2024
JUNE
| Mon Jun 10 |
Caddo Deputies investigate fatal crashThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a fatal crash that took place on Highway 1 Northbound, between Scarpengo Road and Roy Road Extension. At 5:22 p.m., deputies were called to the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 1. A silver Chevy tru... |
| Thu Jun 6 |
Caddo Deputies investigate collision on Mira Myrtis RoadThe Caddo Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a major traffic accident on Mira Myrtis Road. Sgt. James Norwood from the Caddo Sheriff's Patrol Division reported that at 10:11 a.m., deputies responded to a head-on collision involving an 18-wheeler and a gre... |
| Wed Jun 5 |
Road closure due to fallen treeLA Highway 169 is closed between Highway 1 and Mooringsport Road due to downed power lines caused by a fallen tree. Travelers will need to take Highway 169 North to Gamm Road to Highway 530 to get to Oil City until the tree is removed and the power lines are safely r... |
| Tue Jun 4 |
Caddo Sheriff awards deputies for heroism, lifesaving actsCaddo Sheriff Jay Long presented several deputies with departmental awards today, recognizing them for heroism and lifesaving efforts while on and off duty. Medal of Valor: Deputy Jon-Marco Daughtery and retired Lieutenant James Houston received the departmen... |
| Tue Jun 4 |
Caddo Sheriff announces promotions and recognitionCaddo Sheriff Jay Long recognized several deputies today during a ceremony honoring them for their promotions and years of service. Tiffiney Brown, a 27-year deputy, was promoted to sergeant in Corrections. Brown has administrative and security experience, is P.... |
| Mon Jun 3 |
Delayed traffic due to minor accidentThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office advises everyone to expect delayed traffic on I-49. There will be one lane open for traffic on I-49 South of North Market. The delay is due to an 18-wheeler trailer truck that caught fire southbound on I-49 and is currently stopped ap... |
| Sun Jun 2 |
Caddo Sheriff's deputies arrest carjacking suspectThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred during a high-speed pursuit earlier today. At 3:20 p.m., Caddo Sheriff’s deputies were called to assist the Vivian Police Department in apprehending the driver of a stol... |
2024
MAY
| Fri May 31 |
Caddo Sheriff awards scholarship to North Caddo seniorCaddo Sheriff Jay Long awarded an academic scholarship to Analyce Jeane this morning during a presentation at Government Plaza. Jeane is a graduating senior at North Caddo High School, where she earned a 4.89 grade point average. She will use the $1000 scholarsh... |
| Wed May 29 |
Caddo Sheriff's Office investigates highway shootingCaddo Sheriff's deputies are investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning on LA 3132. Detectives say that around 6:15 a.m. a gold Lexus was traveling eastbound on 3132 near Walker Road when the driver of a white hatchback pulled alongside him and fired in... |
| Sun May 26 |
Caddo Deputies investigate I-49 crashThe Caddo Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a single-vehicle crash in the northbound lane of I-49. Sgt. Christopher Woods from the Caddo Sheriff's Patrol Division reported that around 11 a.m. deputies were called ... |
| Fri May 24 |
Caddo Deputies investigate a fatality crashThe Caddo Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal crash on Louisiana Highway 1 at the Caddo-Bossier Port today. An 18-wheeler turning east onto Ron Bean Boulevard was struck by a Camaro traveling north on Highway 1. The driver of the Camaro... |
| Thu May 23 |
CPSO to conduct Tax Certificate sales June 4The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office online tax sale will be held Tuesday, June 4, for any unpaid 2023 property taxes over $10. Citizens can participate in the sale at www.civicsource.com. "Please check your taxes to verify they are paid,” said ... |
| Tue May 21 |
CPSO to join Click It or Ticket National MobilizationThe Caddo Sheriff's Office will participate in a statewide seat belt enforcement campaign aimed at educating drivers and their passengers about the importance of buckling up. The campaign will run from May 20 to June 2 and is funded by a grant from the Louisiana Highway ... |
| Wed May 15 |
Local agencies to pay tribute to fallen officers during Police WeekCommunities across the country will come together this week during National Police Week to remember law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty and honor those they left behind. A memorial ceremony for local fallen officers will be held at 10 a.m.... |
| Tue May 14 |
Red River RescueThe Caddo and Red River parish sheriff's offices located a missing Keithville woman this morning after forming a combined agency search party, said Sheriff Jay Long. The woman was last seen leaving her residence in Caddo Parish on Monday evening around 5 p.m. Caddo de... |
| Tue May 14 |
Class 56 Graduate from Caddo Sheriff's AcademyThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office held graduation exercises today for Class 56 of the Caddo Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, said Sheriff Jay Long. The ceremony took place at Calvary Baptist Church. A total of 22 cadets successfully graduated from the ac... |
| Mon May 13 |
