Badeaux sent to state prison from local jail

BY JEFF MOORE THE DAILY IBERIAN
Published/Last Modified on Friday, February 1, 2008 2:09 PM CST

A Jeanerette man convicted in a high-speed fatal crash in Lafayette has been transferred to a state prison after a brief stay in the Iberia Parish Jail.

Brad Badeaux, 24, was transferred Monday to Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, Sheriff Sid Hebert said Thursday. Badeaux spent about two weeks in the Iberia Parish Jail after being transferred from Lafayette.

Badeaux was sentenced to a year in prison Jan. 15 in connection with a 2006 crash on Ambassador Caffery Parkway that claimed the life of a Lafayette woman and her 16-year-old daughter.

He was booked into the Lafayette Parish Jail, but later transferred to New Iberia at the request of the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Hebert said Badeaux’s father contacted him last year and requested that he be allowed to serve his time in Iberia Parish. He said the request was intended to make it easier for family members to visit Badeaux in jail.

Hebert said the transfer was not influenced by the employment of Badeaux’s mother, Tina Ardoin, who works as a dispatcher for the sheriff’s office. He said such transfers are commonplace in Iberia Parish and neighboring parishes.

Hebert said Badeaux was transferred to Elayn Hunt Correctional Center at the request of the state Department of Corrections.

Hunt is a maximum security prison that also serves as an intake center for state prisoners.

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Anti-Clause wrote on Mar 6, 2008 4:52 PM:

" Tracyf, that is a good part of the problem, parents afraid to tell their precious young ones "NO" because they don't want them to get mad at them, or want to be considered the "cool" mom/dad. A NISH teacher once told me that we'd be surprised how many parents are afraid of their kids. Then I discovered that one of my friends was going through that with their oldest son. I believe if it ever gets to that point then they need to go to boot camp. There’s two good ones in Alexandria that is Marine based with Christian ethics. "

tracyf wrote on Mar 5, 2008 11:00 PM:

" I have just read this story & these comments & think it is horrible. I want more for & would do anything for my children, but never at the expense of another life. I am 32 & think that todays society is largely at fault. Too many parents not instilling responsibility in their children. To the family of all victims, my prayers are with you. Continue your fight! My children are young & I am afraid for all our lives everytime I get on the road because of irresponible drivers. "

pay more $$$$$$$$$$$$ wrote on Mar 5, 2008 7:19 AM:

" Ya'll are expecting too much from our selfish, idiotic drinking drivers. They are the reason south Louisiana has very high car insurance rates. Thank them the next time you pay your insurance. Remember that fact. Cheers. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 4, 2008 8:10 PM:

" TO: To Nanna, you really are an idiot that is not something I made up it is the opinion of the insurance companies that is why your insurance raates go down when you turn 26. You can't know much about this story or driving if you do not know this fact. My son's insurance rates went down when he turned 26 and before that he had no dui's or speeding tickets. Jerk I would not lose control because I would not be speeding or drinking or drag racing. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 4, 2008 8:05 PM:

" TO: To Espie and Apple, Why don't you identify yourself if you are so knowledgeable??? Scared????

Too much automobile for idiot kids to drive. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 4, 2008 8:03 PM:

" TO: To Espie and Apple, I do not know who you are and really don't care but as far as I know I was the first at the hospital, I was first to speak to the officers, the paramedics and the doctors. Wher were you drinking and driving somewhere or someone involved in the accident??????? Everything I have said is a matter of public record LOOK IT UP! What does being jacked up have to do with anything? Everyone saw what it did to the little white car Judy and Jessie were killed in. "

Mary wrote on Mar 4, 2008 4:17 PM:

" the boy killed 2 persons and only got 1 year!thats a slap in the familys face.If it that would have been 1 of us,we would get life..but like they say if you know someone in the right place you can get away with it.I hope he gets it in prison.but knowing the justice, hes in a cell alone,for his safty...God be with the family..I will keep you'll in my prays. "

to to nanna wrote on Mar 4, 2008 3:12 PM:

" I never said he wasnt drunk at the time of the accident... i said he was not legally drunk at the time he was tested which he was not.... LPD's fault they had him in custody way sooner than 3 hours after the wreck and could have tested him... get your facts straight before you come at me saying i said things i didnt say... "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 3, 2008 7:34 PM:

" TO: Everyone. Brad was a 22 year old man dating an underage girl (Meg). I called and begged him to send her home. He had no sympathy for me or Meg's family. I was told by Brad, that I did not know who he knew at the sheriff's department and that he was going to file harassment charges on me for calling. Two weeks later my baby girl was at death's door. He was taught by his family and parents that he was better than the rest of us therefore he could do anything. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother wrote on Mar 3, 2008 7:28 PM:

" TO: TO Nanna, Where is the justice if Meg received a lifetime sentence and Brad received 10 Years with nine years suspended and only 12 months in jail? ou are a selfish, self-centered individual just like Brad and his family. By your comments I can tell you have never had to care for anyone in your useless life. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 3, 2008 7:24 PM:

" TO: TO Nanna, for the second time I will tell you, "No I do not have a job. I am 60 years old and retired. This fact has nothing at all to do with this discussion. I have thought about your comments carefully and the only thing I can figure out is that you are probably a relative of Brad's. You have a cold heart just like he does. It takes 24/7 to take care of Megan that is why Judy (mother), Sherry (nanny) and me (grandmother) take turns caring for her. This is not justice. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 3, 2008 7:14 PM:

" TO: Anti-Clause, thank you so much for your comments and support. He knew he could get away with it because of everyone who helped him with the first DUI'S. That is why he ran from the scene crying for his daddy. Does that sound like a grown man or a kid? "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 3, 2008 7:10 PM:

" TO: Something I observed, Brad Badeaux after the first DUI should have lost his insurance and his truck not just his license. Those that helped him get away with this, you do realize that you are also guilty of murder and the destruction of Meg's life. May God have mercy on all your souls, parents, family members, law enforcement and the judges. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 3, 2008 7:06 PM:

" TO: something I observed, Most parents will always go that extra mile for their children, but this case is different; I would give my life for my children or grand children but I would never help my family at the expense or life of another person. What everyone seems to forget is that Brad had 2 DUI"S before the accident and two speeding tickets after the accident. This was not an innocent kid who made a first time mistake. I know for a fact his parents helped him with the first two DUI's. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 3, 2008 6:59 PM:

" TO: Thank you espie please go to this site and sign the petition the change the LA dui laws and tell all your friends we would like to get 10000 names. Thank you again for your support. "

To "To Nanna" wrote on Mar 3, 2008 4:45 PM:

" Get your facts straight before you attack an innocent victim. Nanna and the rest of Meg's family are victims. As are the poor families who lost their loved ones.

