Covington Police Department

05/30/2026

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: HOUSE MOVE RESCHEDULED

The Covington Police Department would like to inform residents and motorists that crews will attempt to move the home again on Sunday, May 31, 2026, beginning at approximately 7:00 AM.

The move will begin at 430 N. Florida St. and end at 919 W. 32nd St.

Planned Route:

430 N. Florida St.
Left onto E. Lockwood St.
Right onto N. New Hampshire St.
Continue straight to N. Theard St.
Left onto N. Columbia St.
Left onto N. Tyler St.
Right onto W. 32nd St.
Arrive at 919 W. 32nd St.

Residents are asked not to park along the route to allow crews enough room to safely move the home.

Motorists should expect temporary delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible. Please use caution in the area and follow the direction of officers and traffic personnel.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

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UPDATE: HOUSE MOVE POSTPONED

The house move scheduled for this morning has been postponed due to mechanical issues.

At this time, there will be no traffic delays related to the move. The Covington Police Department will provide an update once a new date and time have been confirmed.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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The Covington Police Department would like to make residents aware that a house will be moved through the city this morning, beginning at approximately 9:00 AM.

The move will begin at 430 N. Florida St. and proceed as follows:

Leave N. Florida St.
Left onto E. Lockwood St.
Right onto N. New Hampshire St.
Continue straight to N. Theard St.
Left onto N. Columbia St.
Left onto N. Tyler St.
Right onto W. 32nd St.
Arrive at 919 W. 32nd St.

Please do not park along the route. Motorists should expect temporary traffic delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible.

Please use caution in the area and follow the direction of the officers assisting with the move.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

05/29/2026

• Out of an abundance of caution, a Boil Water Advisory has been issued from 8th Avenue through Old Landing.

• City crews are continuing to investigate the cause of the water main break at 8th Street and S. Adams.

• At this time, the exact cause of the split has not been determined.

• Water samples will be submitted to the State Lab in Amite tomorrow for testing and analysis.

• Residents in the affected area are advised to boil water before consumption until further notice.

05/28/2026

Two E.E. Lyon Elementary School Administrators Charged Under Louisiana Mandatory Reporting Law

COVINGTON, LA — The Covington Police Department has filed criminal charges against two administrators of E.E. Lyon Elementary School in connection with alleged failures to comply with Louisiana's mandatory reporting law. Tanya Barth, the Assistant Principal of E.E. Lyon Elementary, and Lauryn Faciane, the Principal of E.E. Lyon Elementary have each been charged under La. R.S. 14:403.

That statute requires designated individuals, including school administrators, to promptly report suspected abuse, neglect, and certain other incidents involving children to law enforcement or appropriate authorities.

The charges follow an investigation conducted by the Department's Criminal Investigations Division. The investigation included numerous interviews and a review of the available evidence.

In the interest of protecting the children involved, and consistent with applicable law, the Department will not be releasing details regarding the underlying incidents that gave rise to the charges.

The Department has made appropriate parallel notifications to the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services, the Louisiana Department of Education, and the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.

The Department extends its sincere thanks to all those who cooperated with this investigation. Anyone with information relevant to this matter, or to any other matter involving the safety of children in our community, is encouraged to contact the Covington Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division at 985-892-8500.

This case remains an active matter. Beyond the information set forth in this release, the Department is not in a position to provide further comment at this time. Additional information will be provided through appropriate channels as the case progresses.

A criminal charge is an accusation. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Media Contact: Deputy Chief of Police Kevin Collins ([email protected])Covington Police Department

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Behind every name on a memorial wall is a family that received the hardest news imaginable. A parent who lost a child. A spouse who lost their partner. Kids who grew up with stories instead of memories. Their sacrifice is the reason we get to spend today with the people we love.

If you're firing up the grill, heading to the lake, or just enjoying a quiet day off, we hope you take a moment to think about who made it possible. Visit a cemetery. Fly your flag. Tell your kids what the day actually means.

To the Gold Star families in our community: we see you, today and every day. Thank you for the loved ones you gave.

05/21/2026

What an afternoon! Officers from the Covington Police Department, alongside our brothers and sisters from the Covington Fire Department and the Louisiana State Police, hit the pavement together to carry the Flame of Hope for the 2026 Special Olympics Torch Run.

