The shooting happened around 4 p.m. on Mardi Gras Day in the 200 block of East Clinton Street. Police say two men were involved in a physical altercation when a bystander attempted to step in and ...

Lafayette marked a 44% drop in homicides in 2025, with a total of 10 compared to the city's deadliest year in 2023 with 29 ...

Lafayette and West Lafayette Police are sharing new reports showing changes in calls for service, arrests, and crime trends.

A violent altercation in Lafayette has led to an attempted murder warrant. Police need your help finding the suspect.

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — The Lafayette Police Department is finalizing security preparations for the upcoming Mardi Gras season following a recent parade shooting in Clinton. Police officials said they ...

Lafayette, LA - The Lafayette Police Department (LPD) is currently managing an active scene in the 100 block of Rosewood Avenue related to a barricaded subject. At approximately 6:00 PM, LPD officers ...

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Recently, a four-year-old child was reportedly shot and killed by another child, who found a loaded gun. Acadiana law enforcement has a strong message for gun owners to make ...

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — The Lafayette Police Department has confirmed the arrest of one of its officers on domestic violence charges. Officer Curtis Oakes was arrested today in connection with an ...

LAFAYETTE, La. — The Lafayette Police Department’s mounted patrol unit has welcomed two new members — Clydesdale brothers Bud and Mo — just in time for Mardi Gras festivities. "It's huge — Clydesdales ...