OPSO Arrests Suspect in Vehicle Burglary Investigation
During the early morning hours of February 7th, 2017, an OPSO patrol deputy observed a subject on foot in the parking lot of Town & Country Apartments acting in a [...]
View ArticleSuspects Arrested in Juvenile Sex Trafficking Investigation
Investigators with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit, along with the Monroe Police Department, the FBI New Orleans Division Violent Crimes Against Children Task Force and Safe...
View ArticleOuachita Parish Sheriff’s S.C.A.T. Arrests Suspect in Drug Investigation
On February 16, 2017, members of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Special Crimes Apprehension Team (SCAT) conducted a narcotics investigation in southwest Ouachita Parish. The investigation resulted in...
View ArticleOPSO Concealed Carry Class Dates & Range Events
OPSO Range Announces Concealed Carry Class Schedule and Other Range Events for 2017 The dates for CCW classes, sponsored by the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit, are listed [...]
View Article2017 CoilChem-OPSO Annual Top Gun Match Scheduled for April 22nd
CoilChem-OPSO Annual Top Gun Steel Plate Challenge The CoilChem-OPSO Annual Top Gun Steel Plate Challenge is set for April 22, 2017 at the Ouachita Parish Rifle Range. Registration begins at [...]
View ArticleOuachita Parish Sheriff’s SVU Investigation Leads to Arrest
An investigation by the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Special Victims Unit has led to the issuance of warrants and the arrest of Christian J. Amos, age 25 of Monroe. Amos is [...]
View ArticleOPSO Arrests Two Suspects in Burglary Investigation
The investigation into a West Monroe business burglary has led to the arrest of two suspects on simple burglary charges. Ouachita Sheriff’s Investigators have arrested Robert M. Eubanks, age 33 [...]
View ArticleIn Memory of Cpl. J. R. Searcy
Matthew 5:9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”
View ArticleOPSO Announces 2017 Schedule for the Youth Cadet Academy for Ages 10-13
Ouachita Sheriff’s Office Youth Cadet Academies 2017 Have you ever wondered… What is it like to attend a police academy? What is it like to be a Law Enforcement Officer? [...]
View ArticleDate Announced for OPSO 2017 Teen Cadet Academy for ages 14-18
Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Teen Cadet Academy 2017 Have you ever wondered… What is it like to attend a police academy? What is it like to be a Law Enforcement Officer? [...]
View ArticleOPSO CSI: Forensic Workshop for ages 14-18 Set for June 15th-16th
Ouachita Sheriff’s Office CSI: Forensic Workshop 2017 This two-day camp is designed for youth 14-18 years old who want hands-on experience with a crime scene investigation. Students will have the [...]
View ArticleOPSO Capt. Michael Judd Selected as the Recipient of the April KTVE-KARD &...
Capt. Michael Judd is the April recipient of the KTVE-KARD & Hixson Ford First Responder Award. Television viewers are asked to submit a story to KTVE-KARD of their experience where [...]
View ArticleWishing Your Blessings on this Easter Sunday
May you feel the joyful blessings God has to offer you during this Easter Holiday. Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office.
View ArticleSheriff Jay Russell Reminds Drivers of the Dangers of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving has become a major factor in the cause of automobile crashes on our nation’s highways. In 2015, over 3,400 people were killed and 397,000 were injured in crashes [...]
View ArticleOPSO Arrests Suspect in ATV & Equipment Theft Investigation
The investigation by OPSO Investigators of recent ATV and other equipment thefts in Ouachita Parish has led to the arrest of a Ouachita Parish resident. Kevin Ray Ramsey, age 27 [...]
View ArticleOPSO Range Announces 2017 Concealed Carry Class Schedule-Upcoming Events
The dates for CCW classes, sponsored by the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit, are listed below. Classes are from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required. To register [...]
View ArticleSheriff Jay Russell Warns Residents of Phone Scams
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office, along with other law enforcement agencies in our region, has received reports from residents recently involving various phone scams. The caller may represent...
View ArticleOPSO Announces Schedule for CCW Classes June-December 2017
The remaining 2017 dates for Concealed Carry Weapon classes, sponsored by the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit, are listed below. Classes are from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m....
View ArticleBurglary Investigation Leads to Arrest of 16 yr. old Juvenile
The investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators of a recent burglary where fishing tackle was stolen has led to the arrest of a 16 yr. old juvenile on the charge [...]
View ArticleOuachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Mourns the Loss of Deputy Killed in the Line...
Funeral Services for Deputy Justin L. Beard Funeral Services for Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Deputy Justin L. Beard will be held Thursday, May 4, 2017. The service will begin at 11:00 [...]
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