2023
AUGUST
| Wed Aug 30 |
Officer-involved shooting/homicide investigationCaddo Parish Sheriff’s detectives are investigating a 911 call of a break-in that led to two fatalities, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Caddo deputies responded to a 911 call at approximately 1:54 a.m. at the 4800 block of Old Mooringsport Road. Upon arrival, a suspect ... |
| Tue Aug 29 |
Keithville woman jailed for stabbing family member Caddo Parish Sheriff’s detectives arrested a Keithville woman for stabbing her grandfather during a domestic dispute, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Carrington Harris, 22, of the 3900 block of Fountainbleu Road in Keithville, was arrested after an invest... |
| Sun Aug 27 |
Arkansas fugitives captured in Caddo Parish Caddo Parish Sheriff’s deputies arrested two men wanted on felony gun charges in Miller County, Arkansas, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Joseph Demarquez D. Dennis, 21, and King James Copeland, 25, both of Shreveport, were captured by sheriff’s deputie... |
| Sun Aug 27 |
Arkansas fugitives captured in Caddo Parish Caddo Parish Sheriff’s deputies arrested two men wanted on felony gun charges in Miller County, Arkansas, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Joseph Demarquez D. Dennis, 21, and King James Copeland, 25, both of Shreveport, were captured by sheriff’s deputie... |
| Fri Aug 25 |
More charges for Shreveport man who is currently jailed for the rape of a juvenileCaddo Parish Sheriff’s detectives added more charges to a Shreveport man who is currently jailed for the rape of a juvenile, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Demarquis Davis, 34, of the 2900 block of Nettie Street, was arrested on June 8 by the Shreveport Police Dep... |
| Fri Aug 25 |
Juvenile Arrest for Causing Disturbance at School FunctionCaddo Parish Sheriff’s detectives arrested a juvenile for causing a disturbance at a football game this past week, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The juvenile was arrested for spraying Mace during a scrimmage football game between Huntington High School and ... |
| Wed Aug 23 |
Sheriff's Office banking account illegally used CPSO detectives arrested a Bossier City woman for making unauthorized electronic transactions from a Caddo Sheriff’s Office banking account, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Aleshia Williams, 35, of the 1200 block of Dot Avenue in Bossier City, was arrest... |
| Wed Aug 16 |
Blanchard woman arrested for aiming laser light at a helicopterA Caddo Parish woman was arrested for pointing a green laser light at an aircraft, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The aircraft turned out to be a police helicopter. April Poitras, 44, of the 7600 block of Hwy. 1, was taken into custody by Caddo Parish Deputy Steven... |
| Wed Aug 16 |
Finance office promotions Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator promoted two employees working in the finance department during a ceremony Tuesday morning at Government Plaza. Diana Crawford was promoted to finance director, and Trixie Barker was promoted to finance manager for the Sheriff's ... |
| Mon Aug 14 |
Hunters Ed CourseThe Caddo Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy will host a hunter safety education field day course for hunters seeking to acquire their state certification, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The course will be held from 5-9 p.m. on Thursday, August 17, at the S... |
| Sat Aug 12 |
Shreveport man jailed after standoff A Shreveport man was jailed after an hours-long standoff with Caddo Sheriff’s deputies, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Jeremy Small, of the 3600 block of Rusty Road, was arrested after holding his girlfriend hostage for hours and refusing to surrender to dep... |
| Fri Aug 11 |
Two separate arrests take fentanyl off the streetsCaddo Sheriff’s Office detectives and members of a multi-agency drug task force arrested a couple for possession with the intent to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl, in Caddo Parish, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Luther Williams, 32, and Germany Simpson, 33, of... |
| Wed Aug 9 |
Thanks for your service Five members of the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s K-9 Unit received special recognition for their investigative work with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), said Sheriff Steve Prator. DEA Resident Agent in Charge Eric Watson presented each member of the K-9 Uni... |
| Wed Aug 9 |
Caddo Sheriff promotes two deputies Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator promoted two deputies in a ceremony this morning at Government Plaza. Sergeants Carlos Walker and Zachery Thomas were promoted to security lieutenants for the Caddo Correctional Center. Walker is a 23-year veteran with the Sheriff&rsquo... |
| Mon Aug 7 |
Caddo student wins DARE Essay AwardA St. Joseph’s Catholic School student has been named the 2023 Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) essay winner by the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Vera John's winning essay was selected from among those writte... |
| Thu Aug 3 |
Caddo deputy named First Responder of the YearA Caddo Sheriff's deputy was recognized for his readiness to assist in a mass casualty incident in Shreveport last month, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. Patrol Deputy John Flash was presented the First Responder of the Year Award from the Caddo Lodge #179 F&... |
| Thu Aug 3 |
15 graduate from Caddo Sheriff's AcademyThe Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office held graduation exercises today for Class 54 of the Caddo Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The ceremony took place at Calvary Baptist Church. A total of 15 cadets successfully grad... |
