Ascension Parish: On June 26, 2026, Jerome Lilly of 17275 Cherry Creek Dr. Prairieville, LA, age 41, was found guilty of Manslaughter. Sentencing was deferred to a later date pending a Pre-Sentence Investigation. On October 27, 2026, the defendant was…READ MORE
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Former St. James Sheriff’s Deputy Pleads Guilty to Internet Crimes Against Children
On October 26, 2026, Tykeim Simoneaux of 252 N Pine St. Gramercy, LA, age 24, pled guilty to Indecent Behavior with Juveniles (2 counts), Computer Aided Solicitation of a Minor (2 counts), Malfeasance in Office; Tampering…READ MORE
Houma Man Pleads Guilty to Cruelty to Persons with Infirmities
On October 28, 2026, Markus Stadium of 180 Acklen Ave. Houma, LA, age 36, pled guilty as charged to Cruelty to Persons with Infirmities. Stadium was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Lana Chaney, and presiding…READ MORE
Prairieville Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Connection with 2022 Deadly Shooting
On June 26, 2026, an Ascension Parish Jury found 41-year-old Jerome Lilly of Prairieville, LA, guilty of Manslaughter. Lilly was on trial for his involvement in the shooting death of 40-year-old Tarrence Williams, also of Prairieville….READ MORE
Darrow Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Connection with 2023 Geismar Shooting
On July 21, 2026, at the conclusion of a bench trial after waiving rights to a jury trial, Judge Steven Tureau found 30-year-old Brannon Ellis of 5206 Seneca Dr. Darrow, LA, guilty of Attempted 2nd Degree…READ MORE
Prairieville Man Sentenced to Life Plus 99 Years for Child Rape
On July 23, 2026, an Ascension Parish Jury found 43-year-old Joshua Bleakley of Prairieville, LA, guilty of First-Degree Rape – Victim Under 13 Years of Age and Aggravated Crimes Against Nature (14 counts). Bleakley was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys…READ MORE
During the week of October 12 – October 16, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.
Ascension Parish: Ascension Parish had no court news to report this week. Assumption Parish: Assumption Parish had no court news to report this week. St. James Parish: On April 14, 2026, Donell Butler Jr., 309 E 14th Gramercy, LA, age…READ MORE
During the week of October 5 – October 9, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.
Ascension Parish: 1. Devin Dixon, Gonzales, LA, age 35, pled guilty to Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule I Controlled Dangerous Substance and Distribution, Manufacture, or Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule I Controlled Dangerous Substance. The defendant…READ MORE
District Attorney Narcotics Diversion Program Graduates Four Defendants
District Attorney Ricky Babin is pleased to announce the graduation of four adult defendants from the 23rd Judicial District Attorney Narcotics Diversion Program last week. These individuals were recognized for their successful completion of the program which was implemented in…READ MORE
During the week of September 28 – October 2, 2026, the following defendants pled guilty to various charges and were sentenced in the 23rd Judicial District Court, parishes of Ascension, Assumption, and St. James.
Ascension Parish: Derrick Goldman, 12021 Province Pl. Baton Rouge, LA, age 38, pled guilty to Theft Valued at $1,000 or More, but Less than $5,000 (2 counts) and Theft Under $1,000. The defendant was sentenced to 5 years with the…READ MORE