Thu May 3

Caddo Parish Sheriff announces summer camps for kidsSheriff Steve Prator announced today that applications are being accepted for four summer camps for kids offered by the Caddo Sheriff's Office.Caddo Sheriff's Camp, an overnight camp for boys ages 10-13, will be held at Garland Scout Ranch June 10-13 in conjunction with the ...

Wed May 2

Woman arrested for making false reportsA Mooringsport woman was arrested on two counts of criminal mischief for filing false reports about the family of her daughter’s fiance’.Lottie Coffman, 63, was issued two summons by Caddo sheriff’s deputies after she made separate reports claiming that her grandchildr...

Wed May 2

Company owner arrested second time for stealing from customersThe owner of a local pharmaceutical distribution company who was arrested two years ago for stealing from her customers has been arrested a second time, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator.Janice Lawrence, 62, of the 9000 block of Belmore Court, was booked into the Caddo Correct...

Wed May 2

Caddo Sheriff's Office seeks owner of stray hogA hog that has regularly visited a southeast Shreveport neighborhood is now in the custody of the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office.Deputies are trying to locate its owner after it was picked up in the Hidden Trace subdivision near Norris Ferry and Pueblo roads on April 27.Res...

Mon Apr 30

Girl killed in four-wheeler accidentA 10-year-old Rodessa girl died this past weekend following a four-wheeler crash in north Caddo Parish, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator.The crash occurred Saturday evening on private property in the 18000 block of Atlanta-Mira Road in Ida. Allison Paige Simmons died after be...

Wed Apr 25

CPSO arrests man for rape of youthCaddo Sheriff’s detectives arrested a Bossier City man for the 2005 aggravated rape of a younggirl.Troy Roundtree, 23, was indicted by a Caddo Parish Grand Jury on April 20. Detectives located Roundtree at his Haughton residence on Monday where he was arrested and booked i...

Wed Apr 25

Man arrested for holding three at gunpointCaddo Sheriff’s detectives arrested a Shreveport man for breaking into a residence in north Caddo Parish and holding three people at gunpoint, said Sheriff Steve Prator.James Matthew Spearman, 28, of the 400 block of Sand Valley, was booked into the Caddo Correctional Cent...

Wed Apr 25

CPSO giving away donkeysThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office has six donkeys to give away to good homes.The donkeys were either released by their previous owners or found at various locations throughout the parish.Since they have not been claimed, they are being offered free to the public. For more informa...

Mon Apr 23

Crime Victims’ Rights Week to be recognized in Caddo ParishA ceremony to honor crime victims and our nation’s progress in advancing the rights of victims will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 24, at the Frost Rose Garden of Centenary College, 2911 Centenary Blvd.Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator will present a proclamation declaring it ...

Fri Apr 20

Suspect arrested for illegally using grandmother’s debit card Caddo sheriff’s detectives arrested a Benton man on Tuesday for using his grandmother’s debit card to make a series of unauthorized purchases, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Jonathan Raines, 39, was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center for unauthorized use of an access c...

Fri Apr 20

Caddo teacher arrested for simple batteryA teacher at Green Oaks High School was arrested today for simple battery of a student, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Alvin Wallace, 48, of Shreveport, was booked into Caddo Correctional Center following an investigation by Det. Jackie Winston. Wallace’s bond was set at $1,500...

Fri Apr 20

Local schools celebrate DARE graduationsCaddo Parish fifth-graders at seven local schools will celebrate their successful completion of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program with graduation ceremonies starting on Tuesday, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Caddo deputies have spent the past 17 weeks teachi...

Fri Apr 20

Man arrested for aggravated rapeCaddo sheriff’s detectives arrested a Keithville man in connection with the aggravated rape of a juvenile in 2005, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Donald Ray Leone Jr., 40, of the 8900 block of Sebastian Road, was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center on Tuesday following an...

Wed Apr 18

Caddo Sheriff commissioned for Angola Rodeo commemorative posterThe Shreveport Regional Arts Council will host a reception to unveil the 2012 Angola Prison Rodeo commemorative poster commissioned from Sheriff Steve Prator. The event will be from 5-7 p.m., Thursday, April 19, at artspace, 710 Texas Street. It is open to the public, and th...

Tue Apr 17

Two CPSO deputies laudedTwo Caddo Sheriff’s deputies received recognition recently for outstanding service to law enforcement and the community.Jonathan Kennedy, a five-year deputy assigned to Investigations, received the local Outstanding Law Officer Award from the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post...

Tue Apr 17

Caddo SO responds to major accidentCaddo sheriff’s deputies were called to a major accident that sent one woman to the hospital this afternoon.The 51-year-old woman was eastbound on I-20 west of the Hwy. 80 overpass when her vehicle left the road, crossed the median, and hit an asphalt crossover. The vehicl...