| Tue Aug 1 |
Caddo Sheriff's Training Academy to graduate 54th Basic Class Graduation exercises for the 54th basic training class of the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy will occur at 4 p.m., Thursday, August 3, at Calvary Baptist Church, 9333 Linwood Avenue. Sheriff Steve Prator will be the guest speaker. This is the first-ev... |
| Tue Aug 1 |
Concealed Carry ClassThe Caddo Sheriff's Office is offering state-required training for anyone 21 and older who would like to obtain a concealed handgun permit, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Citizens can complete most of the state requirements in one stop by attending a class from 8 a.... |
2023
JULY
| Fri Jul 28 |
Update to this morning's shootingCaddo Sheriff’s detectives arrested a 19-year-old woman for unrelated crimes that occurred at the scene of this morning’s homicide on Ridgeway Avenue, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Detectives said Jashayla Baulkman, who was celebrating her birthday, rented ... |
| Fri Jul 28 |
Shooting InvestigationCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator said sheriff’s detectives are investigating an early morning shooting that left a man dead. The shooting happened at 5 a.m. in the 4300 block of Ridgeway Drive in Shreveport. Neighbors reported hearing gunfire, and when deputies resp... |
| Thu Jul 27 |
Sheriff Prator swears in 18 deputiesCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator administered the Oath of Office to 18 newly hired deputies in a ceremony today at Government Plaza. “I am pleased to have such a large group of recruits joining the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office,” She... |
| Thu Jul 20 |
More images found on an arrested man's electronic deviceMore than 10,000 images depicting child sexual abuse have been found on a Shreveport man's electronic device, said Sheriff Steve Prator. On July 14, Robert Randall Reinhart, 58, of the 8100 block of Paula Kay Place in Shreveport, was arrested and charged with 266 coun... |
| Wed Jul 19 |
Massive tree traps woman inside carCaddo deputies helped rescue a woman after a large tree landed on her car during this afternoon’s thunderstorm, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The accident happened just before 2:30 p.m. in the 3500 block of Hwy. 169 near Blanchard Furrh Road. Deputies said high winds f... |
| Mon Jul 17 |
Man jailed for possessing and distributing child pornCaddo Parish Sheriff’s detectives arrested a Shreveport man for possessing and distributing child pornography, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Robert Randall Reinhart, 58, of the 8100 block of Paula Kay Place in Shreveport, was arrested on July 14 for possess... |
| Mon Jul 17 |
Caddo deputies participate in fire rescue trainingThe Caddo Sheriff’s Special Response Team recently participated in specialized training focused on critical incidents involving fire rescue where there are hostages. The “Fire as a Weapon” training was held at the SFD/SPD Training... |
| Sat Jul 15 |
Child dies in boating accidentCaddo Sheriff’s deputies responded to a boating accident that claimed the life of a seven-year-old child, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The accident happened today just before 7 p.m. at a private dock in the 5700 block of Crosslake Point Drive in Shreveport. Deputies s... |
| Fri Jul 14 |
CPSO Patrol RequestThe number of residential break-ins typically increases during the summer months when residents go on vacation and spend more time away from home. Here’s what you can do to protect your property and avoid becoming a victim. Sheriff Prator advises Caddo residents to ... |
| Sun Jul 9 |
Two people killed in a vehicle crash Caddo Parish Patrol deputies are investigating a vehicle crash where two people died earlier today, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The crash happened just before 8:30 this morning on Highway 1 at Northport Boulevard. Deputies report that an SUV traveling northboun... |
| Tue Jul 4 |
Update to this morning's stabbingCaddo Sheriff’s detectives have arrested Gracie Watson, 25, for stabbing her grandmother early this morning. She was charged with one count of Attempted Second-Degree Murder and booked into the Caddo Correctional Center. No bond has been set in this case. Please be ... |
| Tue Jul 4 |
Update to this morning's stabbingCaddo Sheriff’s detectives have arrested Gracie Watson, 25, for the early morning stabbing of her grandmother. She was charged with one count of Attempted Second-Degree Murder. She was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center. No bond has been set in this case. Ple... |
| Tue Jul 4 |
CPSO Investigates the Stabbing Incident of a 77-year-old WomanCaddo patrol deputies detained a 25-year-old Keithville woman for stabbing her 77-year-old grandmother, said Sheriff Steve Prator. At approximately 3:45 a.m., Caddo deputies were notified that an elderly woman walked into Ochsner LSU Health with multiple stab wounds to he... |
| Tue Jul 4 |
CPSO Investigates the Stabbing Incident of a 77-year-old WomanCaddo patrol deputies detained a 25-year-old Keithville woman for stabbing her 77-year-old grandmother, said Sheriff Steve Prator. At approximately 3:45 a.m., Caddo deputies were notified that an elderly woman walked into Ochsner LSU Health with multiple stab wounds to he... |
| Tue Jul 4 |
CPSO Arrests a Granddaughter for Stabbing Her GrandmotherCaddo patrol deputies arrested a 25-year-old Keithville woman for stabbing her 77-year-old grandmother, said Sheriff Steve Prator. At approximately 3:45 a.m., Caddo deputies were notified that an elderly woman walked into Ochsner LSU Health with multiple stab wounds to he... |
