OPSO Accepting Applications for TWP Drivers
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking applicants for drivers for the Transitional Work Program. This is a part-time employment position that requires shift work and working some...
View Article2018 Property Taxes Are Now Available to Pay Online
Property Taxes for 2018 are now available to be paid online. Tax notices are being mailed out this week. Click the Property Taxes tab in the menu box and follow [...]
View ArticleOuachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Ladies Self Defense Course Graduation
Shown are graduates of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Ladies Self Defense Course that was offered during the month of October 2018. The 16 hour course is taught by Deputies [...]
View ArticleSheriff Russell Urges Parents to Check Sex Offender Registry Before Halloween
Did you know according to statistics from the Department of Justice and Watch Systems LLC, an estimated 80% of all addresses have at least one sex offender within one mile? [...]
View ArticleSheriff Jay Russell Offers Tips for a Safe Halloween
With tricks and treats fast approaching, Sheriff Russell would like to make the public aware of some Halloween safety tips to keep kids safe. Top tips to keep your kids [...]
View ArticleTwo Suspects Arrested in SCAT Investigation
An investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s SCAT has led to the arrest of two suspects on narcotics and weapons charges. Deputies executed a search warrant recently at a residence in [...]
View ArticleSuspect Arrested in Burglary Investigation
The investigation into a reported residential burglary on October 25, 2018 in the 100 block of Forest Oaks in Monroe has led to the arrest of a suspect by Ouachita [...]
View Article2018 Property Taxes Can Now Be Paid On Line
Property Taxes for 2018 are now available to be paid online. Tax notices are being mailed out this week. Click the Property Taxes tab in the menu box and follow [...]
View ArticleRifle Range Thanksgiving Schedule
The Ouachita Parish Rifle Range will be closed Thursday, November 22, 2018 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal hours will resume Friday, November 23rd.
View ArticleSCAT Arrests Two on Narcotics Charges
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s SCAT Deputies conducted a traffic stop November 15, 2018 on Highway 594 in Monroe. During the investigation, the occupants of the vehicle were found to be [...]
View ArticleSheriff Russell advises “Keep Safety on Top of your Online Shopping List”
As the countdown to Christmas rapidly approaches, more consumer are turning to the Internet to complete their holiday shopping lists. Last year $24 billion was spent through electronic shopping during...
View ArticleOuachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Santa Claus Patrol
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Department SCAT team has once again begun the annual “Santa Claus Patrol”. This unique patrol involves members of this unit wearing plain clothes and driving unmarked [...]
View ArticleSheriff Russell Offers Shopping Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
Sheriff Jay Russell reminds shoppers that shopping during the holiday season can present unique danger. “Taking a few prevention measures can help keep your holiday season joyous” said Sheriff Russell....
View ArticleOPSO Accepting Applications for Uniform Patrol Deputy
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Uniform Patrol Deputy. This is a full time position. Applicants for the position must have prior law [...]
View ArticleOPSO Accepting Applications for Dispatchers
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Dispatcher in our Communications Section. This is a full time position. P.O.S.T. certification is not...
View ArticleOPSO Schedules Church Security Class for January 2019
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office will be offering a Church Security Class on January 5, 2019. The class will be held at the North Delta Regional Training Academy located at [...]
View ArticleLt. Sharon Murray Selected as Deputy of the Year by West Monroe-West Ouachita...
We wish to congratulate Lt. Sharon Murray for her recognition by the West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce as Deputy of the Year for 2018. Lt. Murray is a 25 [...]
View ArticleOPSO Concealed Carry Weapons Class Set for January 26, 2019
The cost for the course is outlined below and includes lunch. Participants will need to furnish their weapon and 36 rounds of ammunition, along with safety glasses and hearing protection. [...]
View ArticleOuachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Warden Pat Johnson Graduates FBI Academy
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that Ouachita Correctional Center Warden Pat Johnson, an 18 year law enforcement veteran, has graduated from the 274th session of the [...]
View ArticleOPSO Christmas Toy Drive for Needy Children
Due to the generous contributions, the OPSO Christmas Toy Drive was a huge success this year. Deputies were able to give toys to 26 families with a total of 72 [...]
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