Jeanerette Police Department

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

‼️‼️‼️‼️Public Notice‼️‼️‼️‼️

We understand the importance of having access to water and recognize the concerns many residents have regarding the current water issue. However, we are experiencing an overwhelming number of calls related to this matter.

Please remember that the Jeanerette Police Department's phone lines are intended for emergencies and urgent police matters. Excessive non-emergency calls can delay our ability to respond to those who need immediate assistance.

We also ask that everyone remain respectful when speaking with our Communication Officers. They are working diligently to assist the community and do not control the water situation.

We appreciate your patience, understanding, and cooperation during this time. As soon as we have an update we will notify you using this page.

Jeanerette Police Department

05/31/2026

Operators are working to resolve the low to no water pressure issue. Please bare with us as repairs are completed. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

05/31/2026

Attention Residents‼️

The Jeanerette Police Department has received many calls in regards to little to no water throughout the city. We have contacted Public Works to notify them of the issue. Please be patient with them at this time.

05/29/2026

Special Press Release

On May 26, 2026, at 1826 hrs the Jeanerette Police Department received a call from residents stating that a female victim was thrown from a moving vehicle in the area of Katherine Street.

Officers responded and located the victim, who was assisted by residents in the area . The victim was able to provide information on the suspects. During the initial investigation it was learned that that the victim was currently pregnant, as the victim was transported to a local hospital for her injuries and evaluation.

Through investigation it was determined that the victim and one of the suspects were involved in a dating relationship. Officers were assisted by several concern citizens in the area. The suspects were identified and charged.

•Brett Michael Phillips (34) Woodcrest Circle, New Iberia, LA 70560 was charged with the following.

~ Domestic Abuse Battery/ Pregnant Victim LA.R.S 14:35.3 K -Felony

~ Second Degree Kidnapping LA.R.S. 14:44.1 -Felony

~ Attempted First Degree Feticide LA.R.S. 14:27.32.6

~ Reckless Operation of A Motor Vehicle LA.R.S. 14:99

~ Driver Must Be Licensed LA.R.S. 32:52

•Chris Adam Phillips (36) Fontelieu Drive, New Iberia, LA 70560 was charged with the following:

~ Principal To Second Degree Kidnapping LA.R.S. 14.24.44.1

~ Principal To Attempted First Degree Feticide LA.R.S. 14:24.27.32.6

~ Principal To Domestic Abuse Battery/ Pregnant Victim LA.R.S. 14:24.35.3 K

~ Failure To Seek Assistance LA.R.S. 14:502

~ Simple Assault LA.R.S. 15:38

Both suspects were located by officers of the Jeanerette Police Department and taken into custody, during the investigation. The suspects were incarcerated at the Juandre Gilliam Law Enforcement Center and later transported to the Iberia Parish Jail.

Chief Moore would like to thank the citizens of Jeanerette that assisted the victim and notified Law Enforcement of the incident. Through community partnerships crimes are solved.

Chief Moore also wants to thank the work and dedication of the Officers of the Jeanerette Police Department and the staff of Chez Hope, Inc.

All Subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a Court of Law.

05/25/2026

On today, the Jeanerette Police Department honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

Their courage, dedication, and selfless service will never be forgotten.

Today, we stand united in gratitude for the freedoms they fought to protect and the lives they gave in defense of our nation.

As we gather with family and friends, let us take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day and remember our fallen heroes.

We remember. We honor. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

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Our main line is down. Please contact us at 337-276-3944 or if an emergency call 911

05/21/2026

🚔 CLICK IT OR TICKET 🚔

The Jeanerette Police Department will be participating in the “Click It or Ticket” campaign from May 19 through June 1 to help keep our community safe.

Chief Terrance Moore Sr along with the Jeanerette Police Department reminds everyone that wearing your seat belt is one of the simplest ways to save your life in a crash. Every trip. Every time. Day or night.

Statistics show that seat belts reduce the risk of fatal injury to front-seat passengers by approximately 45%. Thousands of lives are saved each year because drivers and passengers choose to buckle up. In a two year span, approximately 563 people have lost their lives in a motor vehicle accident while unrestrained.

Unfortunately, many people who lose their lives in crashes were not wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident. In many fatal crashes, unrestrained occupants are ejected from the vehicle, greatly increasing the chance of death or serious injury.

💺 Seat belts:
✔ Save lives
✔ Prevent serious injuries
✔ Keep you secure inside the vehicle
✔ Protect your passengers
✔ Are required by Louisiana law

No text, phone call, or short drive is worth risking your life. Buckle up before you put your vehicle in drive.

05/20/2026

🚨🚨Special Press Release 🚨🚨🚨‼️‼️‼️

On May 19, 2026, at approximately 12:49 p.m., the Jeanerette Police Department received a 911 call reporting that a male subject was standing near the railroad crossing on St. Nicholas Street and firing shots.

A description of the suspect was provided to responding officers. Officers with the Jeanerette Police Department, along with a deputy from the Jeanerette City Marshal’s Office, arrived at the location within approximately two minutes of the call.

Upon arrival, officers encountered the suspect, who was found to be armed with two handguns. The suspect complied with officers’ commands and was taken into custody without further incident.

The suspect was identified as Roderick Johnson, a Black male from St. Nicholas Street in Jeanerette, Louisiana 70544.

Following the investigation and interviews with victims and witnesses, Johnson was charged with the following offenses:

• Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
• Illegal Use of Weapons and Dangerous Instrumentalities
• Disturbing the Peace

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or believes they may have been a victim is encouraged to contact detectives with the Jeanerette Police Department at 337-276-6323 or by email at mailto:[email protected].

Chief Terrance Moore Sr. would like to thank the officers of the Jeanerette Police Department and the deputies of the Jeanerette City Marshal’s Office for their swift response and professionalism in safely apprehending the suspect without incident.

T. Moore Sr.
Chief of Police

05/19/2026

🚨 Public Safety Update – Jeanerette 🚨

The active shooter situation in the area of Pellerin at the railroad tracks and St. Nicholas Street at the railroad tracks has been resolved. The suspect has been taken into custody by the Jeanerette Police Department and the Jeanerette City Marshal’s Office.

At this time, the scene has been secured and the area is considered safe.

If anyone has information related to this incident or was threatened by the suspect, please contact investigators with the Jeanerette Police Department as soon as possible at 337-276-6323 or [email protected]

We appreciate the quick response of all law enforcement agencies involved and thank the public for their cooperation.