| Sun Jul 2 |
Late evening shooting critically wounds an 18-year-old Caddo Sheriff’s detectives are investigating a late evening shooting that left an 18-year-old male critically wounded, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The shooting occurred at 8:20 this evening in the 7900 block of Jefferson Paige Road in Pinchback Park. According to det... |
2023
JUNE
| Fri Jun 30 |
Caddo Sheriff announces plans to retire in 2024; will not seek re-electionCaddo Parish Steve Prator announced today that he will not be seeking re-election in October and instead will retire from law enforcement next year with over 50 years of service. Prator said the decision was made with much prayer and consideration after being diagnosed wi... |
| Tue Jun 27 |
Annual Youth Firearms Safety Education CampThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office held its annual Youth Firearms Safety Education Camp today, with 17 boys and girls attending. The camp took place at the Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy and paired campers on the firing range with deputies certified i... |
| Mon Jun 26 |
Youth Firearm Safety Education CampTomorrow, June 27, the Caddo Sheriff's Regional Training Academy will be hosting a Youth Firearms Safety Education Camp. Children between the ages of 10 and 14 will participate in supervised firearms safety education and .22 rifle target ... |
| Fri Jun 23 |
Latest updates from Caddo leaders on storm response (6-23-23)State, parish, and city leaders met today to discuss the progress of ongoing restoration efforts in Caddo Parish following the storm that occurred in our area on June 15 and 16. During the meeting, the following information was announced: SWEPCO reports 6,050 outages i... |
| Thu Jun 22 |
Local man jailed for possessing sexual images of children and also animals Detectives with the Caddo Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit arrested a Shreveport man today for possessing pornographic images depicting child sexual abuse and also the sexual abuse of animals, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Detective Jared Ma... |
| Thu Jun 22 |
Large-Scale Drug Bust Lands Two Shreveport Men in Jail The Caddo Sheriff’s Narcotics Unit arrested two Shreveport men for selling hundreds of pounds of marijuana, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Agent John Berry initiated an investigation in February into the criminal activities of Kaleb Monroe, ... |
| Thu Jun 22 |
Large-Scale Drug Bust Lands Two Shreveport Men in Jail The Caddo Sheriff’s Narcotics Unit arrested two Shreveport men for selling hundreds of pounds of marijuana, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Agent John Berry initiated an investigation in February into the criminal activities of Kalab Monroe, ... |
| Tue Jun 20 |
Mooringsport Man Arrested for Domestic ViolenceCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator said detectives arrested a Mooringsport man on charges of domestic violence against his spouse. On June 17, Detective Jeremy Edward arrested Richard Pickett, 37, of the 5900 block of Rachal Road, for physically assaulting his wife. Det. Edwar... |
| Sun Jun 18 |
Caddo Parish to offer free ice distribution sitesThe Parish of Caddo has established free ice distribution sites across Caddo Parish, in conjunction with the State of Louisiana and the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office of Homeland Security. Ice will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. Each citizen may re... |
| Sun Jun 18 |
Latest updates from Caddo leaders on storm responseCADDO PARISH, LA - On June 18, State, parish, and city leaders took part in a Unified Command Group meeting today at the Caddo Sheriff’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness where they discussed response to the storms that impacted Caddo Parish o... |
| Sun Jun 18 |
Boil advisory for certain parts of Caddo ParishCaddo Parish authorities continue to gather information during recovery efforts from the storm. Some may have read that all of Caddo Parish is under a boil advisory. That is not the case, but the following water systems in Caddo Parish are under advisory: o Deepwoo... |
| Sat Jun 17 |
Louisiana State, Caddo, and Shreveport leaders discuss updates on storm responseon June 17, State, parish, and city leaders took part in a Unified Command Group meeting at the Caddo Sheriff’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness where they discussed response to the storms that impacted Caddo Parish on June 15 and the early hours ... |
| Sat Jun 17 |
Generator safety tipsThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office of Homeland Security is reminding citizens to practice safety while running generators, as they can be a hazard if not operated correctly. The Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal suggests the following: For homeowners utilizing who... |
| Sat Jun 17 |
Additional cooling stations opened in Caddo ParishUpdate: Due to water disruption in Blanchard, Northwood will no longer serve as a cooling center location for Caddo Parish. All other sites are currently open. Citizens of Blanchard, please reach out to town officials at (318)929-7593 for information about the water di... |
| Fri Jun 16 |
Caddo Parish and Shreveport leaders at the EOC discussing storm responseState, parish, and city leaders took part in a Unified Command Group meeting today at the Caddo Sheriff’s Office of Homeland Security where they discussed response to the storms that impacted Caddo Parish on June 15 and the early hours of June 16. The following info... |