Gueydan man cited, accused of harassing his neighbor

A Gueydan man was cited recently, accused by Wildlife and Fisheries agents of harassing his neighbor.

The citation was issued last week in Vermilion Parish, DWF officials say.

Ernest Patin, 71, was cited for harassment by hunter due to an alleged incident with his neighbor.

Patin’s neighbor called LDWF agents a few days before his citation and said Patin fired a shotgun and started an ATV while the complainant was trying to hunt deer.

Agents met with Patin, who allegedly admitted to trying to keep deer away from his neighbor while the man was hunting. Patin allegedly told agents that his neighbor had argued, so he retaliated.

If convicted, Patin faces a fine of up to $350.

Agents involved in this case are Sgt. Justin Sonnier and Lt. David Sanford.