Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office - Press Release

October 27, 2023

“Operation Cease the Fire” nabs 24 suspects and 8 firearms

Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the completion of an extensive multijurisdictional operation, coined “Operation Cease the Fire”, which took place throughout several local jurisdictions.  The successful operation saw over 24 violators either arrested or cited, the recovery of 8 illegal firearms, and considerable amounts and forms of illegal narcotics were seized in connection with the operation.
October 30, 2023

Houma man jailed on Rape charges during SVU Investigation

Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet announced the recent arrest of a Houma man on charges in a sexually motivated domestic violence incident, after a victim came forward.  Andrew William Melancon, 34, now faces charges of First-Degree Rape and Domestic Abuse Battery by Strangulation, in connection with the investigation.