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Investigation into Polk County mother’s suspicious death leads to man’s arrest
By Christian Terry at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 11, 2026
· 2 min read
An investigation into the suspicious death of a Polk County mother in May has led to a man’s arrest.Cody Allen Laviolette, 36, is charged with aggravated assault and unlawful restraint. He was arrested on Friday. Laviolette’s mother, Patty Laviolette, was also arrested on a charge of manufacture ...
Key takeaway Cody Allen Laviolette, 36, is charged with aggravated assault and unlawful restraint.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The arrest of Cody Allen Laviolette in connection with the suspicious death of Kelly Taylor Mariah Little has sent shockwaves through the small communities surrounding Piney Point Village . As the investigation unfolds, residents are left to wonder about the potential reach of Laviolette's alleged activities and the influence his family may have wielded in the Onalaska area. The fact that several women have come forward to report their interactions with Laviolette, and that others may be hesitant to do so due to perceived protection, raises concerns about the safety and well-being of local residents, particularly women. The Polk County Sheriff's Office's plea for witnesses and victims to come forward suggests that there may be more to this case than initially meets the eye, and that the community's cooperation will be crucial in advancing the investigation and bringing justice to Little's family, including her three children.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? An investigation into the suspicious death of a Polk County mother in May has led to a man’s arrest.Cody Allen Laviolette, 36, is charged with aggravated assault and unlawful restraint. He was arrested on Friday. Laviolette’s mother, Patty Laviolette, was also arrested on a charge of manufacture ...
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