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Abbeville resident who was fleeing from law enforcement.
According to Sheriff Mike Couvillon of the Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office, at 2:15 in the afternoon, his department received an Order of Protection signed by the Vermilion Parish Coroner on a subject located at an address on West Oak Street in Abbeville.
Due to the information provided on the OPC, the Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team was activated and responded to the area.
Upon arrival, the subject was observed sitting in the driver’s seat of a white in color pickup truck holding an object in his hand. A perimeter was set up and negotiations were attempted.
After approximately 30 minutes, the subject started the vehicle and advanced slightly.
As deputies continued to attempt to make contact, the subject began to inflict injury upon himself using what is believed to be a box blade, cutting himself in the neck area.
Deputies rushed towards the vehicle to render aid, but the subject fled the area in his vehicle. Marked units began following the subject with audible sirens and flashing emergency lights, but to no avail.
Units continued following the vehicle through Kaplan and north on Hwy 13 towards Acadia Parish.
As the vehicle entered Crowley, spike strips were deployed and disabled the driver’s side tires.
The vehicle continued to travel East on Hwy. 90 until it crashed into a ditch near the intersection of Monceaux Road at approximately 6:17 p.m. and the subject was taken into custody at approximately 6:19.
Due to self-inflicted injuries, the subject was transported by Acadian Ambulance to the nearest hospital, Ochsner Acadia Hospital. Due to medical HIPPA laws, the name of the subject is not being released.
Sheriff Couvillon would like to thank the Abbeville Police Department, Kaplan Police Department, Acadia Parish Sheriff Office, Crowley Police Department and Louisiana State Police for their assistance.

The Krewe de la Renaissance Acadienne held its 16th annual ball at seven-thirty in the evening on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Lafayette.
The theme of the ball was “Talk Derby to Me”.
Reigning over the festivities were Krewe de la Renaissance Acadienne’s King XVI, Nathan Granger, and Queen XVI, Hannah Granger.
King Nathan is a lifelong resident and small horse farm owner of Vermilion Parish. He is the son of Steve and Deanna Granger and has two siblings, Eric of Casper, Wyoming, and Monica Granger Calvert of Lafayette, Louisiana. He has been married to Dana Langlinais Granger for 33 years and together they have five children; Mason, 24, Hannah, 22, Regan 16, John Eric 11, and Ross, forever 19. Nathan is a 1986 graduate of Erath High School and a 1990 and 1997 graduate of the University of Louisiana. He is a member of the Louisiana Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Breeders Associations and a member of the American Quarter Horse Association. Nathan is also a newly elected board member of the Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association. Nathan is a president and founding partner in Energy Management Company. He has been involved in the oil and gas industry for 33 years. His hobbies include horse breeding, horse raising and horse racing.
Queen Hannah Claire Granger is the daughter of Nathan and Dana Granger. She graduated from Erath High School in 2019 where she was involved in Student Council, various athletics, and was the 2018 EHS Homecoming Queen. She attended UL Lafayette where she obtained a degree in Elementary Education. During her college years, she became a distinguished member of Kappa Delta Sorority and served on Council and various boards. She also volunteered for the LIFE program, where she mentored UL students with special needs. After graduating this past May, she became employed with the Lafayette Parish School System where she works as a fourth grade teacher at Broadmoor Elementary. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
King Nathan & Queen Hannah wore handmade train and mantels. The central piece of the trains included the G & G Farms logo. The theme, “Talk Derby to Me” was displayed across the top of each train. The crown and fleur de lis appliques were repurposed from the trains of King and Queen Vermilion VI, Stephan Langlinais and Bethany Langlinais Harris, father-in-law and sister-in-law of King Nathan, grandfather and godmother of Queen Hannah. They were created by the late Juliette Langlinais and were included in her memory. The trains were bordered by vibrant red roses, symbolizing the Run for the Roses, as the Kentucky Derby is known to horse racing fans.
Presenting the night’s program was emcee, Gerald Broussard. Ball attendees were treated to a fun evening of entertainment as the Royal Court performed skits based around the Kentucky Derby theme.
The opening scene invited the crowd to “Get Down and Derby” and have a great time. Guests were enlightened about the rich history and traditions of the Derby, and the opening act featured the 2024 court at the auction bidding throughout the crowd.
The emcee talked about the Kentucky Bourbon and distilleries and how people like to indulge while visiting the Derby. The Kentucky Buffalo Trace Bar skit featured Britlyn Duplantis, Alex Granger, Michelle Caldwell, Sonya Couvillion, Cory Duplantis, and David Touchet performing to “Whiskey for my Men, Beer for my Horses” and the “Devil Went Down to Georgia”.
The Derby theme continued on as the Krewe’s Horse Trainers prepared the horses for the race. Performing to “White Horse” and “Dark Horse” were Mikel Toups, Jon Stevens, Ellen Hebert, Pierre Hebert, Shawnee Hebert, Angelle Broussard, Kyle Collins, Mike Touchet, Kristin Vincent, and Claire Broussard.
The crowd was then introduced to the Derby Jockeys who performed an entertaining skit for the crowd. The Krewe Jockeys included King Nathan Granger, Steven Caldwell, Eric Toups, John Eric Granger, and Al Mendoza.
Hat shopping is a necessary part of the fun of the Kentucky Derby for men and women alike. The Krewe’s Hat Shoppers wowed the crowd with their performance to Shania’s “Man! I feel like a Woman” and “Whose Bed Have your Boots Been Under”. Hat shoppers included Queen Hannah Granger, and court members Regan Granger, Skye Collins, Theresa Touchet, Amelie Caillouet, and Camille Floyd.
In true Derby fashion, the evening’s guests watched “celebrities” walk the red carpet as they arrived at the Derby. Court Members participating in the Celebrity Siting skit included Laurie Hulin, Michelle Hargroder, Matt Hebert, and Roslyn White, along with several local “celebrities” who were in the crowd including past Krewe de la Renaissance Acadienne Kings and Queens and local elected officials.
As the race was beginning, people began placing their bets on their favorite horse in hopes of winning. Court Members who placed bets included Allison Domingues, Dewey Domingues, Danielle Calvert, Dana Granger, Rebecca Bares, Stephen Bares, Monica Calvert, Keith Calvert, Regina Caillouet, and Will Caillouet.
The finale of the evening took place as the jockeys lined up for the race and the announcer exclaimed, “And they’re off”. The crowd went wild as John Eric crossed the finish line first. Krewe de la Renaissance King and Queen entered the ballroom to present the Derby winner with his garland of roses. The 2024 King & Queen took their place as King & Queen XVI of Krewe de la Renaissance Acadienne. Carrying out the transition of power was last year’s King & Queen, Matt Hebert and Michelle Hargroder. After the 2024 King & Queen were officially presented, members of the Royal Court, the Krewe’s Board, the Krewe’s past Kings & Queens, and all guests joined in for a toast. All royalty paraded through the ballroom to “All I do is Win” and threw beads and trinkets to the attending guests. Concluding the evening was live entertainment by Three Thirty Seven and the attendees had a great time getting Down and Derby.