Mon Apr 16

14 to graduate tomorrow from Caddo Sheriff's Regional Training AcademyGraduation exercises for the 31st basic training class of the Caddo Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy will take place at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, in the banquet room at Summer Grove Baptist Church.Graduates will take the oath of office, receive their badges, and partici...

Mon Apr 16

Caddo SO seeks info about missing manThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locatingDavid Lee Clark of Shreveport.Clark was last seen by relatives at his house on Feb. 5. He resides in the Pinehill Road area and likes to travel and sometimes uses the Greyhound Bus Line to travel out o...

Fri Apr 13

Vivian shooter arrestedThe man wanted in connection with a shooting at a Vivian apartment complex on Tuesday was arrested overnight in Shreveport, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Jamario Cortez Norman, 20, of Shreveport, was arrested by Shreveport Police for a traffic violation in the 4000 block of Cros...

Fri Apr 13

Local business makes donation to the Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Task ForceA local business is teaming up with the Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Task Force to help fight drug crimes, said Sheriff Steve Prator.SPF Depot of Bossier City recently donated safety gear for agents when investigating methamphetamine labs. The donation included two full face m...

Wed Apr 11

Caddo SO to host Red River Law Enforcement DayRecreational boaters can meet deputies with the Caddo Sheriff’sMarine Unit and get valuable safety information during Red River Law Enforcement Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday, April 14.The event will be held at the Sheriff’s Marine Substation on Red River, locat...

Tue Apr 10

Caddo SO investigates Vivian shootingA Bossier City man is in the hospital today after being shot multiple times during an altercation at a Vivian apartment.Caleb Rhodes, 19, was shot at least two times in the leg and once in the abdomen. He is being treated for non-life threatening injuries at LSUHSC.Deputies ...

Tue Apr 3

Driver arrested in school bus accidentThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Kevin James Hall who is wanted on a felony bench warrant in a recent theft case.Deputies also believe Hall could have information in an unrelated case involving the theft of copper wiring from Northwo...

Mon Apr 2

Caddo sheriff’s employees to be recognized for serviceA number of Caddo Sheriff’s deputies will be recognized for their years of service with the department during a ceremony at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 3, at the Caddo Correctional Center Re-entry Facility.Those being recognized as senior deputies with five years of service ...

Mon Apr 2

Caddo Sheriff’s Office investigates copper theft from area high schoolThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of copper wiring that affected the air conditioning system at Northwood HS, said Sheriff Steve Prator.The theft was discovered around 9 a.m. today by a custodian who was responding to reports that several of the classro...

Wed Mar 28

CSO deputies make arrest in shootingA man wanted for a shooting on Post Oak Place earlier this month was arrested by Caddo deputies on Tuesday, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Lloyd Carr, 50, of the 6700 block of North Lakeshore, was arrested on a warrant for aggravated battery. Bond on the warrant was set at $250,0...

Fri Mar 23

Caddo Sheriff's Office to sell unclaimed animalsDonkeys, horses, and sheep will go up for public sale next week after their owners either released them to the Caddo Sheriff's Office or failed to claim their loose livestock.The Sheriff's Office will accept sealed bids on the animals from 8 a.m. until noon Wednesday, March ...

Fri Mar 23

Co-defendant in Luttrell homicide arrested in San AntonioCaddo Parish District Attorney Charles Scott and Caddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator announced that a Caddo Parish Grand Jury returned a secret indictment against Linda Kate Passaniti for second-degree murder, conspiracy to commit second degree-murder, and three counts of forg...

Tue Mar 20

Teacher arrested for simple batteryA teacher at the Academic Recovery School in Shreveport was arrested by Caddo deputies today for simple battery of a student, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Alvin Orlando Williams, 53, of Mansfield, was arrested on a warrant obtained by Sheriff’s Detective Jackie Winston and bo...

Thu Mar 15

Teen Consequences program scheduledThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office and Judge Scott Crichton will present “Don’t Let This Be You,” a program for teens illustrating the serious legal consequences of criminal behavior.The program, designed for those ages 13 and up as well as their parents, will be held on Tue...

Tue Mar 13

Woman wanted for bar room beating *Update* Dorice Bass turned herself in to Caddo sheriff’s deputies this morning Caddo sheriff’s deputies are asking for the public’s help to find Dorice Clair Bass, who is wanted for aggravated second-degree battery.Caddo Deputy L.C. Cope Jr. obtained a warrant for Bas...

Fri Mar 9

Caddo SO and deputy honored for efforts to prevent drunk drivingThe Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office and Cpl. Rick Porter were among those honored on Tuesday for their efforts to remove thousands of drunk driving suspects from state roads during 2011.The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission presented recognition awards to them and other st...

Wed Mar 7

Ex-receptionist arrested for theftA former receptionist at the Highland Clinic was arrested Monday for stealing cash received from patients, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Laura Ferrell, 29, of the 2500 block of Pinehurst Blvd., was arrested on a warrant obtained by Sheriff’s Detective Bobby Herring. She was bo...

