10/21/2026
Press Release
October 21, 2026
The Franklin Police Department responded to 18 calls for service over the past 24 hours and made the following arrests:
Jarmontay Roberson, 32, of West Ibert St., Franklin, LA, was arrested on October 20, 2026, at 8:14 AM, on a warrant dated October 14, 2026, for simple criminal damage to property – 2 counts, simple battery, aggravated assault – 3 counts, and interfering with emergency communications. Roberson was booked, processed, and transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center.
James Murray, 38, of Oakdale St., Franklin, LA, was arrested on October 20, 2026, at 11:03 AM, on a warrant for Third Ward City Court for failure to appear on the charge of disturbing the peace by language. Murray was booked, processed, and released to appear in Third Ward City Court.
Betty Hines, 59, of Big 4 Corners Rd., Jeanerette, LA, was arrested on October 20, 2026, at 5:29 PM, on the charge of obstructing public passages. Hines was booked, processed, and released on a $1,000.00 bond.
Patrick Lumpkin, 45, of Curtis Dr., Franklin, LA, was arrested on October 20, 2026, at 5:47 PM, on a warrant for 16th Judicial District Court for failure to appear on the charges of unlawful operation of an off-road vehicle, resisting an officer, reckless operation of a vehicle, and flight from an officer. Lumpkin was booked, processed, and held on a $2,000.00 bond.
Van Vincent, 31, of Robertson St., Franklin, LA, was arrested on October 20, 2026, at 5:47 PM, on the charges of stop sign, no driver’s license, and no insurance. Vincent was booked, processed, and held on a $1,000.00 bond.
Darrell Harris, 36, of Ibert St., Franklin, LA, was arrested on October 20, 2026, at 5:51 PM, on a warrant dated October 19, 2026, for attempted second degree murder by stabbing. Harris was booked, processed, and held on a $200,000.00 bond.
PIO Corporal D. Ryes
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