Now as far as fact and your lack of research capabilities go, there was question about his alcohol testing due to the time it was taken in relation to the time of the accident. You see, he ran away and it took some to get his him into custody. The alcohol test was not given in a timely manner! "

To Nanna wrote on Mar 3, 2008 3:06 PM:

" Saying that a driver is not experienced until they hit 25 is dumb.25 is only a number ... I am under 25 but I would be willing to bet I can maneuver a vehicle better than you can at your age, including regaining control after losing control such as in a hydroplaning situation ... I do think that the driver's education courses should be better & all drivers should be forced to take aggressive driving courses ... Where you learn to regain control after losing control and you get a feel for what these cars and trucks can actually do and actually spend time in harsh situations. "

To Espie and Apple wrote on Mar 3, 2008 2:49 PM:

" First off Espie everyone in here talks about things they have no clue about including granny...... Second to Apple you stated your original statement because you were talking about brad.... His truck was not jacked up with huge tires so your initial statement was pointless and off topic completely "

Espie wrote on Mar 3, 2008 9:49 AM:

" Her nanna takes great care of megan! Dont speak on something you know nothing about!!! "

something I observed wrote on Mar 2, 2008 10:30 PM:

" Some of the same people pointing fingers at this Badeaux fellow are breeding their own version at home. I witnessed a good "Christian" woman flat out lie to the sheriff's warrant man at our apartment complex when he came looking for her son. No sir, she said, haven't seen him for two days. He walked in less than 10 minutes before the man showed up. That's how it starts. I don't know why he was looking for him, but little lies become big lies. Be careful you fingerpointers, you never know what you will do for your child. "

Anti-Clause wrote on Mar 2, 2008 9:38 PM:

" Nanna,(Megan's) grandmother) the previous post was to the one who wrote "To Nanna." With limited wording the direction got messed up. Sorry. And to you other sorry so and sos, This grandmother has every right to complain. And justice was not done. There is no justice in a slap on the wrist(one year of prison)for the death of two and a lifetime of what Meg has to face for the rest of her life. You people creep me out, there's no wonder he thought he could get away with it with attitude’s like that. "

Anti-Clause wrote on Mar 2, 2008 9:13 AM:

" Nanna, (Meg's grandmother) the previous post was to the one who wrote "To Nanna". With limited wording the direction got messed up. Sorry. "

To Nanna wrote on Mar 1, 2008 8:07 PM:

" Do you have a job?? If not, please take time help your injured granddaughter out, and stop your complaint. let justice do the justice It's over.
thank you!!!!!!!!!! "

Anti-Clause wrote on Mar 1, 2008 7:20 PM:

" To Nanna, You've got to be the most selfish person here. And you're lying to yourself if you think S.La. is so strict and that Badeaux was so innocent. You're just happy things didn't go so bad for Badeaux. Many know the truth and one day so will you. He should have gotten no less than 15years. And that's being nice.I feel bad for you because you've got your head in the sand. He had no business doing what he did regardless of what they did or didn't find. He knows the truth and it "will" eat away at him. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Mar 1, 2008 5:39 PM:

" TO: Apple, again, I do not want to ban the fast trucks all I want is to ban kids under 25 from driving them. You are not considered an experienced driver till you are over 25. "

Apple wrote on Mar 1, 2008 2:07 PM:

" I never once said to outlaw trucks...Idiotically LARGE trucks should be taken into consideration by insurance companies - or at least parents should think twice about buying "big tires" for their 17 year old son's birthday. My father has been a sugarcane farmer for over 30 years and never once has he owned a jacked up truck with gigantic tires to do his job. So, that logic is very very flawed. Boats, trailers, anything can be hauled by a normal size truck. The only people I see driving these very large trucks are kids. "

To Nanna wrote on Mar 1, 2008 9:55 AM:

" Louisiana's drinking and driving laws are some of the most strict in the nation.BRAD WAS NOT LEGALLY DRUNK AT THE TIME OF TESTING!!!!how hard is that to understand...stop complaining and READ THAT STATEMENT!!!!Southern La has a drinking society...If you dont like it move to north LA where you cannot buy beer at a grocery store...That wont happen here "home of the walk in coolers at stores" Im sorry to say but you are fighting an uphill battle and you are too old to climb to the top.... GIVE UP and move away if you dont like living here Sorry Gmaw! "

to apple wrote on Mar 1, 2008 9:48 AM:

" Apple said we need to outlaw trucks. which is just dumb.... and a z71 is not an abnormally fast truck it is the same as all other trucks full size v8 trucks... the z71 just makes it 4wd and have a better suspension it has the same engine..... dont speak about things you have no clue about it makes you sounds ignorant! Also if you want to outlaw trucks you need to move somewhere else. Oilfield and sugarcane buisnesses would fail if they couldnt use trucks.... so apple go live in california and buy a hybrid "

NANNA (Meg's Grandmother) wrote on Feb 29, 2008 8:33 PM:

" TO: EVERYONE! PLEASE HELP! Go to this site to sign a petition to change the dui laws in LA. We are trying to get 10,000 names.

Thank you again all for the info, comments and support.
"

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 29, 2008 7:31 AM:

" Mothers Against Drunk Driving offers victims and their families assistance at
www.madd.org/chapter/2200_10738

Valerie Cox, Baton Rouge MADD Chapter, Manager of Victim Services: 225-926-0807

24-hour victim crisis HOTLINE: 1-877-MADD-HELP "

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 29, 2008 7:27 AM:

" The least Brad's family and friends could do is let the grieving victim's families and friends say their peace and have the last words. That would be the sober, Christian response. There's no right to drink and drive. Assign a designated driver or take a taxi if you want to drink. Judge Herman Clause's light jail sentences and his incredibly insensitive remarks to victim's families to "get over it and move on" deserves community action to immediately remove him for committing injustice. Email BillO'Rielly at oreilly@foxnews.com and Gretta VanSusteren at Ontherecord@foxnews.com "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 11:07 PM:

" TO: Christian Attitude or Persecution, I am not trying to persecute Brad al we wanted was justice for Judy, Jessi, and Megan and we received none. "

NANNA(Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 11:03 PM:

" TO: By The Way, Thank you so much for your support and comment. As Meg's grandmother I will do my best to keep Brad Badeaux in jail but if I cannot I will follow him constantly the minute he gets back to town and in no time I will have picture of him driving while intoxicated. Give someone enough rope and he will hang himself. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:59 PM:

