Louisiana State Police is investigating a deadly deputy-involved shooting in St. Mary Parish.
According to Sheriff Blaise Smith, the deputy shot a suspect early Tuesday morning. Officials close to the investigation tell us that shooting happened in Berwick. Specifics about the case have not yet been confirmed by State Police. More information about the case is expected to be released later today.
“It is an unfortunate and tragic event that caused the loss of life, Sheriff Smith said. I stand behind and support the actions of my deputies and we are cooperating fully with the Louisiana State Police in this investigation.
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Breaux Bridge Man Arrested in Death of Infant Found in Car
St. Mary Parish Sheriff Blaise Smith says that Melancon has booked with second-degree murder charges.
ORIGINAL STORY: The St. Mary Parish Sheriff s Office received a call on Saturday, May 8 at approximately 2:30 pm of a suspicious car.
Deputies were dispatched to the vehicle that was located near the Intracoastal Bridge on Highway 317.
Upon arrival, they found a deceased infant s body inside the vehicle. The Sheriff s Office notified detectives and an investigation has been opened.
Around midnight, Sheriff Blaise Smith announced that a warrant has been issued for the suspect.
Ervin Melancon, 53, of Breaux Bridge, is wanted on the charge of Second-Degree Murder.
SMPSO arrests man after dead baby found in car Ervin Melancon (Source: St. Mary Parish Sheriff s Office) By Josh Auzenne | May 10, 2021 at 10:48 AM CDT - Updated May 10 at 10:52 AM
ST. MARY PARISH, La. (WAFB) - A man suspected in the death of a baby, whose body was found in a car, has been arrested.
The St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office reported Ervin Melancon, 53, of Breaux Bridge, is charged with second-degree murder. The baby’s name has not been released and the cause of death has not been determined.
Sheriff Blaise Smith said Melancon was arrested Sunday, May 9, by the Broussard Police Department and was later transferred to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center. His bail is set at $2 million.
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