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Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigator Recognized by VFW
Congratulations to Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Senior Investigator James Humphrey for winning the VFW Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. He received the award earlier today during a...
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In Memory Of Corporal J. R. Searcy
Today, we pay tribute to our fallen brother, Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Corporal J. R. Searcy, who lost his life in the line of duty while assisting with an arrest. On March 4, 2010, Cpl. Searcy...
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Ouachita Correctional Center
The Ouachita Correctional Center is important to all of us. It serves as the only correctional center in our parish, providing security and protection for the Citizens of Ouachita Parish. Click the...
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Deputy Kenneth Tramble Recognized by Beyond the Badge
Deputy Kenneth Tramble, a 15 year veteran of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office, has been selected to receive the Beyond the Badge “Heart of Law Enforcement” Award. He received the award earlier...
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The Ouachita Correctional Center Serves All Law Enforcement Agencies in...
The Ouachita Correctional Center is vital for local Law Enforcement Agencies to serve and protect the citizens of Ouachita Parish. Click the link below for a video overview of it’s operation:...
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Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Youth Cadet Academy 2022
Have you ever wondered… What is it like to attend a police academy? • What is it like to be a Law Enforcement Officer? • What are the laws in regard to firearms, arrest, search and seizure? • What is a...
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Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Teen Cadet Academy 2022 Announced
Have you ever wondered… What is it like to attend a police academy? • What is it like to be a Law Enforcement Officer? • What are the laws in regard to firearms, arrest, search and seizure? • What is a...
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OPSO Deputy Kathy Hargrove Retires
Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies hosted a retirement party for Deputy Kathy Hargrove this morning. Deputy Hargrove is retiring after thirty-one years & eight months of service to the residents...
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Rifle Range Schedule Week of May 9th
The public range will be closed beginning Monday, May 9th through Friday, May 13th, 2022 due to scheduled training. Normal hours will resume Saturday, May 14th.
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The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Is Hiring!
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for all employment positions. Prior Patrol experience is required for employment in the Patrol Division. Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s...
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Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Hosts Louisiana Tactical Police Officers...
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office hosted the Louisiana Tactical Police Officers Association Training Conference this week at the Ouachita Parish Rifle range. This is an annual event held by the...
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Two Arrested In Theft Investigation
An investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators has resulted in the arrest of two suspects in connection with the recent theft of two trailers and other items from a business on Old...
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OPSO Deputies Receive Louisiana State Police Lifesaving Award
On March 29, 2021, Ouachita Parish Sheriff Deputies Casey Albritton and Chris Lambert responded to a reported head-on collision on Desiard Road/U. S. Hwy. 80 in Monroe. Deputy Lambert was first on the...
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OPSO Women’s Self Defense Class Set for July 2022
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office has scheduled a two session Women’s Self Defense Class that will be held July 12 and 14, 2022. Classes are free and will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at...
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Women’s Firearms Training Course Scheduled for July 2022
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is offering a Women’s Firearms Training Class at the North Delta Training Academy located at the Ouachita Parish Rifle Range Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 8:00 a.m....
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Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Summer Youth Academy-First Session
The first of two Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Summer Youth Academies is a wrap. The youngsters had a blast and learned a lot. We offer a second session of the Youth Academy in July and still have...
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Five Arrested In Burglary Investigation
The recent investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators and Patrol Deputies into a business burglary on Arkansas Road has led to the arrest of five juveniles. Taken was approximately...
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Cottonland Cluster of Dogs Show Donates to OPSO K-9 Division
Earlier today, representatives of the Cottonland Cluster of Dog Shows 2022 presented Sheriff Jay Russell and the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office a check in the amount of $5000 to help with operational...
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Fireworks Safety
Fireworks can be very dangerous causing serious burn and eye injuries when they are not used with safety in mind. Sheriff Jay Russell would like for you to keep these safety tips in mind when enjoying...
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OPSO Annual Bass Tournament On The Ouachita Set For August 20th
Mark your calendar! The annual Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Bass Tournament on the Ouachita is set for August 20, 2022! Complete details for the tournament are listed in the Registration Form and...
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