Good morning Folks,

Today's forecast includes warm temperatures into the low 90s with heat indices climbing above 100°F, factoring in that good ole Deep South humidity. Areas of scattered showers / storms are expected late morning through early evening hours before diminishing. This activity is expected to quiet down during the middle of the week before another surge of Gulf moisture leads to elevated rain chances coming into this weekend.

Take care,
Cam

⛈️Storm coverage remains elevated today to start the workweek. Scattered to numerous showers/storms are expected today, mainly this afternoon and evening. Isolated flash flooding, frequent lightning, small hail, and gusty winds are possible. When thunder roars, go indoors! ⚡️

𝐒𝐌𝐏𝐒𝐎 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚
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The St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting that occurred on Friday morning July 3, 2026, in the Franklin area.
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At approximately 12:55 am, SMPSO dispatch received a call reporting gunfire on Easy Street in Franklin. Uniformed patrol deputies arrived on the scene and determined that several shots had been fired. A home and a vehicle had been struck, but no injuries were reported.
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SMPSO detectives were immediately deployed to the scene and have assumed the lead on the investigation.
If you have any information that may be of assistance, please contact the SMPSO through the following channels:
• Phone: 337-828-1960
• Online Crime Tip: stmaryso.com/crime-tip
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All information provided can remain confidential. The SMPSO thanks the community for their continued assistance in keeping our parish safe.

Lt. David Spencer
Public Information Officer
St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office