Arrest Report- May 1, 2026

St. Mary Parish Sheriff Gary Driskell advises that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff's Office responded to 40 complaints and reports the following arrests:

Earl Charles, 56, Jeanerette LA, was arrested on April 30, 2026, at 3:23 pm for attempted second-degree murder.

On April 30, 2026, SMPSO detectives were notified by the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office of a reported stabbing incident that occurred at a park located in the Jeanerette area. Detectives responded and began an investigation and developed Charles as the suspect.  The male victim sustained lacerations to the head and neck that were not life-threatening and received treatment for his wounds. A warrant for Earl Charles'  arrest was obtained.

Later, SMPSO deputies made contact with Charles and took him into custody.  He was transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center for booking. Bail has not been set at this time.

Sheriff Gary Driskell and the Investigation Division would like to thank the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office for their communication and cooperation in this case.

 

Eugene J. Leblanc Jr., 50, Thibodaux, LA, was arrested on April 30, 2026, at 9:19 pm for resisting an officer by giving false information, maximum speed limit, and resisting arrest or officer. Leblanc was released on a $5,250 bond.

 

Jesus M. Herrera-Hernandez, 29, McAllen, TX, was arrested on May 1, 2026, at 1:14 am for driver must be licensed and driving while intoxicated. Bail was set at $2,750.

 

Lt. David Spencer

Public Information Officer 

St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office