Corey James Hunter, 48, Morgan City, LA, was arrested on May 28, 2025, at 12:50 am on the following charges:
Hunter held three SMPSO warrants for the following charges:
Hunter also held an active warrant through the Albuquerque P.D. for murder and tampering with evidence.
In the early morning hours of May 28, 2025, a St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office Patrol Sergeant and his trainee were conducting proactive patrols in the Siracusa area when they observed a man stumbling in the roadway. As the deputies approached in a marked patrol unit, the man fled on foot and fell into a roadside ditch partially filled with water.
Deputies quickly made contact with the individual, who actively resisted and provided false information during the encounter. The subject was later positively identified as Corey Hunter, who was found to have three active warrants through the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office. During the interaction, Hunter was also found to be in possession of crack cocaine.
Due to his intoxicated condition, deputies transported Hunter to a medical facility to be medically cleared prior to booking. While verifying his identity, deputies received confirmation through NCIC that Corey Hunter was also wanted in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for murder.
Following medical clearance, Hunter was transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center for booking. His bond was set at $350,000, and a hold was placed for the out-of-state agency.
“This is a prime example of why we conduct proactive patrols in our parish,” said Sheriff Gary Driskell. “These deputies, actively watching our neighborhoods, spotted an intoxicated man who looked to be a danger to himself, but turned out to be a suspect with a warrant for murder. Their attentiveness and quick action took a dangerous individual off our streets.”
Sheriff Gary Driskell and deputies would like to thank officers with the Morgan City Police Department for their assistance with this arrest.