Devon Lucie, the 48-year-old chief meteorologist for New Orleans NBC affiliate WDSU, was arrested on October 5, 2025, in Marrero, Louisiana, on charges of domestic abuse battery with child endangerment and resisting an officer by refusing to identify himself, stemming from an alleged physical altercation with his longtime girlfriend, Patty Dinh. The incident unfolded after an argument at a music festival in Gretna, where Lucie and Dinh, a New Orleans-based pastry chef and owner of Éclair Délicieux bakery, parted ways; Dinh was driven home by her mother, but Lucie allegedly pried open the door upon returning, escalating the dispute into violence while her two young children slept on the living room sofa nearby. Dinh reported fighting back in self-defense, sustaining cuts, scratches on her upper body, and welts on her forehead and face; Lucie’s mugshot revealed scratches on his face, indicating a struggle.

Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a 1:22 a.m. disturbance call, finding both parties injured; Lucie refused to provide his name, date of birth, or comply with requests to dress, even ignoring orders to clean dried blood from his injuries before medical clearance and booking at the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center. The domestic abuse charge, a felony under Louisiana’s Gwen’s Law due to child endangerment, carries potential prison time, as the children—under 13—were present during the assault. Resisting arrest adds a misdemeanor count for withholding identification. WDSU immediately placed Lucie on leave, stating, “We are aware of the reports and are cooperating with authorities,” while confirming his recent promotion to chief meteorologist in August 2025 after Margaret Orr’s retirement following 45 years.

Lucie, a New Orleans native with family roots tracing to the Alsace region of France, joined WDSU in 2021 after stints in Washington D.C., Denver, Kansas City, and other markets, specializing in severe weather forecasting. A University of Oklahoma graduate and father of two, he celebrated his promotion on Instagram, expressing excitement about returning to his family’s Crescent City origins. His public persona—exploring local cuisine, drumming, and storm coverage—contrasts sharply with the allegations, drawing shock from viewers who praised his professionalism.

Dinh and Lucie had shared glimpses of their four-year relationship on social media, posting family photos that portrayed a blended household, though details remain private amid the investigation. No prior incidents are documented, but the case underscores domestic violence’s hidden toll, with advocates like the National Domestic Violence Hotline emphasizing support for victims. As Lucie awaits court proceedings, the station’s cooperation signals potential fallout, a reminder that even public figures face private demons.