Press Release

Alexandria, LA, for release (4/16/26) On April 16, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the Alexandria Police Department responded to the 1800 block of Harvard Street in reference to a domestic-related incident. Through the course of the investigation, officers learned that a boyfriend, later identified as 30-year-old Austin Byrd, committed a battery and stole a blue […]

Alexandria, LA, for release (4/16/26) On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at approximately 1:00 PM, the Alexandria Police Department responded to Interstate 49 in reference to a body discovered underneath the overpass near Broadway Avenue.  The body has been identified as 27-year-old Plaze Ceasar of Alexandria, LA.  At this time, no foul play is suspected. A

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, at approximately 11:45 AM, the Alexandria Police Department responded to a stabbing in the 2500 block of Monroe Street that sent one person to a local hospital with moderate injuries.   The Alexandria Police Department has identified the suspect in this case as 33-year-old Christopher Farris. Farris has an active

The Alexandria Police Department is asking the public for assistance with locating 15-year-old Erica Richard, who has been reported missing. Erica is described as a black female, 5’4”, 115 lbs. Erica was last seen in the area of Texas Avenue and Jackson Street. See the attached photograph. This is currently an ongoing investigation. If anyone

ALEXANDRIA, LA — Following a comprehensive joint investigation conducted by the Alexandria Police Department and the Alexandria Fire Department, the City of Alexandria is providing a final update regarding the tragic passing of Za’Niyah Boyd. At this time, after the review of physical evidence, forensic analysis, and witness statements, investigators officially ruled out foul play. The

UPDATE [4/3/26] All lanes are now opening. Alexandria, LA (4/3/2026) The Alexandria Police Department is currently responding to a two-vehicle crash involving a commercial 18-wheeler on I-49 southbound at the Broadway exit. At this time, all southbound traffic on I-49 is being diverted onto the Broadway exit. The roadway is expected to remain closed for

Alexandria, LA, for release (4/1/26) On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at approximately 11:00 AM, the Alexandria Police Department took 45-year-old Julius Layfield into custody in reference to his involvement in the fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, on Eddie Williams Avenue.  Layfield is charged with one count of vehicular homicide, one

Alexandria, LA, for release (4/1/26) On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at approximately 11:11 hours, the Alexandria Police Department responded to a hit-and-run crash involving pedestrians on Eddie Williams Avenue near the intersection of Tulane Avenue. Upon arrival, officers learned that two pedestrians, a 16-year-old male and a 16-year-old female, were standing on the right side

[UPDATE 3-23-26] Missing Juvenile Navaeh Guidry has been located. Alexandria, LA, for release (3/23/26) The Alexandria Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating a missing juvenile, 16-year-old Navaeh Guidry.  Navaeh is described as a black female, 5’3”, 130 lbs.  Navaeh was last seen in the 900 block of Murray Street. See the

Alexandria, LA, for release (3/21/26) On Friday, March 20, 2026, at approximately 3:50 PM, the Alexandria Police Department responded to a local hospital in reference to a shooting that occurred in the 2700 block of 9th Street.  One person sustained gunshot wounds and was treated for their injuries. A few hours later, the Alexandria Police