A Washington Parish Grand Jury has indicted Troy Scott Jordan, 59, of Franklinton, for the 2017 murder of Donna Arceneaux.
The indictment, handed down on Wednesday of this week, formally charges Jordan with one count of Second-Degree Murder. The charge stems from the death of Ms. Arceneaux, which occurred on or about October 23, 2017.
Jordan was previously arrested on December 23, 2025, following a renewed and intensive investigation led by the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office.
“This indictment is a vital step in our pursuit of justice for Donna Arceneaux and her loved ones,” said District Attorney Collin Sims. “It reinforces our message that the passage of time does not diminish our resolve. Our Cold Case Unit, working alongside our law enforcement partners, remains steadfast in seeking the truth and holding offenders accountable, no matter how long the case has remained unsolved.”
The prosecution of Jordan will be led by Chief of Trials Doug Freese and Assistant District Attorney Tiffany Dover.
Sims noted that the successful advancement of this case "was made possible through the diligent investigative work of the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office, under the leadership of Sheriff Jason Smith and investigators Fred Oswald and Jimmy Richard, with additional technical support from the Louisiana State Police and the St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s Office."
District Attorney Sims said he will continue to prioritize the review of regional cold cases, utilizing modern forensic technology and dedicated legal resources to bring closure to families across the 22nd Judicial District.