Mon Mar 5

CSO investigating pedestrian fatalityCaddo sheriff’s deputies are still investigating a pedestrian fatality that occurred Sunday night in south Caddo Parish, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Deputies say the victim is believed to be an 18-year-old Shreveport woman. Next of kin are still being notified so her name ha...

Thu Mar 1

CSO seeks persons wanted for theftThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a Shreveport couple wanted for theft. Detectives have obtained arrest warrants for David Yates, 41, and Lisa Ann Martin, 37, both of the 9400 Block of Crow Road. Yates and Martin are wanted for ste...

Wed Feb 29

CSO arrests man for breaking into storage unitsCaddo sheriff’s detectives arrested a man for breaking into 23 storage units, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Sean Patrick Sharp, 24, of Blue Spring, Mo., is being held at Caddo Correctional Center on 23 counts of simple burglary and one count of unauthorized entry of a business...

Wed Feb 29

Caddo Sheriff to offer Spring Break “CSI Camp”Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator announced that the Caddo Sheriff’s Office will host a Crime Scene Investigations Camp for 11 and 12 year olds during Spring Break.The class will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 28-30 at Sheriff's Safety Town at 8910 Jewella Avenue.Participant...

Tue Feb 28

Couple arrested for causing injury to a 9 month old babyCaddo deputies arrested two people on Monday for causing injury to a 9-month-old baby girl, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator.Joseph Ouzts, 20, and Ashley Behan Bailey, 20, both of 8310 Dixie Blanchard Road, were booked into the Caddo Correctional Center following an investiga...

Fri Feb 24

Man arrested for aggravated kidnappingCaddo deputies arrested a Rodessa man on two counts of aggravated kidnapping following an incident this morning in north Caddo Parish, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Irvin Peterson, 22, arranged through Facebook and text messages to meet the victim to loan her money. The victim a...

Wed Feb 22

Suspect arrested for home invasionCaddo sheriff’s deputies arrested a man Tuesday night for a home invasion in north Shreveport, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Deputies said the suspect, 18-year-old Antonio Williams, and two juveniles went to 2623 North Pine to confront Shermaine Moses. When they arrived at the...

Wed Feb 22

Caddo Sheriff to offer training for concealed handgun permitThe Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is offering state-required training for anyone wanting 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 at the Sheriff’s Regional Traini...

Fri Feb 17

TEEN CONSEQUENCES PROGRAM SCHEDULEDThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office and Judge Scott Crichton will present “Don’t Let This Be You,” a program for teens illustrating the serious legal consequences of criminal behavior.The program, designed for those ages 13 and up as well as their parents, will be held on Tue...

Fri Feb 17

Caddo Courthouse schedule announcedThe Caddo Parish Courthouse will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20, for President’s Day. There will also be no court on Tuesday, Feb. 21, so access to the building will be limited to the Texas Street entrance. Caddo Sheriff’s departments within the courthouse will be open for...

Thu Feb 16

CSO arrests man for two burglariesA Shreveport man is in jail for breaking into two residences – one where a family was sleeping, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator.Jordan Brett Bowlin, 18, was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center for a residential burglary Feb. 11 in the 500 block of Harris Lane and ano...

Thu Feb 16

Man arrested for using company fuel cardCaddo detectives have arrested a Bossier City man for using a company fuel card to purchase over $2,000 in gas for his personal vehicle, said Sheriff Steve Prator.Zamar Alexander, 26, was employed as a driver for C&A Hauling where he used a company fuel card to purchase ...

Wed Feb 15

Transport company dispatcher arrested for stealing from employerA dispatcher at a local trucking/transportation company was arrested Tuesday for stealing over $85,000 from his employer, said Sheriff Steve Prator.As a dispatcher, 26-year-old Joseph Patterson was also responsible for paying drivers, so he had access to the company’s payr...

Mon Feb 13

Caddo Sheriff's Office to sell unclaimed animals Three horses and a donkey will be auctioned off next week after their owners either released them to the Caddo Sheriff's Office or failed to claim their loose livestock.The Sheriff's Office will accept sealed bids on the animals from 8 a.m. until noon Wednesday, February 22,...

Mon Feb 13

Caddo Sheriff’s Office conducts underage alcohol sales operationThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office Youth Services Division conducted an underage alcohol operation over the weekend. Thirty-five businesses were checked, and seven citations were issued for violations, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator.The following is a list of people who were issu...

Fri Feb 10

Caddo Sheriff accepting applications for college scholarshipCaddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator has announced the availability of a $500 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 the costs as...

Thu Feb 9

Two men wanted for possessing stolen firearmsUpdate: On February 14, 2012, Timothy Swindle turned himself in on CPSO warrant for illegal possession of a stolen firearm. Travis Pillman turned himself in February 13, 2012 on CPSO warrant for illegal possession of a stolen firearm. The original release is listed below fyi...