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Welcome to the official Ponchatoula Police Department page. If you have an emergency, please dial 911. For non-emergencies, please call 985-386-6548.

This purpose of this page will be to keep the citizens of Ponchatoula informed about what's happening in our community. We encourage you to submit comments, but please note that this is not a public forum. Comments posted to this page will be monitored. The Ponchatoula Police Department reserves the right to delete comments that: contain false information, obscene language or sexual content, threaten or defame any person or organization, promote illegal activity, commercial services or products, infringe on copyrights or trademarks or are not topically related to the particular posting.

10/09/2026

On October 8, 2026, officers responded to a disturbance at Stray Cats Bar involving two intoxicated individuals, identified as T-Bone Tim and Side Swipe Sally.

Upon arrival, officers located both individuals. Following a brief struggle, K-9 Officer Hardhide assisted in gaining control of the subjects, who were placed under arrest for public intoxication and subsequently booked into the Ponchatoula Jail.

While in holding, both subjects were offered community service. During this time, Sally was observed painting her nails and working out in preparation for their next stop in the City of Ponchatoula.

Upon their release, the duo was last seen heading toward Cypress Landing - Louisiana. We wish our visitors the best of luck and hope everyone stays safe.

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10/08/2026

Ponchatoula Police Chief Bry Layrisson announces the arrest of 30-year-old Trey Sparks.

Ponchatoula Detectives received a complaint regarding concerning messages found between Sparks and a juvenile male. At the time of the complaint, Sparks was employed as a teacher at D.C Reeves Elementary School and was a coach at the Ponchatoula Junior High School.

During the investigation, Detectives discovered numerous inappropriate materials on Sparks’ phone involving juveniles and he was charged with 4 counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material; and 1 count of Prohibited Sexual Conduct Between an Educator and Student.

Sparks was booked on these charges and transported to the Tangipahoa Parish Jail.

PPD Detectives are currently working with the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office to continue the investigation and more charges could be forthcoming.

Chief Layrisson would like to state that no current students at D.C Reeves or PJHS are involved in this investigation.

If anyone has any information that could help with this investigation, please contact the Ponchatoula Police Department at 985-386-6548.

*All persons are innocent until proven guilty*

09/10/2026

The Ponchatoula PD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating John Green. He is wanted in connection to a residential burglary. Please reach out to our detectives at 985-386-6548 if you have any information.

*all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty*

09/02/2026

On August 2026, detectives with the Ponchatoula Police Department began investigating several storage unit burglaries in the northeast area of the city.

Last week, 43-year-old Nicole Crum and 43-year-old Adam Traylor were arrested in connection with the burglaries.

Arrest warrants have also been issued for 28-year-old Breanna Mulkey and 43-year-old Matthew Morrow. (Pictured below)

Breanna Mulkey and Matthew Morrow are believed to be traveling in a gold colored pickup truck in the area of Roseland, LA.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Collin Lee or Detective Jimmy McGovern at (985) 386-6548.

*All persons are presumed innocent until proven guility*

08/03/2026

The Ponchatoula Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying this individual regarding a theft at the Ponchatoula Tractor Supply.

He was last seen leaving the scene in a white jeep with tinted windows.

If you have any information about this individual, please contact our Criminal Investigations Division at 985-386-6548.

**All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty**

07/15/2026

On July 14, 2026, the Ponchatoula Police Department responded to Walmart regarding a request for assistance from store employees.

Further investigation revealed that as 31-year-old Jonquelle Robinson attempted to steal items from within the store, she was confronted by asset protection personnel. As the employee followed her outside while calling the police, 32-year-old Marguarette Seymore became irate and threatened the employee while displaying a handgun.

Responding officers located the suspects attempting to leave the area in a vehicle. A search of the vehicle revealed (2) AR-15 style weapons along with the handgun believed to have been used in the crime. Both suspects were charged accordingly.

Marguarette Seymore (pictured below) was taken into custody for charges related to Aggravated Assault with a Fi***rm (Felony).
**All parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty.**

07/11/2026

Child Death Investigation

On July 10, 2026, the Ponchatoula Police Department began investigating the death of 3-year-old Jahcari Kash James after officers were called to a residence in the area of Methvin Lane.

At this time, detectives believe the child exited his family’s residence and entered an unlocked vehicle parked nearby. After family members discovered that the child was missing, they solicited help from neighbors to search the area.

A short time later, the vehicle owner located the child in the driver’s seat of the vehicle, where temperatures were extremely high. The child’s family members attempted life-saving measures while awaiting the arrival of emergency services.

The child was transported by ambulance to North Oaks Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.

The investigation is ongoing. No further details will be released at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jimmy McGovern or Lieutenant RJ Hils at (985) 386-6548.

07/10/2026

On July 7, 2026, Ponchatoula Police Department responded to a theft at Mother Mulberry’s Market. Officers learned Jayce Billiot, a booth vendor at Mother Mulberry’s Market, was stealing merchandise from fellow booth vendors. The thefts were observed on surveillance video of Jayce Billiot stealing items from multiple vendors. After the investigation, a warrant was signed by a judge for the arrest of Billiot.

On July 9, 2026, Jayce Billiot was arrested for theft and booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office Jail.

All parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

07/04/2026

Leadership looks different on everyone, but a shared commitment to serving the people of Ponchatoula is always in style.

Proud to see our Mayor and Chief of Police working together to keep our community strong, safe, and moving forward 🍓🚔💪🏼

One is making sure our city is safe and
the other is making sure it keeps moving forward 🤝

One protects the people.

One serves the people.

Together, they’re proud to call Ponchatoula home. 💙

Here’s to strong leadership, community pride, and having a little fun along the way.

Ponchatoula is a special place—and it’s the people who make it that way. We hope everyone has a fun and safe Fourth of July 🇺🇸❤️

Wesley Daniels, Mayor of Ponchatoula

06/29/2026

Chief Layrisson reports that on Friday night at approximately 8:35pm, Officers were advised of two four-wheelers that were being operated carelessly on the roadway near E. Oak Street. A traffic stop was conducted and both drivers, a 26 and 27 year old, were issued a citation for " Off-road Vehicles; Permits for use on Shoulders and Highways", and both four-wheelers were towed.

Chief Layrisson wants to remind citizens that four wheelers are not allowed on the roadway.

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195 North 6th Street
Ponchatoula, LA
70454

Telephone

+19853866548

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http://ponchatoulapolice.com/

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