Wed Jan 29

Caddo Deputy ArrestedA Caddo Parish Sheriff's Deputy, Earl Armstrong Jr., 61, has been arrested for battery against his dating partner.Sheriff Henry Whitehorn Sr. reported that investigators were alerted by Armstrong's girlfriend, who accused him of committing battery against her after s...

Tue Jan 28

CPSO has arrested a student for terrorizingA student at Booker T. Washington High School was arrested following a social media post he made yesterday, according to Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr.The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office received a tip this morning about Thomas M. Ross, a 17-year-old student at Booker T. W...

Wed Jan 22

CPSO is searching for clues regarding a woman's disappearance in 2020The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office is requesting the public's assistance in locating 44-year-old Dorothy "Dottie" Yates-McCathran, according to Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. McCathran was last seen at her home in the 10000 block of Vivian Airport Road on...

Sun Jan 19

Winter Blast is approaching soonSheriff Whitehorn would like to inform the citizens of Caddo Parish that winter weather is expected early this week. He urges residents to check on their elderly neighbors, as cold weather increases the risk of hypothermia, which can be life-threatening. Symptoms of hypother...

Fri Jan 17

Caddo Sheriff accepting applications for college scholarshipCaddo Parish Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. has announced the availability of a $1000 college scholarship for a Caddo Parish graduating high school senior.The scholarship is made available each year through the Louisiana Sheriff's Honorary Membership Program to help defray...

Fri Jan 17

Potential winter storm is approachingA winter storm is expected early next week, and Caddo Parish Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. urges residents to check on elderly neighbors. Cold weather increases the risk of hypothermia, which can be life-threatening. Symptoms include confusion, fatigue, shivering, and numbnes...

Thu Jan 16

Major crash involving a Caddo School bus.At approximately 7:25 AM, a tow truck driver traveling southbound collided with the rear of a school bus that had stopped to pick up a child. Caddo Parish Sheriff’s deputies and Caddo Fire District 1 responded to the scene. The school bus was carrying seven children an...

Wed Jan 15

Barricaded suspect surrendered without incidentOn January 15 at 7:06 AM, the Vivian Police Department noticed a light-colored SUV parked in the northbound lane of the 1000 block of South Pines Road (LA Highway 1). When an officer approached the vehicle, the driver refused to exit. The officer also reported that the indiv...

Mon Jan 13

Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office Launches Explorer Program for YouthThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr., is excited to announce the launch of the Explorer POST Program.A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office and the Norwela Council of Scouting America was...

Mon Jan 13

Caddo Sheriff Announces PromotionsCaddo Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. announced the promotion of 16 employees during a ceremony held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 13, at 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA, in the Council Chamber on the first floor.The following promotions were made:- ***Lieutenants in Patro...

Mon Jan 13

Assistant Police Chief in Oil City, along with a former CPSO deputy, have been arrested On December 23, 2024, CPSO investigators began an investigation involving former Assistant Oil City Police Chief Kelvin Douglas and former Caddo deputy Barbara Allen for the false impersonation of a peace officer.During the investigation, it was discovered that Barbara had b...

Sat Jan 11

Caddo Sheriff's deputies investigate fatalityCaddo Parish Patrol deputies are currently investigating a vehicle crash that resulted in the death of an individual on the morning of January 11, as reported by Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. A crash occurred just before 8:00 a.m. on LA Highway 171 (Mansfield Road) at th...

Fri Jan 10

CPSO Launches Explorer Program for YouthThe Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, under the leadership of Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr., is excited to announce the launch of the Explorer POST Program. This initiative will offer Caddo students an opportunity to explore career pathways in law enforcement and develop e...

Thu Jan 9

CPSO essential offices will remain openSheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. would like to inform the citizens of Caddo Parish that all non-essential personnel with the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office will be off tomorrow due to expected inclement weather. However, essential personnel, including those in the Patrol Divi...

Thu Jan 9

National Law Enforcement Appreciation DayToday, January 9, 2025, we honor the courageous men and women of the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies who dedicate their lives to safeguarding our communities. Your steadfast bravery, resilience, and commitment to justice inspire us to wor...

Thu Jan 9

Sheriff's Office Hosts Situational Awareness WorkshopThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office Community Relations & Crime Prevention Unit invites senior citizens aged 55 and older to an informative Situational Awareness Workshop. The workshop will take place on Saturday, January 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Safety Tow...

Thu Jan 9

CPSO advises everyone to be cautious while on the roadwaysSevere winter weather is approaching, and driving conditions will be affected over the next few days. Please remember to slow down and minimize distractions while driving.

Thu Jan 9

Updated Winter storm warning and advisory forecastThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office wants to provide citizens with an updated forecast regarding the upcoming winter weather. Please stay safe, and if you have an emergency, call 911 or the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office at (318)675-2170.

Wed Jan 8

Caddo officials hold weather planning meetingOfficials in Caddo Parish gathered at the Emergency Operation Center (E.O.C.) in Shreveport this morning to discuss the potential for a winter blast later this week and how it could impact the parish.Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr., who serves as Caddo Parish’s Homel...

Wed Jan 8

Sheriff has canceled the tax payment event***UPDATE***Due to the expected winter weather, Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. is suspending tax payment services until further notice at our two sub-stations this Saturday. We apologize for any inconvenience. Public safety remains Sheriff Whitehorn's top priority._Sheriff...

Tue Jan 7

Winter WeatherWinter weather is here, making it an ideal time to check in on elderly neighbors, according to Caddo Parish Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. During extremely cold weather, elderly individuals are at an increased risk of hypothermia, a potentially life-threatening condition that ...

Tue Jan 7

CPSO deputies investigate fatalitySheriff’s deputies are investigating a single-vehicle rollover that occurred on Highway 169, resulting in the death of the driver. At 11:23, deputies responded to a report of a vehicle overturned on the side of Highway 169 near Pine Orchard. Upon arrival, they discover...

Tue Jan 7

Caddo Sheriffs deputies investigate fatalitySheriff’s deputies are investigating a single-vehicle rollover that occurred on Highway 169, resulting in the death of the driver. At 11:23, deputies responded to a report of a vehicle overturned on the side of Highway 169 near Pine Orchard. Upon arrival, they discover...

Tue Jan 7

Caddo Sheriff urges pet owners to prepare for wintery conditionsIt is a common misconception that dogs and cats are more resistant to cold weather than humans due to their fur; however, this is not true, according to Caddo Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. Pets are still at risk of hypothermia, frostbite, and even death in extreme cold.As unu...

Fri Jan 3

Sheriff Whitehorn opens sub-stations for tax paymentsSheriff Whitehorn understands that unexpected issues can arise, such as tax forms being returned to the Sheriff's Office. He is dedicated to maintaining transparency with the citizens of Caddo Parish regarding the activities of the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office. As p...

Fri Jan 3

Caddo Sheriff's Office swears in 4 deputiesCaddo Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. swore in 4 new deputies for the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office on January 3.The new deputies are as follows:- Lakita Savannah: LPN- Angie Wilhite: Patrol- Eric Brooks: Patrol- Wesley Hales: Corrections The Caddo Parish Sheriff's...