Ragin' Cajun Students Evicted From Spring Break Rental

Authorities called to Florida beach house due to noise complaints and underage drinking

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:21pm

A bold, colorful silkscreen print featuring a repeated image of a red solo cup, conceptually representing the party culture and potential excesses of Spring Break.The vibrant, carefree spirit of Spring Break can sometimes lead to consequences when students fail to respect local laws and rental rules.Lafayette Today

A group of students from the University of Louisiana-Lafayette were evicted from their Spring Break rental in Florida after the property management company called authorities due to noise complaints and underage drinking. The sheriff's department reported that there were over 50 people in the house, which was left trashed, leading to the renters likely losing their deposit and being placed on a 'Do Not Rent To' list.

Why it matters

Spring Break is a time when college students often let loose and party, sometimes taking things too far and disregarding local laws and rental rules. This incident highlights the consequences that can come from overindulging, including eviction, financial penalties, and potential damage to one's reputation that could impact future rentals.

The details

According to the Walton County Sheriff's Department, authorities were called to the beach rental property by the management company overseeing the house due to noise complaints and reports of underage drinking. When deputies arrived, they found over 50 people inside the home, which was left in a state of disrepair. The rental agency then requested that the sheriff's department evict the group of Ragin' Cajun students.

  • The incident occurred during Spring Break 2026.

The players

University of Louisiana-Lafayette

A public research university located in Lafayette, Louisiana, known for its vibrant student culture and party scene, especially during Spring Break.

Walton County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency responsible for responding to the noise and underage drinking complaints at the Spring Break rental property in Florida.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for college students to be mindful of their behavior and respect local laws and rental rules, even while on Spring Break. Overindulging can lead to serious consequences, including eviction, financial penalties, and damage to one's reputation that could impact future travel and housing opportunities.