News Summary
Calvinitri White, a Shreveport mother of three, has had neglect charges dismissed after evidence showed she was actively trying to address unsanitary living conditions in her apartment. The charges arose from a police investigation during a domestic dispute that uncovered poor living conditions but no signs of illegal activity or harm to her children. The District Attorney’s decision emphasizes the need to address housing issues and support families in difficult situations.
Shreveport – Charges of neglect against a mother of three, Calvinitri White, have been dismissed after investigations revealed her attempts to address unsanitary living conditions in her apartment. The case emerged following police intervention during a reported domestic dispute involving White and the father of her children.
On the day of the incident, the Shreveport Police Department received a call from White’s brother regarding an argument between the couple. Upon their arrival, officers documented unsanitary conditions inside the home that ultimately led to White’s arrest. Body camera footage from the police captured nearly two hours of exchanges that took place at the apartment and reflected the circumstances surrounding her detention.
In the recorded interactions, officers expressed concern over the presence of bugs in the kitchen and engaged White about her household cleaning habits. Meanwhile, White’s mother informed the authorities that she had previously submitted multiple work orders to the landlord regarding ongoing pest control issues. The video evidence showed police inspecting various rooms in the apartment while White’s children remained with their grandmother.
Following the inspection, the police contacted the Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services to express their concerns regarding the children’s welfare. Subsequently, officials made the decision to place White in a police vehicle based on the conditions observed within her home.
Recent developments in the case indicate that the District Attorney for Caddo Parish, James E. Stewart Sr., has announced the decline of three counts of criminal neglect of family against White. The DA’s office determined that evidence presented revealed White had made requests for pest control from her landlord as recently as 2025.
During the initial police investigation, no illegal substances, firearms, or any injuries were found within the apartment or on the children. This lack of evidence played a significant role in the dismissal of the charges. White’s residence is located in Village Square Apartments, where the conditions of living have come under scrutiny.
The Shreveport community has been engaged in discussions regarding housing conditions, particularly in rental properties. The dismissal of the neglect charges against White shines a light on the necessity of addressing issues related to maintaining proper living conditions for tenants and protecting the welfare of children in such environments.
Efforts for clarification and further information regarding the living conditions at Village Square Apartments have been made, with attempts to reach the property management for comments on the matter. As of now, a response has not been received.
The case highlights the complexities faced by families living in challenging conditions and demonstrates the importance of recognizing the efforts made by individuals to improve their circumstances. As the community continues to navigate these issues, the wellbeing of tenants and their children in similar situations remains a central concern.
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Additional Resources
- KSLA: Body camera footage released in Shreveport child neglect case
- KTAL: Charges denied but Shreveport mother still separated from children
- KTBS: Charges against Shreveport mother dropped in unsanitary home case
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Child Neglect
- Google Search: Shreveport children welfare
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