" TO: To Apple wrote, A Z71 is a very large and fast truck. What reasin would any young driver want one except for the fact it is large and fast. Are you saying you need a fast and exlarge to move furniture and there is a reason most young drivers are not hired for driving positions, and that is that they are too inexperienced to drive for companies. Give me a break. "

NANNA(Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:56 PM:

" TO: Blah, blah, blah, We people have a life taking care of Megan Theriot for the rest of her life. I know Meg made a mistake getting in the car with Brad but what I don't understand is why he will spend only 12 months in jail and Meg got a life sentence she had no license and didn't know how to drive. We felt she was being too irresponsibleto have a license at the time and now she will never be able to drive. I am60 years old fool. I am retired. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:49 PM:

" TO: Apple, thank you so much for your comment and your support. I don't really want to ban the trucks but just like having to be 21 to drink you should have to be 25 to obtain insurance on these trucks. "

NANNA(Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:45 PM:

" TO: concerned, I can tell you right now that case will be handled quite differently since Brudley worked for the sheriff's department. Also Brudley and Nancy were involved in so many community activities. Everyone knew them and we all miss them. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:41 PM:

" TO: All the supporters of Judy Grof and Jesi Lyons and Megan Theriot could you please go to this site and sign the petition the change the LA DUI laws http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/its-time-to-change-the-louisiana-dui-laws. Thank you again for all of your comments and support. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:36 PM:

" TO: Jess, I never said the trucks should be banned. The insurance companies do not consider you an experienced driver till you are over 25. What I said was, "anyone under 25 years of age should not be allowed to receive insurance on these extra fast, extra large trucks." Which is usually the policy of most insurance companies they make the payments so high young drivers cannot afford them. What happens is parents think their son or daughter should have these extra fast, extra large trucks so they pay the insurance. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:24 PM:

" TO: Christian Attitude or Persecution, I too am a Christian and let me tell you, your ability to forgive changes drastically once you have changed your 17 year old granddaughter's diaper, bathed her and fed her through a tube. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:16 PM:

" TO: Concerned, after you have had your license suspended and you have received two -- not one but two OWIs -- and you get behind the wheel of an automobile that is malicious intent. Brad should have been charged with involuntary manslaughter, "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 10:13 PM:

" TO: Sobriety. you are absolutely right the Lafayette PD screwed up big time. If he had been tested in a timely fashion the charges would be completely different. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 9:38 PM:

" Hi! My name is Theresa and I am Megan's grandmother as you all know. My e-mail address is theresa2451@cox.net. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 9:35 PM:

" TO: Everyone who says he got one year,

The 10 years does not count if you do not have to serve them. Why didn't the judge throw him a party and congratulate him on his 3rd reckless driving. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 9:32 PM:

" TO: Gina and to drinking driver lovers thank you for your support and comments. He deliberately got behind the wheel after a few beers, a suspended, license, and 2 OWI"s. Do you hear people not one but two OWIs. In my book that is intent. If you are truly dazed and do not know what is going on around you you would not be calling for your daddy because you are in trouble again. Brad knew exactly what he had done. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 8:51 PM:

" TO: Aaeeeee! The red-eyed cajun, Thank you again for your comments and your support. Everyone again write to Gov. Bobby Jindal and ask him to help us stop the lobbyists from keeping this state from creating new drinking and driving laws. This is not the first time I have had to deal with drinking and reckless driving. My baby brother was killed years ago in an accident. He was in the truck riding with a drunk driver, hit a tree and burned to death. When do the victims get help from the politicians? "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 8:40 PM:

" TO: Gina, No Gina a harsh sentence would have been if he had to serve the 10 years he was sentenced to, but that won't happen because Clause suspended 9 years. Where does Judy Grof, Jessi Lyons, and Megan get 9 more years as healthy adults? You are right the Lafayette PD did mess up on this incident but what about all the other incidents before this one? Why does he get to have so many chances but the victims don't? "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 8:35 PM:

" TO: MADD is MAD, Thank you for your comment and support, I am asking ever person who supports our family to please write or call your Louisiana legislators in the name of Megan Theriot and ask them how we change the drinking and driving laws in Louisiana. This is one of the few states that still ices down beer in grocery stores "what you think they want it cold for when they get home" if you believe that I have some ocean front property for sale in Arizona.
Thank you all. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 28, 2008 8:29 PM:

" Thank you so much for your support. It means a great deal to me and Meg. The only way I can deal with Herman Claus is to keep telling myself that I know we all have to pay for our sins be it here on earth or at the gates of heaven. I hope he is reincarnated as an accident victim in his new life. I know with every fiber of my being that if Clause had to change his 17 year old daughter's diaper and feed her through a tube he would see things different. "

victim of 3-2 wrote on Feb 28, 2008 4:55 PM:

" I'm a parent of a victim in the March 2nd accident.Judge Herman Clause also tried to give Braxton 1 year each count.Clause knew that Braxton was double the limit,8X'x the legal limit for a minor.Clause knew what he was doing, he's a drunk driver sympathizer.I want Clause on a platter too but this is his last term.What needs to happen is he should loose his retirement pay because he doesn't uphold the law,instead he makes it up as he goes. This judge had no right to tell the families to "Get over it and move on" either. "

MADD is MAD wrote on Feb 28, 2008 2:47 PM:

" MADD will never win in Louisiana.... Our culture is based on drinking.... every event involves it.... I dont undertstand why you are allowed to be under ANY influence of alcohol... it doesnt really make sense to me but it is the law.... call your state legislators if you want it changed... it wont happen but good luck... Oh and one other thing... If your have EVER consumed any alcohol and then drove... even 1 glass of wine 3 hours before you drove you need to stop talking about drinking and driving because you did it too! "

Lynn Deckard wrote on Feb 28, 2008 12:13 PM:

" Ms. Theresa I tried to email you at your cox.net address but it was rejected. Please get in touch with me at raeflash@hotmail.com. Thanks...Lynn D. "

TO Gina wrote on Feb 28, 2008 8:14 AM:

" I may be saying different words if he had taken my sister or mothers life.... i would be saying "how in the world can they let him sit for 4 hours to sober up before he gets bethalized" that would be what i would say..... THIS WAS A LAFAYETTE PD mess up.... I would blame them... I do not think that the connections (none in lafayette that i am aware of) had anything to do with it either... Also with the facts in the case he got a harsh sentence.... Plain and Simple "

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 28, 2008 7:41 AM:

