. Bernard Parish schools by program supervisor Lt. Lisa Jackson and Sgt. Darrin Miller, is aimed at discouraging youngsters from using drugs, including tobacco and alcohol, or taking part in violence or bullying of others.

During the graduation ceremonies, students heard from Sheriff Pohlmann and other officers who spoke about making the right choices when it comes to the use of drugs or alcohol. The Sheriff stressed the importance of listening to their parents and teachers, and choosing their friends wisely. He also told the students not to bully others, and to report any kind of bullying they witness to an adult or teacher.

Sheriff Pohlmann also addressed parents in attendance about the importance of protecting our future by investing in our children. He praised parents for taking part in keeping their children on the right path and focused on doing the right thing, including talking often with them and looking for warning signs to help prevent drug use.

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Please don’t drink and drive. St. Bernard residents who have too much to drink d

Please don’t drink and drive. St. Bernard residents who have too much to drink during the holiday season can call the Sheriff’s Office at (504) 271-2501 for a safe ride home.

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Times for legal use of fireworks in St. Bernard Parish

Times for legal use of fireworks in St. Bernard Parish

According to St. Bernard Parish government ordinance, here are the times when fireworks can legally be used in the parish surrounding the New Year’s celebration:

From Dec. 26 through 30, fireworks can legally be used from 9 a.m. until 11 p.m.

On Dec. 31, they can be used from 9 a.m. until 2 a.m.

On Jan. 1, fireworks can be used from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., at which time all use of fireworks must end for the New Year’s period.

Any use outside these hours would be considered illegal disturbing of the peace.

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Sheriff’s Office free Holiday Ride Home program.

Sheriff’s Office free Holiday Ride Home program. Lets remember with all the holiday parties that will be going on starting soon. St. Bernard residents who have too much to drink during the holiday season can call the Sheriff’s Office at (504) 271-2501 for a safe ride home.

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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office receives donation

St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office receives donation

The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office recently received a $2,500 donation from Amanda Miller Realty in memory of the late Sterling Joseph “Joey” Cardon III.

The donation will be used to purchase equipment for the department. Accepting the donation on behalf of the Sheriff’s Office is Maj. Walter Dornan.

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