Mon May 19

Vivian man charged with sister's murderA Vivian man is facing murder and arson charges today after shooting his sister and setting their home on fire, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. Chris McCauley, 45, of 620 Jackson Street, was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center today for the murder of his sister, C...

Mon May 19

Caddo Sheriff offers women's firearms and personal safety classCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator is offering a basic firearms and safety class for women from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 14 at the Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy. Sheriff’s deputies will teach safe handling and firing of handguns on the Academy firing range, and ba...

Mon May 19

Caddo Sheriff launches Click It or Ticket seatbelt enforcement campaignCaddo Sheriff’s deputies will be buckling down on those not buckled up during the national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement campaign today through June 1. Deputies are stepping up enforcement of seatbelt laws with an overtime traffic enforcement grant from ...

Mon May 19

Sheriff Prator awards scholarshipMatthew Tyler Haltom is the recipient of an academic scholarship from the Louisiana Sheriffs' Scholarship Program, Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator announced today. Haltom is a resident of Shreveport and a graduating senior at Airline High School. (His mother is employed b...

Fri May 16

Store clerk arrested for stealing $60,000A former clerk at a Fairfield Avenue convenience store was arrested for stealing more than $60,000 from the business, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. Store management became suspicious of Candee Brown when an internal audit revealed massive shortages from the store. The...

Thu May 15

Woman arrested for operating meth lab in casino hotelA Bossier City woman was arrested by agents with the Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Unit today after she was found operating a meth lab at a casino hotel, said Sheriff Steve Prator and Police Chief Willie Shaw. Authorities were called to the hotel at 315 Clyde Fant Memorial ...

Thu May 15

Contractor arrested for misapplying fundsA local contractor was arrested Wednesday for taking money from a client and not paying his subcontractors, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Harlan Cooper, 50, of Benton, was hired to remodel a house in September 2013.  The victims say they paid Cooper $79,165, but subcon...

Thu May 15

Caddo SO to host fish fryThe Caddo Sheriff's Office will hold a fish fry from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday, May 30, at the south substation, 9956 Mansfield Road, near Keithville. Money raised at the event will be used for the Salvation Army's Angel Tree program. Lunches are $8 and will inc...

Thu May 15

4 arrested on meth chargesThe Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Unit dismantled a meth organization in south Caddo Parish on Wednesday, announced Sheriff Steve Prator and Police Chief Willie Shaw. Agents with the Narcotics Unit and the DEA Task Force conducted a short-term investigation and executed two...

Wed May 14

Prator asks to lead Caddo Homeland SecurityCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator has asked to be named director of Homeland Security in Caddo Parish, a move that could save the parish and City of Shreveport nearly $200,000. A new director will be needed by June 30 when the Caddo-Bossier Office of Homeland Security and Emerg...

Wed May 14

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 ...

Fri May 9

Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Unit conducts "Operation May Day."On May 9, 2014, the Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Task Force, with the assistance from task forces with the DEA, ATF and U.S. Marshal wrapped up an investigation named “Operation May Day.” The week long operation resulted in the execution of 7 search warrants, 3...

Fri May 9

Sheriff's Tax Sale begins next weekThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office is advising property owners to pay their taxes by Monday, May 12, to avoid having their property included in the upcoming tax sale. The Sheriff’s on-line tax sale is scheduled for May 13-15. About 2,739 properties – land, comm...

Thu May 8

3 arrested for kick-in burglariesThree men are in jail charged with burglary after kicking in the doors of several residences in Shreveport and Greenwood, said Sheriff Steve Prator.             Around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, patrol deputies were dispatched to the 6900 block o...

Thu May 8

Caddo Sheriff announces three summer camps for kidsSheriff Steve Prator announced today that applications are being accepted for three summer camps for kids offered by the Caddo Sheriff's Office. Sheriff's Safety Town will offer one-day mini-camps from June 2 through July 24 for children interested in learning mo...

Wed May 7

Man arrested for trying to smuggle contraband into jail A Shreveport man was arrested on Tuesday for trying to smuggle a cell phone into Caddo Correctional Center by hiding it in his rectal cavity, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. Anthony Alvey, 22, of the 2600 block of Highland Avenue, was transferred from the Madison Detent...

Tue May 6

Caddo Sheriff's dive team recovers body of drowning victimThe Caddo Sheriff’s dive team has recovered the body of a 76-year-old drowning victim in Caddo Lake, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator.   Witnesses alerted the Caddo Sheriff’s Office after noticing a man at the Mooringsport boat launch was missing. A ...

Mon May 5

Three arrested on drug chargesCaddo-Shreveport narcotics agents arrested three people on Friday while executing a warrant at 2247 Soda Fountain Place near Blanchard. Jeffrey Noble was in possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, and Diazepam when agents found him in the garage of the residence.  ...

Fri May 2

2 arrested for sex crimes involving juvenilesCaddo Sheriff’s Youth Services detectives arrested two men in unrelated cases for illegal sexual behavior with juveniles, said Sheriff Steve Prator. James Hardy, 69, of Greenwood, was arrested for two counts of sexual battery for illegally touching a 14-year-old fe...

Thu May 1

Caddo detective to be honored during First Responder NightCaddo Sheriff’s Detective Terry Richardson will be honored tonight by Caddo Masonic Lodge #179 for his dedication to duty and service to the citizens of Caddo Parish. Richardson will be recognized during the Mason’s annual First Responder Night at 6:30 p.m. a...