" Two graves and Megan are proof that Brad Badeaux is a reckless killer at .04 alcohol level. Badeaux's deadly drinking limit is two beers, but even this is not enough proof for the drinking enablers who continue to make excuses for him. MADD wanted .04 legal limit in Louisiana, but politicians refused because of pressure from the bar and alcohol lobbies. With .04 legal limit, Badeaux could have been convicted of two vehicular homicides, instead of two negligent homicides. Badeaux will soon be driving again on roads near you, so pray for your loved ones. "

gina wrote on Feb 28, 2008 4:56 AM:

" Straight up he killed two people and injured others by being irresponsible. And remained to drive unsafe after the accident. Call it what you will he still took two lives. You might be talking different words if you had to see your loved ones in a picture are visit them in a cemetery due to the stupidity of someone else. "

To: drinking driver lovers wrote on Feb 28, 2008 1:15 AM:

" Brad was not just in a horrible accident ... He pleaded guilty to being the only cause of the horrible accident. Deliberate negligence is criminal. He deserves more than half a year behind bars for pleading guilty of killing two and injuring a girl forever when he deliberately drank while driving, zig/zag raced 68 mph in 50 mph limit, drove on suspended license. Brad knew after accident what was going on. Lionel said so. Lionel also said this was Brad's second OWI accident Only sick drinking driver lovers are defending killer Brad. "

Everyone who says he got 1 year wrote on Feb 27, 2008 2:49 PM:

" HE GOT 10 YEARS.... Reporters need to learn how to report the news (FACTS) and not spin it to the way they want it YES YOU JEFF MOORE!!!!.... He was sentenced to 10 YEARS not 1..... he will serve one behind bars in a prison and 9 more at home more than likely on house arrest or probation.... if you dont like our legal system go live somewhere else... does he need to be in jail for all 10 years? Is he a hardened criminal? did he mean to hurt these people? NO! "

To Gina and concerned wrote on Feb 27, 2008 2:44 PM:

" He was just ina horrible accident.... ever think mabye he didnt really know what was going on?..... and by law you have to fail the Blood alcohol test to be concidered legally impared which is what matters. i dont care if you are plastered at .02 you are not legally drunk and that is what matters..... i know many people who can function completly normal after 12 beers and some that are drunk after 1.... the difference is the person who drinks 1 and drives is legal and the one with 12 isnt....might not be right but oh well! "

Sobriety test accuracy questioned wrote on Feb 27, 2008 2:43 PM:

" Please note that the accuracy of the sobriety test was questioned. It was not given within a timely manner. IF it had been, who knows. That sobriety test mishap has fishy smell ALL over it!!! "

to concerned wrote on Feb 27, 2008 2:40 PM:

" The difference is that the parents that abused the children HAD FULL KNOWLEDGE of what they were doing... they were not hitting the kid saying "oh i dont mean to give him black eyes" they knew what they were doing.... brad did not have a malitious intent to kill or hurt anyone. it was an accident plain and simple.... "

gina wrote on Feb 27, 2008 12:23 PM:

" to blah blah blah and all other brad supporters. He is wrong and should get more than a year. An accident would have been different. When you are drinking and driving going in and out of traffic and speeding you are asking for something to happen. Then he runs i mean litterally runs from the scene asking for his daddy. There are people around him that he hurt and is dead are dying and all he could do is cry for daddy. Him and his daddy need an *&% whipping from a real man. "

Christian Attitude or Persecution wrote on Feb 27, 2008 11:33 AM:

" My comments were never intended to defend Brad,condon his actions,the actions of the court, the law enforcement or minimize the tremendous amount of pain that these families are enduring. But as a christian I am assured that if I do my part follow the law of God the best I can forgive to be forgiven is the law of God."WHAT YOU DO TO THE LEAST OF YOUR BROTHERS YOU DO ONTO ME" As I see it some of the people are actually trying to implement changes to prevent this from happening again,others are simply hating and persecuting~!God bless all~!! "

JESS wrote on Feb 27, 2008 8:59 AM:

" i agreed with ALMOST everything being said. HE WAS WRONG, and his punishment is just UNFAIR! is someone actually saying those truck should be outlawed??? comon now!? "

Concerned wrote on Feb 27, 2008 6:38 AM:

" For all of you people saying that Brad didn't "FAIL" the sobriety test, you are ignorant to the facts that you don't have to fail to be impaired or even be charged, that is the officer's discretion. As for the insulting sentence, two weeks later two women were given more than 10 years to SERVE for child abuse in Lafayette!! Don't get me wrong, that is terrible but I'm just using it as a comparison. Mike Harson needs to step down also. Wait to see how the case against the man who KILLED the Quibodeauxs is handled !! "

blah blah blah wrote on Feb 27, 2008 4:20 AM:

" Y'all people need to move on and get a life. All y'all do is bash Brad all day. How about y'all get a job you fools? "

To Apple wrote on Feb 26, 2008 2:42 PM:

" He drove an extended cab Z71 pickup truck... it was not lifted or anything..(it wasnt even an HD pickup truck).... are you honestly saying that pickup trucks should be outlawed? ever try to move furnature in an accord? doesnt work well... that might be the most idotic idea i have ever heard.... "lets outlaw pickup trucks" you need help mr apple "

By the way wrote on Feb 26, 2008 1:37 PM:

" Just to let the BradSupporters know, he might as well change his name because he may have pull in the Sheriff's office but the general public in New Iberia and Lafayette will never forget his name. For the rest of his life, he will come across people who knew his victims and the facts. May he be humble in the face of their anger and disapproval of his blatant irresponsibility and special treatment that he received while his victims and victims' families suffer. "

Geez wrote on Feb 26, 2008 1:31 PM:

" For the life of me I can not understand how any of you can support Brad Badeaux and then have the nerve to insult the victims' families. For those of you who are defending a person of his caliber, you should be ashamed and may God be by your side should anything like what happened to these families happen in yours. Remember, hindsight is 20/20. "

Christian Attitude or Persecution? wrote on Feb 26, 2008 12:16 PM:

" Did you know that your life will always go in the direction of your most prominent thoughts? In order to follow Godʼs plan, you have to think Godʼs thoughts for your life, which will encourage and build you up.
by thinking the right thoughts.

True christians would not continue on with this persecution. To be blessed you must forgive no matter how hard it is that's God's law not man's. What will you do obey God and forgive or continue to persecute the choice is yours so are the consequences for not obeying God's commandent ~!!
"

Apple wrote on Feb 26, 2008 11:05 AM:

" Terrible Terrible accident. SO sorry for the families involved.

