Three Arrested In Connection With Recent Business Burglaries
Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies responded to a burglar alarm at the Kuntry Korner convenience store in Calhoun at 1:19 a.m. on Jan 5, 2020. As deputies arrived, a suspect [...]
View ArticleDeputies Serve Lunch to Retired Senior Volunteer Program Members
OPS0 Deputies volunteered earlier today to serve lunch to the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) members. RSVP recruits volunteers age 55 and older for service opportunities in our community....
View ArticleBurgers For Badges
Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies wish to thank the staff of the Ouachita Valley Federal Credit Union for hosting their annual Burgers for Badges luncheon. OVCU hosts the event as [...]
View ArticleOPSO Concealed Carry Weapons Class Schedule for 2020
The CCW classes offered by the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office are scheduled as follows: March 28, 2020 June 13, 2020 The cost for the course is outlined below and includes [...]
View ArticleOPSO Receives Donation for Child Trauma Victims
Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Deputies frequently face situations where young children have to cope with a traumatic event. It might involve a car accident, the death or serious injury of a [...]
View ArticleVehicle Burglary Investigation Leads to Arrest
The investigation into recent vehicle burglaries reported on March 2, 2020 in the Rowland Road area of Swartz has led to the arrest of Elliot Kayne Etier of West Monroe. [...]
View ArticleIn Memory of Corporal JR Searcy
Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.
View ArticleMissing Ouachita Parish Juvenile
Missing Ouachita Parish Juvenile Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators are attempting to locate Harley Gowan, age 17 of Sterlington. Harley was last seen at her residence on March 5, 2020. She [...]
View ArticleRecognizing Communication Impairment Program
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office offers a program designed to aid deputies in better communicating with drivers with certain medical conditions during a traffic stop. Medical conditions, such as...
View ArticleArrest Made in Joint Burglary Investigation
A joint investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators, the Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Ruston Police Department into recent vehicle burglaries has led to the arrest of one...
View ArticleOuachita Correctional Center Modifies Visitation Policy
Due to current events, OCC will discontinue all onsite visitation for family and friends – this means if you have to come through the gate you will not be allowed [...]
View ArticleTwo Arrested in Burglary Investigation
An investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators of recent business burglaries on Franklin Drive in West Monroe has led to the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of part [...]
View ArticlePress Release from Sheriff Jay Russell
Minutes ago I participated in a conference call with the Executive Director of the Louisiana Sheriff’s Association concerning issues relating to the COVID-19 virus. Rumors circulating the state...
View ArticleOuachita Parish Rifle Range Temporarily Closed
Effective Monday, March 23, 2020, the Ouachita Parish Rifle Range will be closed to the public. This precaution is being taken in accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation and the continuing [...]
View ArticleOPSO Mourns the Loss of Retired Sergeant Eloy Washer
Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office are mourning the loss of retired Sergeant Eloy Washer. Sgt. Washer passed away March 21, 2020. After serving in [...]
View ArticleMissing Ouachita Parish Juvenile
Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators are attempting to locate a missing Ouachita Parish juvenile. Serenity Hannon, age 15 was last seen at her residence in Swartz on March 25, 2020. She [...]
View ArticleProperty Tax and Traffic Fine Payment
Reminder: If you have traffic fines or property taxes due, you may pay them online by clicking the payment tab in the menu box. Fines and property taxes cannot be [...]
View ArticleBeware of COVID-19 Related Scams
Do your homework and verify sources when it comes to donations. Don’t let anyone rush you into making a donation of cash, gift card, or by wiring money. Often, these [...]
View ArticleIn Memory of Deputy Justin Beard
End Of Watch: April 30, 2017 Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
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