This year was extra special. For the very first time, the run kicked off right here at Covington Police Department Headquarters and ended at the Special Olympics Louisiana Headquarters in Covington. Seeing the torch travel through our streets was something none of us will forget.

The Torch Run isn't just a run. It's a promise to the incredible athletes of Special Olympics that we're in their corner, today and every day. Every step represents the courage, determination, and heart these athletes show us all year long.

Big thank you Nutrishop for providing our runners with the proper post run hydration drinks for them to recover!

To our Special Olympics athletes, you inspire us. Keep shining.

05/21/2026

We’re Hiring School Crossing Guards for Next School Year!

The Covington Police Department is currently accepting applications for School Crossing Guards for the upcoming school year.

This is a great opportunity to serve our community, help keep our students safe, and be a positive presence at our local schools.

Starting pay: $17 per hour

If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and enjoy helping others, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today at: www.covla.com/JoinCPD

Help us protect the students of Covington, one crossing at a time.

05/20/2026

✅ UPDATE: MISSING PERSON LOCATED ✅

The Covington Police Department is happy to share that the missing person from our earlier post, has been safely located by CPD officers and is in good health.

Thank you to everyone who shared the post, kept an eye out, and reached out with information. Your help made all the difference.

05/11/2026

This week, we join communities across the country in recognizing National Police Week, a time set aside to honor the men and women of law enforcement who serve with courage, professionalism, and dedication.

It is also a time to remember the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their service, bravery, and commitment to protecting others will never be forgotten.

To the officers of the Covington Police Department, thank you for the work you do each day to serve and protect our community. Whether responding to calls, investigating crimes, directing traffic, building relationships, or simply being there when someone needs help, your efforts make a difference.

We are proud to serve Covington, and we are grateful for the continued support of our community.

Stay safe, and thank you to all who wear the badge.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at the Covington Police Department.

To the moms holding it all together, the ones packing lunches, drying tears, calming chaos, and somehow still finding time to ask if we ate today, thank you.

A special shout out to the moms who wear the badge alongside us, and to the moms, stepmoms, grandmas, aunts, and mother figures who keep our officers grounded. We see you, and we’re grateful.

Stay safe out there, and call your mom!

05/05/2026

The District Attorney J. Colin Sims today announced that Antonio Tyson entered guilty pleas to two counts of first-degree murder and one count of obstruction of justice in connection with the deaths of Ms. Ruth Prats and Father Otis Young. Sentencing is scheduled for June 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

Under the terms of the plea agreement, reached with the participation and consent of both victims' families, Tyson will serve two consecutive life sentences at hard labor without the possibility of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence, followed by an additional 40 years for the obstruction charge. He will be housed under conditions equivalent to death row and has agreed to waive any future efforts to seek sentence reduction or early release.

This outcome is the result of an extensive investigation led by Detective Cyrus Kety of the Covington Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division. Detective Kety's tireless dedication to this case from the earliest stages of the investigation through its resolution was instrumental in building the evidence that brought Tyson to justice. The Criminal Investigations Division demonstrated the professionalism and commitment that the families of Ruth Prats and Father Otis Young deserved throughout this process.

The Covington Police Department also wishes to recognize the numerous partnering agencies whose assistance was critical to this investigation. Law enforcement at the local, state, and federal level contributed resources, expertise, and manpower that made this case possible, and that spirit of collaboration reflects the best of what public safety agencies can accomplish when they work together toward a common goal.

Chief Michael Ferrell stated, "Detective Kety and the men and women of our Criminal Investigations Division poured themselves into this case and never let up. But this result was also a team effort that went beyond our department. The agencies that stood alongside us throughout this investigation deserve recognition and their support made a real difference. Ruth Prats and Father Otis Young were pillars of this community, and every person who had a hand in this outcome helped deliver the justice their families needed."

The Covington Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the families of Ms. Prats and Father Young. Both were devoted members of this community whose loss is deeply felt.

Today, with the agreement of the victims’ families, Antonio Tyson entered pleas of guilty to two counts of first‑degree murder and one count of obstruction of justice in connection with the murders of Ms. Ruth Prats and Father Otis Young. Sentencing has been scheduled for June 8, 2026 at 9:00 a....