I completely agree with Theresa - I thoroughly believe that these "Big Trucks" should be outlawed. Not saying the truck caused the accident - but these trucks are obscenely large and block the view for us "normal car-owning folk" - even cross the center line for being larger than necessary. I will never understand a parent's train-of-thought when purchasing this for their under-experienced child. They are killing-machines. I will never understand the purpose of such a large, obtrusive vehicle...
"

Gina wrote on Feb 26, 2008 4:39 AM:

" I have been reading the posts and went to the advertiser to see Megan's recovery process. People keep saying he didn't mean to do it. That still does not change the fact that he killed 2 people. I think brad is a spoiled brat thanks to his paw. Shame on you for thinking that you were helping him by not letting him face his responsibilities. After the wreck to get 2 more speeding tickets. He should NOT be driving. His dad should make his son become a man please. He can't run to daddy forever. "

NANNA (mEG'S GRANDMOTHER) wrote on Feb 26, 2008 2:31 AM:

" Thank you everyone for your comments and support. It means a lot to Megan. It is nice to know that there are more BRADHATERS than BRADLOVERS and that there are still good people out there.

THANKS "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 26, 2008 2:27 AM:

" TO: Sassy,
Brad still has not taken the rap. He was transfered from Lafayette to Iberia Parish Jail so that he could be close to mommy and stepdad. Now he is in St. Gabriel for only three months.But we on our end are working hard to find a way to keep him there. Wish us luck.

Thank you for all the support. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 26, 2008 2:17 AM:

" TO: Insider,
Not only is Brad responsible but so is him mom and stepdad. If Brad had been made to pay the first time he was ticketed for a DUI, Judy Grof, Jessie Lyons and Megan Theriot would be fine today. But; since the have money and political connections this is what happens, a jail in your pocket, and a judge in the courtroom.

Thank you so much for your support. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 26, 2008 2:07 AM:

" TO: Aaeeeee! The Red Eyed Cajun

Thank you so much for your support. It means a lot to Megan when I read them to her. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 26, 2008 2:04 AM:

" TO: Blondie,
Thank you that is what we are trying to say! his friends think 12 months in jail will change this boy's attitude. Why should it when mommy and daddy are going to bail him out each time. Brad received 10 years, 9 years suspended and serve 12 months. Well; Judy, jessie, and Meg received a life sentence.

THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 26, 2008 1:59 AM:

" TO: reply to anon,
Nothing can take place at the Iberia Parish Jail without the OK from Sid Hebert! He is the sheriff. It was not Lafayette it was New Iberia that requested the transfer to Iberia Parish because of his mom and stepdad. Why shouldn't they have to drive two hours to see Brad? I had to drive three hours to see Meg at Touro in New Orleans because I could not afford a hotel room and only her mother was allowed to stay....... "

anonymous wrote on Feb 25, 2008 7:14 PM:

" My comment to re to anon is that I was talking about the two tickets he got for reckless driving after the accident. I was saying that Sid probably helped in fixing those also. This person does not need a driver's license because of all of his carelessness. I was wondering if these tickets were fixed or did he have to go to court for them. Brad needs to grow up. I have younger children who know right from wrong and they don't come running to us when they are trouble. They deal with themselves. "

Reply to bradhaters wrote on Feb 25, 2008 4:18 PM:

" Grandmaw speaks her mind when she needs to shut her mouth.... She let Megan date brad under her watch. She is not at all to blame for this? Come on she had a small part as did Megan for riding with him. the only people who didnt have a choice were the two killed. Megan made bad choices all her life... put some blame on her as well... As for the 2 killed brad is serving a 10 year sentence (9 suspended) but still 10 years. in La there is good time allowed call your congressman if you dontlike it "

reply to anon wrote on Feb 25, 2008 4:13 PM:

" Will you people plese read and see that Sid Hebert had nothing to do with this? THIS WAS DONE IN LAFAYETTE PARISH NOT IBERIA. I do not like Sid anymore than most of Iberia parish but he is not the one who did anything in this besides try to help a family see brad in jail without having to drive 2 hours... Why should the family be punished for brads mistake? "

Insider wrote on Feb 25, 2008 1:26 PM:

" His family gets him out of trouble all the time. A few years ago Brad joined the Navy, he couldn't handle it and ran away from Boot Camp, he called his daddy to pick him up and get him out of trouble once again. This goes to show that he has always been a trouble maker that depends on others to get him off the hook. "

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 24, 2008 7:13 AM:

" Brad's father, Guy Badeaux, told investigator Cpl. Chris Starling that his son was known to have a "heavy foot." In police reports, Badeaux's friends told police they had seen him "drive crazy" before, and Lionel DeRouen told police that "this is not the first accident like this that Badeaux had been involved in." Does anyone know the details about Badeaux's previous drinking and driving accident? Badeaux could soon be out on parole with only four months served in jail, or out of jail with only five months served with good behavior. Shame on District Judge Herman Clause. "

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 24, 2008 7:03 AM:

" Brad Badeaux was ticketed two times for speeding after his February 2006 crash. These were only the times he was actually caught speeding. In April 2007, he was caught going 71 in 55 mph zone. In September 2007, he was caught going 74 in 55 zone. This second ticket was only one month before he pleaded guilty to Judge Clause for killing two innocent people and permanently injuring Megan Theriot, and three months before Judge Clause sentenced him in January 2008. Judge refuses to say if he knew about these two new speeding tickets in 2007. "

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 24, 2008 6:35 AM:

" On day of terrible wreck: when Brad Badeaux chose to drive with suspended driver license, that was on purpose; when he chose to drink and drive, that was on purpose; when he chose to zigzag in traffic at speeds putting Megan and everyone on the road in danger, that was on purpose; when he chose to race to Frozen Sun Daiquiri, that was on purpose. When he got caught speeding two times after the wreck, that was on purpose. When the State let him drive knowing everything about his past record, that was also on purpose. "

Blondie wrote on Feb 23, 2008 1:33 PM:

" Did anyone read the Lafayette paper? This thug has received 2 speeding tickets sice the accident. If the accident did not change his behavior, nothing will. Obviously he has issues, this is unbelievable. "

Sassy wrote on Feb 23, 2008 12:47 PM:

" Well they have articles on this in the Daily Advertiser. Explains all that went on that day. He really got a break after you read all the articles from all the people and the 911 calls.
He should be on his knees thanking the system that gave him a break..Running away what a MAN. Stay and take the rap for driving and killing 2 people. "

anonymous wrote on Feb 23, 2008 11:01 AM:

