UPDATE: Man Jailed for "Stolen" Legal Gun

Published on March 3, 2026
Duration: 4:37

This video details the arrest of Maddox Livingston for alleged possession of a stolen firearm, which was later proven to be legally purchased. The incident highlights potential issues within the New Roads Police Department, including the use of patent numbers instead of serial numbers for firearm checks and a lack of bodycam usage. Livingston has since filed a lawsuit against the department.

Quick Summary

Maddox Livingston was arrested for a 'stolen' legal gun after police mistakenly ran its patent number instead of the serial number. He was released when his legal ownership was proven, and has since filed a lawsuit against the New Roads PD for false arrest and misconduct.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Maddox Livingston Arrest in New Roads
  2. 00:37DA Refuses Charges After 20 Hours
  3. 00:52WAFB Report and New Roads PD Issues
  4. 01:08Broader Investigation and Corruption
  5. 01:32Livingston Files Lawsuit Against Department
  6. 01:51Details of the Police Stop
  7. 02:15Patent Number Used Instead of Serial
  8. 02:37Lawsuit Claims, No Bodycams
  9. 04:00Felony Arrest on Record

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Maddox Livingston arrested?

Maddox Livingston was initially stopped for minor equipment violations (burnt-out headlight, no license plate light). During the stop, officers arrested him for possession of a stolen firearm, which was later proven to be legally owned.

How did police incorrectly identify the firearm as stolen?

According to the lawsuit and reports, the New Roads police officers ran the patent number of the firearm instead of its serial number through law enforcement databases, leading to the erroneous conclusion that it was stolen.

What are the main claims in Maddox Livingston's lawsuit against the New Roads PD?

The lawsuit alleges false arrest, false imprisonment, lack of probable cause, and failure by the New Roads PD to properly train and supervise officers regarding stolen firearms and probable cause. It also notes officers were not wearing bodycams.

What issues were uncovered within the New Roads Police Department?

The incident brought to light potential issues including improper firearm identification procedures, lack of bodycam usage, and allegations of abuse of authority and excessive force by specific officers, alongside broader corruption concerns.

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