Desmond Demond Richard was arrested on an outstanding warrant regarding the death of Dr. Joseph Vallian, which occurred at the 400 block of McClelland Street in the Lawtell area on approximately September 16, 2020. This incident has been extensively reported by all media outlets, as well as the indictment by the St. Landry Parish District Attorney’s Office, which was reported on August 23, 2024.
Suspect Arrested In Lawtell Murder Case
