Two local businesses raise money for D.A.R.E scholarship honoring Lt. Credeur

Two local businesses raise money for D.A.R.E scholarship honoring Lt. Credeur

RAYNE, La. (KLFY) -- As the the Rayne community and Acadiana mourn the loss of Lt. Allen Credeur, two local businesses are coming together to raise money for the D.A.R.E. scholarship in his honor. Daiquiri Divas and Deano's Pizza are selling take-and-bake pizzas and daiquiris as a combo Wednesday afternoon, with 100% of the proceeds going towards this D.A.R.E scholarship, according to Devin Bearb, owner of Daiquiri Divas. "He was absolutely a wo…

'His legacy doesn't end here': Hundreds mourn the death of Rayne police officer at funeral

Hundreds of residents, family members and fellow officers packed the Rayne, Louisiana Civic Center on Monday to mourn the death of Rayne police Lt. Allen "Noochie" Credeur. Credeur, 47, died May 5 after another police officer shot him after responding to a called related to a stabbing.

Family, friends, and co-workers say final goodbyes to Lt. Allen "Noochie" Credeur

RAYNE, La. (NEWS 15) — Lt. Allen "Noochie" Credeur, a Rayne police officer killed in the line of duty by friendly fire, was honored with a heartfelt farewell. Hundreds attended his funeral at the Rayne Civic Center, including law enforcement…

Lt. Credeur remembered for his dedication to youth and community

Lt. Allen "Noochie" Credeur served with the Rayne Police Department for more than 20 years. On Monday, the city laid him to rest. Now, community members are reflecting not just on his loss, but on the life and legacy he left behind.He always gave, he never really wanted to be given anythinghe just gave his all, said Germaine Gauthreaux, a distant cousin of Lt. Credeur. She described the outpouring of support since his passing as overwhelming, in…