On July 28, 2025, the Franklin Police Department responded to calls of shots fired in the area of Ninth Street. The following arrest stems from that investigation.
Haven Williams, 18, of Cayce St., Franklin, LA, was arrested on July 31, 2025, at 7:57 AM, on a warrant dated July 29, 2025, for attempted first degree murder, attempted second degree murder – 3 counts, theft of a motor vehicle, aggravated criminal damage to property, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities, and disturbing the peace by violent and tumultuous manner. Williams was additionally arrested on a warrant dated April 16, 2025, for hit and run driving, reckless operation of a vehicle, driver must be licensed, and stop sign violation, and on a warrant for 15th Judicial District Court for failure to appear on the charge of simple battery. Williams was booked, processed, and transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center.
Chief Cedric Handy