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Lafayette Police detectives arrested a 52-year-old man for solicitation of a minor online.

Caroline & Company took to Facebook to expose a woman they claim had shoplifted from them. However, the shoplifting incident seems to be the tip of the iceberg for a woman who could be Lafayette's biggest scammer.

In an effort to enhance their digital outreach and further strengthen the bond between the police and the community, the Lafayette Police Department has revealed plans to introduce its exclusive mobile application.

If you'd like to donate blood, Vitalant will be set up at the Lafayette Police Department at 900 E. University Ave. this Thursday, August 10 from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

A devastating overnight incident on South General Marshall Street has taken a heart-wrenching turn, as the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office has confirmed the death of one of the victims - a child - who was shot during the incident.

An early Saturday morning officer-involved shooting has left two officers and at least three other individuals injured.

On a quiet Saturday morning in Lafayette, LA, the residents of the Washington Heights neighborhood were startled by the blaring sirens and roaring engines of multiple Lafayette Police Department units engaged in a very interesting pursuit.

The Lafayette Police Department has confirmed that there was only one victim of a shooting in Lafayette on Wednesday.

The Lafayette Police Department responded at 8:42 pm on Monday, June 26 to a report of a stabbing in progress.

The Lafayette Police Department has issued a warning to the public about a recent surge in scams involving individuals impersonating police officers.

More information will be available as the Lafayette Police Department continues its investigation into the crash.

A Lafayette resident alerted police to a fatal crash after waking up to find a totaled car in their yard Saturday morning.

The LPD traffic division headed to the scene immediately and closed the intersection while they are investigating the crash.

LPD is currently asking motorists to avoid the area while they investigate the crash. More information will be made available as the investigation continues.

Suspects in Heymann Park were armed with guns and opened fire around 7 p.m. on Sunday.

A tragic shooting in Lafayette leaves one in critical condition, one dead, and four others hospitalized.

Anyone with any information regarding last night's shooting in Lafayette is urged to contact the Lafayette Police Department or Lafayette Crime Stoppers.

Residents of Lafayette can get an inside look at the Lafayette Police Department this summer.

Tomorrow night at Deano's a Lafayette Police Officer will be waiting on you.

The Lafayette Police Department has announced they will be conducting active shooter training at Griffin Hall on the campus of UL.