" If Brad was not out there to kill, why did he get behind the wheel of his truck after consuming beer on that February day? I do not understand why people want to drink and drive. Then to continue with driving recklessly after the accident is absurb. What did the judge do for those two cases of reckless driving? Bet he got them thrown out by Sid because his mom and stepdad work there and they can easily get favors done. I cannot wait for Ackal to take office. Maybe they will be gone. "

re to concerneddriver wrote on Feb 23, 2008 8:40 AM:

" He is in jail.... think before you post moron "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother wrote on Feb 23, 2008 3:43 AM:

" My e-mail has been giving me trouble here is the new address. Donna e-mail me. And anyone else that cares to. "

Excuse Me!!!!! wrote on Feb 22, 2008 11:20 PM:

" Why are all of these Brad supporters getting so upset about Megan's grandmother speaking her mind? Maybe it is called guilt!M aybe he did not do it on purpose but still the same he is and will always be responsible for the loss of life to two innocent people and Megan's Life which will never be the same! Brad supporters why don't you get off of your high horse and go spend a week with Megan and see what she has to go through.You should have been in every surgery or help pick her broken body up off the road. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 22, 2008 8:57 PM:

" TO ANOTHER VOICE: Brad had no regard or respect for his passenger or any other drivers on the road that February day. A caring, considerate person has respect for his passengers and his fellow drivers. Brad is not suffering he had no regard or respect for others before the accident. Do you think just because he is locked up it will change his character!!!!!!!! He had no regard for human life, he ran and hid after the accident, he was drinking and driving and he was hollering like a little boy for his daddy. "

NANNA (Meg's grandmothe) wrote on Feb 22, 2008 8:45 PM:

" TO GRANDMAW: You are right I did say that Brad did not mean to do it, that is what I must tell myself and Meg everyday to get through the day I cannot let Brad take anymore from us than he has already. I can't let hatred and bitterness consume me or my baby girl. Brad is a spoiled, selfish,
arrogrant, irresponsile alcholic and spending 12 months locked up is not going to change him one bit. He, his mom, family, and the Iberia Sherrif's office proved that when they gave him special treatment. "

concerned driver wrote on Feb 22, 2008 5:41 PM:

" I think he should be in jail. he took the lives of two Innocent people! I don't want him driving next to me on the road and decide to be stupid AGAIN like he has done before! Don't endanger others like me! I want to keep my life and not have some idiot take it from me! "

To Grandmaw wrote on Feb 22, 2008 3:34 PM:

" I will quote Megan's Grandmaw from a video clip on the Meagan's Journey page.
"Brad did not mean to do it. It was stupid but he did not mean to do it"
WHy dont you take what you said and put beleive it. He did not mean to hurt anyone it was just a stupid mistake. a very stupid one. He is serving some time and i sure he is more sorry than any of you can imagine. he has to sleep at night thinking about what he did. Leave him alone he is suffering too! "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 21, 2008 11:17 PM:

" To justiceFORbrad: ou need to get your butt up and check the court records. He was speeding, weaving in and out of the lanes of traffic, and as stated under oath drag racing. You need to get your information straight. Where is the justice for Judy, Jessi, and Megan? "

anonymous wrote on Feb 21, 2008 10:00 PM:

" Brad received 10 years but he should be serving all of them for what he did. I hope when he goes to his parole hearing, the committee will take into consideration of all the letters that have been written to keep him in jail for his full year. Also, I hope that they look at he situation and realize that he will not change and revoke the suspended sentence and he will have to serve his full time. He has caused more hurt since the sentencing and the families need to heal. "

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 21, 2008 8:20 PM:

" This was not poor judgement on a single day, but one of many reckless lifestyle choices. Badeaux fled the scene of the wrecks, indicating consciousness of guilt. No one would be dead and injured "but for" his lifestyle choice to drive recklessly without consideration for other people on the road. Badeaux's reckless zigzag driving was no accident. It was a crime which resulted in deaths and that deserved more than one year behind bars. Judge Clause needs to be removed for giving him one year in jail. These wrecks and deaths were not accidents. "

Aaeeeee! The Red-Eyed Cajun wrote on Feb 21, 2008 8:00 PM:

" Brad Badeaux said "I hope you can keep up!" to friend Lionel DeRouen who heard Badeaux spin his tires leaving Buffalo Wild Wings. DeRouen passed him on Amb. Caffery headed to Frozen Sun Daiquiri on Verot School Road. Badeaux was drinking and driving (.04 alcohol level) and recklessly zigzagging through traffic and middle turning lane in his quest for more alcohol. But after he lost control, innocent people got in his way of getting drunker and driving more that night. This was more than a simple case of hurrying resulting in an unintended accident. Continued "

NANNA (Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 21, 2008 7:56 PM:

" Did everyone see the amount of restitution Brad Badeaux has to pay? What a joke!!!!!!!!! That amounnt won't cover even one of her ICU nurses much less the 47 doctors, the countless nurses and the two hospitals and the many rehabs she has had or the numerous doctors and hospitals and rehabs in the future. The laws and politics in this state suck and this goes for sherrif Sid Hebert (I was a loyal supporter), Judge Herman Clause, Brad's mom and the rest of the people who helped give Brad special treatment.PLEASE SEND SOME THIS WAY. "

JENNY wrote on Feb 21, 2008 7:56 PM:

" To everyone posting...
This is a chance for the Victims families to grieve. These families have been through soooo much, with the loss of Loved ones and the near loss of Megan and the families in the other cars involved! I have read every article involved in both New Iberia and Lafayette. There is alot of emotion involved for these families. Let them have their say!There is a thing called Freedom of Speech!!!Speak Theresa... Speak Donna! Do what makes you and your families heal! We are behind you 100% "

another voice wrote on Feb 21, 2008 7:55 PM:

" Brad pleaded guilty and was given his sentence. The judge handed down the sentence. If someone doesn't like the system, by no means it is perfect, then go to school and become a judge. Just because this was a high profile case does not mean that there aren't many more like this one. And yes I am sure Brad is suffering in his own way, as we all do. He has to live with this for the rest of his life. Think of how you would feel. "

NANNA ( Meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 21, 2008 7:50 PM:

" Meg will never be able to drive why should Brad have the privledge of driving????????????? "

NANNA (meg's grandmother) wrote on Feb 21, 2008 7:40 PM:

" I wonder how calm you would be if it was your mother, father,sister,son, daughter were dead (permanently)or one of them would be permanently brain damaged. Yes I would take the license of anyone under thirty or over fifthy if they had already received one DUI and reckless driving. Remember frien this was not Brad's first time with the law concerning his vechiel and driveng. You may think it is over but we still have the supreme cort to petition and the investigation into the special treatment, wrongful doings at the Iberia parish sherrif's dept and Brad's mom. "

