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OPSO Warns Of Online Purchasing Scam
The recent investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators into merchandise being purchased online using stolen credit card information has led to the discovery of a nationwide scam that has...
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Four Arrested for Vehicle Burglary, Additional Charges Are Pending
An investigation into multiple vehicle burglaries by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators during the month of July that occurred in the Highway 139(Old Bastrop Road), Finks Hideaway Road and Holiday...
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OPSO Deputies Graduate National Command & Staff College
Congratulations to Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Michael McLain and Lt. Todd Walden for their recent graduation from the National Command & Staff College. The graduation exercise was held...
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SCAT Narcotics Investigation Yields Two Arrests
An investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s SCAT Deputies has led to the arrest of two suspects, Carneshia Badger and Johntell Hawkins. Deputies investigating illegal narcotic activity at a...
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OPSO Summer Youth Academy 2nd Session
The second OPSO Youth Summer Academy for ages 10-13 wrapped up with the graduation exercise Friday, July 29th. This is the last in the series of OPSO sponsored summer camps that are held each year....
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Six Arrested In SCAT Investigation
During the investigation of suspected illegal narcotics activity on Redbud Lane in West Monroe, Ouachita Parish SCAT Deputies executed a search warrant at a residence in the 200 block on July 31, 2022....
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Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Sgt. Wayne Heckford Recognized by Ouachita Green
Congratulations to Sgt. Wayne Heckford for his recognition by Ouachita Green at their Awards Luncheon held Thursday, August 4, 2022. Sgt. Heckford was presented the James Poe Award for his efforts and...
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Ladies Self-Defense Class Set for September 2022
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office has scheduled a two session Women’s Self Defense Class that will be held September 6th and 8th, 2022. Classes are free and will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00...
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Sheriff Russell Offers Back To School Safety Tips
With Ouachita Parish Schools scheduled to begin classes soon, Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies want to remind parents and drivers to help keep our kids safe. Back to School Safety Tips Safety tips for...
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OPSO Ladies Handgun Course Set For September
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, September 24th from 8:00 a.m....
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Community Foundation of Acadia Recognizes Deputies Making A Change
On August 9, 2022, the Community Foundation of Acadiana awarded the Deputies Making a Change mentor program $10,000 to further their work in Ouachita Parish. For the past 10 years, DMAC has mentored...
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OPSO Bass Tournament On The Ouachita 2022 Results
Fishing the Ouachita was a little tough Saturday, but that didn’t stop anyone from having a good time. We had a great turnout with 45 teams registered. Congratulations to those that brought in several...
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OPSO Youth Fishing Tournament Date Set
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Youth Fishing Tournament will be held Saturday, September 17, 2022. Fishing will begin at 6:00 a.m. until the time of the weigh-in. This is a free event and the...
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OPSO Supporting Ouachita Council On Aging
Earlier today, Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Marc Mashaw and Deputies had the privilege of serving lunch to seniors attending the Ouachita Council on Aging Membership meeting. We...
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Burglary Investigation Yields Two Arrests
An investigation by Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators of a recent residential burglary on Cherokee Drive in West Monroe has led to the arrest of one adult and a 17 yr. old juvenile. Bennie T....
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OPSO Conceal Carry Class
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office will offer a CCW class on Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. The class will be held in the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office-North Delta Training...
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OPSO Mourns Loss of Retired Captain James Cannon
Ouachita Parish Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies are mourning the loss of Retired Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Captain James Cannon. Captain Cannon passed away August 31, 2022. He began his career...
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Funeral Arrangements for Retired Lieutenant Harry Brown
Funeral Arrangements for Retired Lieutenant Harry Brown Sheriff Jay Russell and Deputies are mourning the loss of Retired Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Harry Brown. Lt. Brown passed away...
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OPSO Donates to Horse Assisted Therapy Services of North LA
Earlier today, Sheriff Jay Russell and Chief Deputy Marc Mashaw presented Leslie Vowles representing HATS (Horse Assisted Therapy Services of North LA) a donation in the amount of $3000.00. The...
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First Responder Appreciation Luncheon
Sheriff Jay Russell and all of the OPSO Deputies want to thank the West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce and all of the sponsors listed on the poster for the First Responder Appreciation...
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