Caddo Sheriff's Office to graduate class 56Graduation exercises for the 56th basic training class of the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Regional Training Academy will take place at 4 p.m., May 14, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church, 9333 Linwood Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71106 Eleven agencies will be represen... |
| Fri May 10 |
CPSO recovers a body from Wallace LakeThe Caddo Sheriff’s Marine Unit recovered a body from Wallace Lake earlier today, said Sheriff Jay Long. About 10:30 this morning, patrol deputies were dispatched to the 11000 block of Cypress Garden Road to check the welfare of an elde... |
| Wed May 8 |
CPSO deputy involved in major vehicle accident A Caddo Sheriff’s patrol deputy received minor injuries when his department vehicle was hit from behind by another vehicle, said Sheriff Jay Long. Around 4:30 p.m. this afternoon, Deputy Daniel Clayton was stopped at a red light in the 6900 block of W... |
| Tue May 7 |
Shreveport man arrested for pornography involving juveniles A Shreveport man was arrested for being in possession and distributing pornography involving juveniles, said Sheriff Jay Long. Detective Thomas Lites investigated Thomas Garrett, 27, who was identified as the suspect for possession and d... |
| Tue May 7 |
Keithville man arrested for sex crimes involving juvenilesCaddo Sheriff’s detectives have arrested a Keithville man for sexual assault of a juvenile and inappropriate behavior with another, said Sheriff Jay Long. On May 6th, Detective Ray Saunders arrested Calvin Lewis, 60, after allegations against him were reported to th... |
| Sat May 4 |
Local agencies to pay tribute to fallen officers during Police WeekA ceremony honoring fallen law enforcement officers will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 16, at the Police and Firefighters Memorial in Barnwell Gardens, south of the Shreveport Aquarium on Clyde Fant Parkway. The public is invited to attend. The annu... |
2024
APRIL
| Tue Apr 30 |
Applications for Sheriff"s Camp Are Being AcceptedSheriff Jay Long announced today that applications are being accepted for this summer's Caddo Sheriff's Camp. The overnight camp for boys ages 9-12 will be held at Kinsey Scout Reservation June 9-12. It is conducted by the Sheriff's Office ... |
| Wed Apr 24 |
Drug Take Back event planned at Sheriff's Safety TownGather all your unneeded medications for Drug Take Back Day. Caddo Sheriff Jay Long said citizens can dispose of unwanted prescription drugs on Saturday, April 27, at Sheriff's Safety Town. The event is part of the National Drug Take Back Day, hosted twice ... |
| Tue Apr 23 |
Caddo detectives investigate I-20 shootingUpdate: On April 23rd, Gurpreet Singh Judge, 36 out of California, identified as the victim in the I-20 on-ramp Homicide in Greenwood, Louisiana. After further investigation, Caddo Sheriff’s detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Amanvir Singh, 34, out of Mississ... |
| Sat Apr 20 |
Update: CPSO detectives investigate double homicide Caddo patrol deputies were dispatched to a residence in the 3600 block of Back Path Road in Blanchard to conduct a residential check, said Sheriff Jay Long. About 11:30pm last night, a resident saw a male fitting the description of Michael McKnight, 2... |
| Fri Apr 19 |
Update: CPSO detectives investigate double homicide The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate Michael McKnight, who is a person of interest in a double homicide that occurred in Blanchard on April 18. McKnight is believed to be on foot, possibly in the Blanchard Furrh/Back Path area. His 2007 Ho... |
| Fri Apr 19 |
CPSO detectives investigate double homicide Caddo sheriff’s detectives are investigating a double homicide, said Sheriff Jay Long. Caddo patrol deputies conducted a welfare check this morning at a residence in the 5900 block of Attaway Hill Lane. After further investigation, two deceased victims we... |
| Fri Apr 12 |
Sheriff Long swears in eight deputiesSheriff Jay Long swore in eight new deputies to the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office on Thursday, April 11. The new deputies are Elijah Kennon, Adam Hall, Shaquita Bryant, Kevina Maxie, April Maldonado, Reshiya Richardson, Logan Rowell and Ashley Samuel. &nb... |
| Thu Apr 11 |
Updated: Keithville man arrested for first-degree rapeupdate: added Caddo Sheriff's SRT - Caddo Sheriff’s detectives arrested a Keithville man for first-degree rape, said Sheriff Jay Long. On April 10, Peyton Paul Melsha, 30, was arrested on an active warrant from a previous investigation involving inappropri... |
| Wed Apr 10 |
Caddo deputy named 40 & 8 Louisiana Hero of the YearCaddo Sheriff's Deputy Tyler Lummus was honored April 4 as Hero of the Year by the 40 & 8 Voiture Locale 137 in Shreveport, said Sheriff Jay Long. The organization also announced Lummus was chosen by its state organization as the Louisiana Hero of the Year a... |
| Fri Apr 5 |
Calvary student arrested for school threats A student at Calvary Baptist Academy was arrested today for making threats involving school safety, said Sheriff Jay Long. The school’s resource officer, Corporal Derek Owen, was notified of the student’s threats on social media, and an arrest was made. Aft... |
| Thu Apr 4 |
Southwood student arrested for threatsA student at Southwood High School was arrested today for making threats involving school safety, said Caddo Sheriff Jay Long. The arrest came after the school’s resource officer, Corporal Willie Williams, was notified that a student had posted threats on social m... |
2024
MARCH
| Wed Mar 27 |