Nanna (grandmother) wrote on Feb 21, 2008 7:34 PM:

" bornon the bayou
You are telling me meg's grandmother that I don't know what is going on when I have been there every step of the way. You trying to say a suspended 9 year sentence is the same as serving 9 years. I seriously think you have a brain injury. Megan died came back and now will have a life sentence of pain and frustration. Since you think you are such a good friend I wonder how you would react if Brad were dead or brain damaged for life. Would you think 12
enough???????????? "

boudreaux wrote on Feb 21, 2008 5:37 PM:

" Badeaux has not taken responsability for his actions. A year is nothing compare to what others are going through. "

Becca wrote on Feb 21, 2008 3:54 PM:

" I think that EVERYONE should take a look at the series posted in The Daily Advertiser entitled Megan's Journey. http://www.theadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/frontpage It's a REAL eye-opener. Grab your tissues because you'll need them. Then after you've read the series (and heard the audios / seen the videos) see if you still feel the same way. If you're one of the PATHETIC people defending Brad, you deserve the cold, hard reality to haunt you! And as far as Brad is concerned...I have one word for you Brad... KARMA!!!!! "

bornon the bayou 2 wrote on Feb 21, 2008 11:30 AM:

" HE GOT 10 YEARS.... not 1.... he will have a suspended sentence... stop talking until you know what is going on!!!! "

Grandmaw's should calm down wrote on Feb 21, 2008 11:28 AM:

" GO and spend time with your granddaughter and stop bashing people on here. There are many good drivers at under the age of 30... your statement is ignorant... that would be like me saying drivers over 50 should lose their licenses because their reaction time is slower than most... that is ridiculous and so are you... I am truly sorry for your loss but nothing more can be done to brad.. his trial is over he pled guilty meaning he took responsability for his actions... get on with your lives!! "

Justice was Served wrote on Feb 21, 2008 11:11 AM:

" To all the people who are saying that he deserves more time... He was NOT convicted of being over the Legal limit for alcohol...Racing does not mean speeding... i can race down a street and never go over the speedlimit of that street.. go try it get on the highway and floor it until you hit 65 then slow down and do it again. He got a harsh sentence for the crimes committed. He got 10 years for reckless driving.9 were suspended.if he messes up again he will back to jail for the rest of the term!!! "

Theresa Fouquier wrote on Feb 20, 2008 10:02 PM:

" Donna Albarado lost your e-mail address please e-mail me Theresa, meg's grandmother at theresa4242@cox.net

Also anyone who can help me set up a web site to start a petition to have Judge Herman Claus step down from the bench and a petition to the Attorney General to investigate the special Brad Badeaux received because his mother is employed there.

Thank You to all those who feel this is an injustice and would like to help.

Theresa, Meg's Grandmother "

Theresa Fouquier wrote on Feb 20, 2008 7:06 PM:

" To: Friend of Brad
Dear Friend, Brad was not in a hurry to get somewhere he was drag racing and showing off with his big Z71 saying look at my big red truck and look how fast I can go. Problem he was doing that on a public road with a passenger, Megan, with no regard for anyone else. Where did he take responsibility? He ran from the scene and hid hollering for his daddy. Then served nine months in Iberia Parish jail where mommy could take care of him. Now he serves just three months. "

Theresa Fouquier wrote on Feb 20, 2008 1:28 AM:

" Furthermore, how can you say there has been enough suffering on both sides, are you insane???????? Where has brad suffered? You think spending a few months in jail is suffering he has no idea what suffering is nor does his family because at the end of the day he is healthy and will be able to resume his life of drinking and bad choices and a family who will bail him out of trouble every time. I will speak to Ackal and hopefully he will investigate this matter and fire the mother. Meg's Grandmother "

Theresa Fouquier wrote on Feb 20, 2008 1:06 AM:

" And to conclude WAayne, Brad's uncle. I amc ertain Brad's family new he was immature and irresponsible, yet they allowed him to purchase a very large, very fast killing machine and let him loose on society yet again after his DUI. Brad received special treatment from the sherrif's department because of who and where his mother works. Where is the special treatment for Judy Grof, Jessi Lyons, and Megan Theriot, who suffer unbearably every minute of every day. I hope Brad and his mother both see Megan's little face every minute for the rest of their lives. Grandmother "

Theresa Fouquier wrote on Feb 20, 2008 12:59 AM:

" To finish, Wayne, Brads uncle, these two beautiful vibrant and intelligent 16 and 17 year old young women will not be able to go to college, get married or have children. Wayne you seem like an intelligent person and if you truly want to be honest you know in your heart for the damage and pain he has caused to five families (FIVE) one year is not enough. This young man showed his immaturity by driving drunk the first time and by running away like a scared little boy from the scene. Meg's grandmother "

anonymous wrote on Feb 19, 2008 8:46 PM:

" I just read the series that they are doing about Megan and I can not believe that Brad will be eligible for parole on May 10, 2008. I wish that I knew if there was something the public could do to keep him in jail and serve his whole sentence not concurrently so that he and his family could suffer a little the way the victims families have been and are suffering right now. Brad needs to grow up and take the responsibility and serve his time instead of hiding under the wings of mom, dad & stepdad. "

friend of brad's wrote on Feb 19, 2008 1:38 PM:

" brad was given a sobriety test at the hospital. he passed it. how many of you have been in a hurry to get somewhere and sped and where lucky enough not to get in a wreck? you could be facing the same thing if you ran a red light and killed someone. brad was not out that day to hurt anyone. he had poor judgement. he would take that day back if he could. and he can't have visitors in Hunt. "

Theresa Fouquier (Nanna) wrote on Feb 18, 2008 2:32 AM:

" Now, for the insurance companies. How much common sense does it take to figure out that if you allow any young person under the age of 30 to own and operate these huge and powerful and fast vehicles. I bet if you charged $2000 or $3000 a month to insure these huge powerful vehicles to drivers under 30 maybe; these young people or their parents would think twice about purchasing these vehicles. Meg's Nanna "

Theresa Fouquier (Nanna) wrote on Feb 18, 2008 2:19 AM:

" Now, for the young woman who said "We Need To Get On With Our Lives." I tell you what you and Brad put my granddaughter back together and we will be glad to get on with out lives. Can you do that I wish with all my heart you and he could. She won't be going to college, planning a wedding, or having children. I was always told what goes aroung comes around, and I know Brad might not get what he deserves on this earth but I hope he rots in H E L
for eternity. "

