Former Jefferson Parish Council member Chris Roberts was found dead Wednesday."It is with deep sympathy and great sadness that the family of Chris Roberts acknowledges that he passed away this evening after a long battle with depression," Roberts' family said in a statement that was released by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office. "The family asks for your prayers and support during this difficult time. Please respect the families' privacy during this difficult time."Law enforcement officials confirmed the body of the former embattled and indicted councilman, who lived in Harvey, was found Wednesday evening in a wooded area in Belle Chasse near the Jefferson Parish line.According to the Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office, Roberts' death is described as an apparent suicide. Officials said an autopsy will be conducted.Foul play is not suspected.Roberts, 42, resigned from the Jefferson Parish Council in April.He was indicted on 39 counts of wire fraud and tax evasion in May in connection with his business dealings on the Westbank.Additional details were not released.

Former Jefferson Parish Council member Chris Roberts was found dead Wednesday.

"It is with deep sympathy and great sadness that the family of Chris Roberts acknowledges that he passed away this evening after a long battle with depression," Roberts' family said in a statement that was released by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office. "The family asks for your prayers and support during this difficult time. Please respect the families' privacy during this difficult time."


Law enforcement officials confirmed the body of the former embattled and indicted councilman, who lived in Harvey, was found Wednesday evening in a wooded area in Belle Chasse near the Jefferson Parish line.

According to the Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office, Roberts' death is described as an apparent suicide. Officials said an autopsy will be conducted.

Foul play is not suspected.

Roberts, 42, resigned from the Jefferson Parish Council in April.

He was indicted on 39 counts of wire fraud and tax evasion in May in connection with his business dealings on the Westbank.

Additional details were not released.