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On Saturday, March 22, 29-year-old Kashman Donshell Coleman of Mt. Hermon, was arrested and charged with Driving while intoxicated-with child endangerment, Speeding 11-20 over limit, Following too close with or without accident, illegal tinted windshield/side windows, four counts of Child restraint Violation-1st offense, no motor vehicle insurance, insurance-no proof in vehicle, possession of stolen things between $5000 and $25000 (felony), license-unlawful use of, and license plates switched. Coleman was released on a $30,000 bond the next day, March 23.

On March 22, at approximately 10:00 AM, WPSO deputies initiated a traffic stop on Highway 10 after observing an erratic driver. During the stop, deputies became aware of five juveniles in the vehicle, none of which were restrained, including two infants. The impaired driver was arrested, and deputies brought the children back to the Sheriff’s Office until a family member could be located to take custody.

Upon seeing the hungry children, trustees of the Washington Parish Jail jumped into action and cooked a special meal for them while they waited. Eventually, the uncooperative suspect advised that her mother lived and worked in Mt. Hermon, and after making DCFS aware of the situation, all five children were turned over to their Grandmother in good spirits and well-fed.

If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol or drug addiction, or dealing with the many challenges associated with parenthood, there are resources in Washington Parish that can help you find a positive way forward. Talk to a family member, visit your local church, or reach out to the Sheriff’s Office for help. As a community, we must extend grace and a helping hand to those who are most in need, so that we may all prosper together.

Please visit the Louisana Department of Children and Family Services website for a complete list of community and state resources.