Theresa Fouquier (Nanna) wrote on Feb 18, 2008 2:02 AM:

" Now, for the judge who sentenced Mr. Brad Badeaux, you sir and I use the term loosely should be forced from the bench for stupidity. Why in God"s name would you think one year for this arrogrant, selfish, irresponsible, mutilting, murdering, alcholic man is enough for all his crimes. As sure as I am writing these comments, if this tragic and totally unnecessary tragedy had happened to one of your children I gurantee that the sentence would have been what the law allows 5 years for each homocide and 4 years for negligent
injury. Total 18 yrs. "

Theresa Fouquier wrote on Feb 18, 2008 1:39 AM:

" Now to the idiot who said Brad did nothing wrong! What he did was take a very huge and powerful truck and treat it like a play toy by speeding, weaving in and out of lanes and more than likely drag racing. Who did he think he was, a privileged, spoiled, and very immature man (excuse me; boy)who does not have to respect the safety and lives of his passengers and fellow drivers? People in this state think driving is a right but; people, driving a right it is a priviledge. Meg's'S Nanna "

bad - o wrote on Feb 17, 2008 12:56 PM:

" Too much testosterone - too much impulsivity - too many priviledges and feelings of entitlement. Hope this young Mr. Bad-O stews in this every day of his life. Hopefully he makes everyday an opportunity to serve penance for what he should have thought about BEFORE he took a dare. Even elementary kids know DARES are for DUMMIES! Consequence: Take his car and license - he should never drive again. His dr. lic should read that he's not eligible for alcohol ever again either. Send him to AA, MADD/DADD and all other organizations to work off hours of community time. "

rj wrote on Feb 13, 2008 6:21 AM:

" I once heard an old saying..."Those who cannot hear, can feel." The so called "laws" concerning punishment for drunk driving wil continue to be watered down until a loved one of a lawmaker, or judge, is killed by a drunk driver. Hope it doesn't come to that, but the law won't get tightened up until someone in that position finally "feels" the hurt. Sad, isn't it? "

Boudreaux wrote on Feb 11, 2008 6:02 PM:

" Lets not forget that there was a person that is friends with Brad that said in court, under oath, that Brad and him were racing down Ambassador. So, lets not say that he was driving speed limit when there are court documents to prove otherwise. And there were a few of his friends that said he was drinking that night. Go get the records. Lets not be stupid. "

The Facts wrote on Feb 11, 2008 4:10 PM:

" This is not justice!! This is point blank someone pulled strings for Brad. Why make it easy for the family to see him? He should be being punished right now not given everything on a gold platter. He did wrong and I hope the victims family pushes this even further and higher in the courts because he deserves alot longer than a year. The below is correct this isn't his first time with a "Drunk hit and run" "

So you tell me wrote on Feb 11, 2008 4:06 PM:

" Well you know reading what some people wrote on here just gets my blood flowing. If he did nothing wrong why did he leave the accident. Maybe in my shoes and knowing the family, I know for a FACT that is not his first run in with the law for a hit and run, drunk driving wreck. The other way just out of time. His character he really deserves alot longer than a year. "

a friend of brad's wrote on Feb 11, 2008 7:42 AM:

" brad is not a bad person he was not out there to kill anyone. and for one he wasnt drunk.when he killed those people they did an sobriety test on him and he didnt fail it. so whoever thinks he killed those people because he was drunk well your wrong because he didnt. he never intended on killing anyone. it just happened. all yall need to put yall selves in his shoes because if this would have happened to you then you would be really glad to only get sentenced 1 year. "

DONNA wrote on Feb 4, 2008 8:47 AM:

" As many of you know there have been many accidents of this sort since my sister and niece's death in their accident, including the deaths of the husband and wife from New Iberia. (I'm sorry but their names have slipped my memory). We all need to take this outrage and try and get many of the unfair laws in Louisiana changed. One in particular in our case is getting a mandatory Blood Alcohol test at the site of the accident. So please watch for and support any changes in the laws! "

Donna wrote on Feb 4, 2008 8:45 AM:

" Thanks to all who have expressed outrage at all that has transpired in this matter. Hopefully our family will be able to stop any possibilites of early release. Trust me when I say, in memory of my Sister and Niece's deaths, I will make it my personal mission to make sure that doesn't happen.

JUSTICE FOR JUDY AND JESSICA!!!!! "

justiceFORbrad wrote on Feb 3, 2008 7:01 PM:

" I don't understand how people can just sit here and bash a man when they do not know the facts he was NOT speeding and he was NOT drunk this was a total freak accident...and if no one else knows this...accident do happen "

Tool Man wrote on Feb 2, 2008 9:17 PM:

" And they said the NIPD was corrupt. "

BornOnTheBayou wrote on Feb 2, 2008 11:11 AM:

" One year?! This is the sentence for taking 2 lives because someone did not want to be captured by law enforcement. 2 innocent lives taken and all that this convicted felon gets is one year? "

Concerned Citizen wrote on Feb 2, 2008 8:02 AM:

" Why not make it more convenient for his family to visit him ? Why should they have to drive for an hour to visit him ? He's not a hardened criminal....he only killed two innocent human beings...Sid Hebert never ceases to amaze me with his incompetency. Mr. Badeaux was sentenced to a year, he will serve 3 months at Hunts, then he will be sent to a half-way house in lafayette for 3 months, then released..time served. Sid and Warden Boudreaux will convince the D.O.C. to do this. Injustice, you decide. "

lol wrote on Feb 2, 2008 1:35 AM:

" Hebert said that Badeaux's mothers employment at IPSO was not a factor in him being bought to IPSO jail.If you believe that I got ocean front property to sell you in Arkansas. Someone over there should have had a sense of justice to say 'We might not want to do this". But then we are talking about the IPSO. "

Mind Boggling! wrote on Feb 1, 2008 5:32 PM:

" Why should anyone be afraid of violating
any law? We're supposed to pay our
taxes, follow rules, & do right by
our fellow man. With this sentence of
1 year for killing two people why should
anyone worry about being arrested or the
courts?
Mr. Badeaux's family wants to make it
easier to visit him? What about the family of the lady & daughter, whose family has to visit them in a cemetery?
Hunt's about 90 miles. Maybe
during the drive they can think about
the consequences. "

jess wrote on Feb 1, 2008 2:58 PM:

" that crazy, i'm sure they don't do this kind of things for other familys. its a BIT easier for his father to get in touch with sid im sure! CAN'T WAIT FOR ACKAL! "

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