NEW IBERIA, La. — New Iberia police said a woman is dead following a crash with tractor pulling a cane trailer. The Iberia Parish Coroner's Office identified her as Dina Bourque, 56, of New Iberia, who News 15 has learned is the principal of Iberia Middle School.
Last Saturday, October 21st, the New Iberia Police responded to a call regarding an incident on the 500 block of Fontelieu Street. Police interviewed the resident and discovered more than 50 cats and kittens housed in deplorable conditions. The police contacted Iberia Parish Rabies Control (IPRC) and asked that they conduct an assessment. Animal control officers visited the home and declared it unfit for the cats to remain there. The house reeked of feces and urine and piles of waste several inches deep covered most of the house. Many of the cats appeared weak, sickly, and ill. Individuals entering the house had to wear respirators.
New Iberia, La. (KADN) The search continues for Javion Batiste as friends, family, and volunteers gather from all parts of New Iberia.