May 28, 1969 - January 23, 2024

Abbeville — Funeral service for Tuyet Thi Pham, 54, will be held Saturday January 27, 2024, at 11 a.m. in the Abbeville VN Hall.
Visitation will be held Thursday and Friday from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. until just prior to services. Burial will follow at St. Paul Catholic Cemetery.
Tuyet was a native of Vung Tau Vietnam and a resident of Abbeville. She will be loved and missed by all who knew her.
Tuyet is survived by her mother Ran Thi Nugyen; her siblings Diana Pham and spouse Johnny Nguyen, Tuyen Pham, Le Pham and spouse Ana Pham, Jean Claude Pham, Nhung Pham, Leroy Pham and spouse Amy Do, and Nhieu Pham. She is also survived by her fourteen nieces, nephews and great nieces.
She was preceded in death by her father Loan Pham.
You may sign the guest register book and express condolences online at www.davidfuneralhome.org
David Funeral Home 2600 Charity St. 337 893-3777 is in charge of arrangements.

North Vermilion High Dreams competed at the American All Star State Championship held this past Sunday at the Cajun Dome.
This competition was the first of three they are attending this season. This Sunday, Jan. 22, the Dreams head back to the Cajun Dome to compete at the UDA Louisiana Regional Competition. Coaches, Vangie Davidson and Shamayne Istre are very pleased with their team’s standing this past weekend and plan to use the feedback from State and Regionals as preparation for their upcoming UDA National competition in 2 weeks.
Placement at American All Star included: GAME DAY: 1st Place Division I, 1st Place Overall Divisions State Champions, Technique Award. HIP HOP: 1st Place Division I, 1st Place Overall Divisions State Champions, Technique Award, Choreography Award. JAZZ: 1 Place Division I and 2nd Place Overall Divisions .