Suspect Apprehended Following Multiple Vehicle Pursuits
Today, officers with the Opelousas Police Department apprehended a suspect involved in multiple vehicle pursuits over the past two days. The suspect, Willie Dominick III, was taken into custody following an extended pursuit through the northwest section of St. Landry Parish involving Opelousas Police Officers and deputies with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Dominick had led officers on a similar pursuit yesterday, which was terminated in the interest of public safety. When officers attempted to stop him again today, he fled, initiating another pursuit that ultimately resulted in his capture. Following his identification, it was determined that Dominick was also wanted in connection with a previous pursuit on November 9, 2025. During that incident, Dominick was stopped for a traffic violation and identified himself using a digital driver’s license. After initially cooperating, he fled the scene, leading officers on a high-speed pursuit exceeding 100 mph on I-49 southbound into Lafayette Parish. That pursuit was also terminated due to public safety concerns.
Dominick will be booked into the St. Landry Parish Jail on the following charges:
November 9, 2025 Incident
1. L.A.R.S. 40:966 – Possession of Schedule I Drugs
2. L.A.R.S. 14:108 – Resisting an Officer
3. L.A.R.S. 14:108.1(C) – Aggravated Flight from an Officer
4. L.A.R.S. 14:99 – Reckless Operation of a Vehicle
January 21, 2026 Incident
1. L.A.R.S. 32:143 – Stop, Standing, or Parking Prohibited
2. L.A.R.S. 14:108.1(C) – Aggravated Flight from an Officer
January 22, 2026 Incident
1. L.A.R.S. 14:108.1(C) – Aggravated Flight from an Officer
2. L.A.R.S. 40:966 – Possession of Schedule I Drugs
3. L.A.R.S. 40:967 – Possession of Schedule II Drugs
4. L.A.R.S. 14:95.1 – Felon in Possession of a Firearm
5. L.A.R.S. 14:95(E) – Illegal Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of a C.D.S.
6. L.A.R.S. 14:37.6 – Aggravated Assault with a Motor Vehicle upon a Peace Officer
Dominick was determined to be on parole at the time of these incidents, having been released from custody in March of 2024. He has prior arrests in both St. Landry and Rapides Parishes.
The Opelousas Police Department would like to thank the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office for its assistance in apprehending Dominick. The department also extends its gratitude to the citizens who provided valuable information as the pursuit unfolded. Today’s arrest is the result of strong teamwork and coordination. Officers are thankful that the incident concluded without serious injury or property damage.
Joe Anderson
Public Information Officer
Opelousas Police Department