Caddo Sheriff seeks owner of loose livestockThe Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office is looking for the owner of two goats picked up in the 8100 block of Sundown Drive. The owner will have 10 days to claim the animals before they are sold at auction. For more information, contact Sgt. Gary Bailey at 318-464-7920... |
| Thu Mar 21 |
Caddo deputy receives Purple HeartA Caddo Sheriff’s deputy who was shot and wounded in the line of duty in February was awarded the department’s Purple Heart today during a ceremony at the Sheriff’s Office Re-entry Facility. Sheriff Jay Long presented the award to Cpl. Justin Dunn ... |
| Thu Mar 21 |
Caddo School Board employees arrested for Felony TheftTwo Caddo Parish School Board employees were arrested in separate incidents for illegally receiving school funds, said Caddo Sheriff Jay Long. An internal audit conducted by the School Board found Raquel Fuggins-Mock, the former principal at Werne... |
| Fri Mar 15 |
Shreveport man arrested for second-degree batteryCaddo Sheriff’s detectives arrested a Shreveport man for second-degree battery in north Caddo Parish, said Sheriff Jay Long. On March 14, Detective Jeremy Edward arrested Daniel Gray, 45, for stabbing a man during a physical altercation at a residence in t... |
| Thu Mar 14 |
Greenwood man arrested for cruelty to juvenilesCaddo Sheriff's detectives arrested a Greenwood man for cruelty to a juvenile in south Caddo Parish, said Sheriff Jay Long. On March 6, Detective BreAnna Gerbine investigated a report of abuse at a residence on Scott Drive. The investigation revealed that a juvenile w... |
| Thu Mar 7 |
Shreveport man and juvenile arrested for shootingCaddo Sheriff’s detectives have arrested two people for firing a weapon at an occupied residence in north Caddo Parish, said Sheriff Jay Long. On February 26, sheriff's patrol deputies were called to a mobile home park in the 5800 block of Ol... |
| Thu Mar 7 |
CPSO Cyber Crimes arrests man for child pornographyA Bethany man was arrested for possessing multiple images of child pornography, said Sheriff Jay Long. Steven Turner, 48, was arrested on Thursday, March 7, following an investigation by Sheriff’s Cyber Crimes Detective Jared Marshall. During ... |
| Tue Mar 5 |
Two Caddo deputies promoted to top positions within Sheriff's OfficeCaddo Sheriff Jay Long has promoted two deputies to key positions within his administration. The promotions became effective today. Captain John May was promoted to chief deputy and Captain Sharon Piggs was promoted to assistant chief of administration. May... |
| Fri Mar 1 |
Shreveport man arrested for sex crimes involving juveniles Caddo Sheriff's detectives have arrested a Shreveport man for the sexual assault of a juvenile and improper behavior with another, said Sheriff Jay Long. On February 29, Detective Christopher Ardoin arrested Dustin Metcalf, 30, after ... |
| Fri Mar 1 |
Jay Long sworn in as new Caddo Parish sheriffJay Long was sworn in as Caddo Parish’s 24th sheriff during a ceremony today at Government Plaza. The former chief deputy for the Sheriff’s Office took his oath of office from Louisiana Second Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Craig Marcotte before a group of fami... |
2024
FEBRUARY
| Tue Feb 27 |
Caddo Sheriff offers women's firearms training and personal safety courseCaddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator has announced the first Ladies' firearms and personal safety course for 2024. The course will be held on March 2 at the Caddo Sheriff's Regional Training Academy located at 15639 Hwy. 1 South. Pre-registration is mandatory to attend ... |
| Fri Feb 9 |
Broken water main at Caddo District CourthouseDue to a broken water main and the lack of fire protection at the Caddo Parish District Courthouse located on 501 Texas Street. The courthouse will be shutdown until further notice. |
| Thu Feb 8 |
Caddo Sheriff announces promotions and recognitionCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator held a ceremony at Government Plaza to promote five deputies and recognize several others for outstanding service. Sergeants E.J. Parker and Nickie Mastrodomenico were both promoted to lieutenant. Lieutenant Disha Darby was promoted to captain, ... |
| Tue Feb 6 |
Caddo Sheriff hosts appreciation ceremony for reserve deputiesCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator hosted an event to show his appreciation for the reserve deputies who volunteer their time to police the Caddo Parish community. The Sheriff's Office has around 50 reserve deputies. The reserve unit includes lawyers, doctors, engineers, tech... |
| Fri Feb 2 |
Caddo Sheriff accepting applications for college scholarshipCaddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator 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 ... |
| Fri Feb 2 |
Prator announces early retirement from Caddo Sheriffs OfficeSheriff Steve Prator said he will retire early from the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office to accept a state appointment to the Louisiana Board of Pardons. Prator will be leaving his elected position four months shy of completing his sixth term as Caddo Sheriff. His last... |
2024
JANUARY
| Fri Jan 26 |
Road closure on Ellerbe RoadThe southbound lane of Ellerbe Road from Bentway Circle to Flournoy Lucas is temporarily closed while SWEPCO workers replace a power pole. If you are driving in the area, please take an alternate route such as Leonard Road from LA Highway 1 or Southern Loop from Wallace Lake... |