Wed Apr 30

Caddo Sheriff announces mobile appThe Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced a new mobile app for Apple and Android phones and tablets to help citizens stay connected with law enforcement, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The new app can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play...

Wed Apr 30

CPSO working fatal crash in north Caddo ParishDeputies are investigating a fatal crash that occurred earlier this morning on Gilliam-Scotts Slough in north Caddo Parish, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The accident occurred around 7:10 a.m. when 52-year-old Phillip Mark Kellog of Bradley, Arkansas, lost control of his ve...

Mon Apr 28

4 arrested on drug charges in southeast ShreveportFour people were arrested on drug charges after a search warrant was executed on Keysburg Court in Norris Ferry Landing subdivision this past week, said Sheriff Steve Prator and Police Chief Willie Shaw. On April 23, agents with the Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Unit recove...

Fri Apr 25

Applications being accepted for Caddo Sheriff's CampSheriff Steve Prator announced today that applications are being accepted for this summer’s Caddo Sheriff's Camp. The overnight camp for boys ages 10-13 will be held at Garland Scout Ranch June 8-11. It is conducted by the Sheriff’s Office and the Boy Sco...

Thu Apr 24

Keithville man arrested for molesting juvenileCaddo Sheriff's detectives have arrested Myron Wayne Wilson of Keithville for molestation of a juvenile, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Wilson, 34, is accused of touching the victim inappropriately several times while bathing her. The victim was 5 to 6 years old at ...

Thu Apr 24

Free donkeys!The Caddo Sheriff's Office is giving away four jack and three jenny donkeys that were recovered as lost or abandoned livestock by the Sheriff's Stock Patrol. The animals have been in the possession of the Sheriff's Office for the past year with no owners comi...

Tue Apr 22

Rodessa man arrested for rapeCaddo sheriff’s deputies have arrested a Rodessa man for rape charges dating back to the 1990s, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Gregory Todd Clements, 39, is accused of sexually molesting a juvenile girl on numerous occasions from the mid-1990s until the mid-2000s. ...

Tue Apr 22

CPSO, SPD to participate in Drug Take Back DayCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator and Police Chief Willie Shaw said citizens can dispose of unwanted prescription drugs this Saturday, April 26, at Sheriff's Safety Town as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Local law enforcement agencies across the country w...

Fri Apr 18

CPSO investigates fatal crash on I-20Caddo Sheriff's deputies are on the scene of a fatal crash on I-20 eastbound at mile marker 3 in Greenwood. Cpl. Mike Vaitkus, of the Sheriff's Traffic Safety Unit, said traffic was backed up on the interstate due to an earlier accident around 7:15 p.m. when the ...

Thu Apr 17

Phone scammer says he's a deputyCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator says citizens should beware of a man who represents himself as a deputy in a phone scam targeting local residents. One woman said she was contacted by the man who represented himself as Lt. Chris Jackson with the Caddo Sheriff's O...

Thu Apr 17

Class 35 to graduate from CPSO Regional Training AcademyGraduation exercises for the 35th basic training class of the Caddo Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy will take place at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, at Summer Grove Baptist Church.  Graduates will take the oath of office, receive their badges, and participate ...

Tue Apr 15

Caddo Sheriff offers concealed handgun permit trainingThe 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.m. to...

Mon Apr 14

Armed man injured following pursuitA Spring, Texas man led law enforcement officers from three agencies on a pursuit that ended in gunfire early this morning, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator and DeSoto Sheriff Rodney Arbuckle. It all started around 1 a.m. when DeSoto sheriff's deputies were alerted to...

Fri Apr 11

Woman arrested for cashing stolen poker chipsCaddo Sheriff’s detectives arrested a woman today for cashing in stolen poker chips valued at $3,500, said Sheriff Steve Prator. The victim was playing poker at Sam’s Town Casino on March 21 when several El Dorado chips fell from his jacket pocket. Seconds la...

Thu Apr 10

Employee arrested for theftA Shreveport woman was arrested for felony theft for stealing nearly $13,000 from her employer while working at a Youree Drive retail store, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. Autumn Dollarhide, 30, of the 8000 block of Dixie Blanchard Hwy., was an employee at Red Wing Sho...

Tue Apr 8

Former bookkeeper arrested for forgeryCaddo Sheriff’s detectives arrested a bookkeeper on Monday for stealing more than $28,000 from his former employer, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Leland Jamison, 47, was employed by Southwestern Packing and Seals from March to December 2013. Sheriff’s Detective ...

Fri Apr 4

Brothers booked for illegal acts with juvenilesSeven girls between the ages of 13 and 16 have now come forward to bring charges against Trent Morgan for illegal acts involving juveniles, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. Over the past two weeks and most recently yesterday, Caddo Sheriff’s Detective Jared Marshal...

Fri Apr 4

Caddo Sheriff's Office seeks information about missing womanUpdate: Ms. Anthony contacted her family and the Caddo Sheriff's Office today. She is no longer considered missing.   The Caddo Sheriff’s Office is looking for information that will help lead them to a woman reported missing by her family. Car...

Thu Apr 3

Caddo Sheriff's Office plans Victims' Rights events Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator will host a proclamation ceremony and awareness luncheon in honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week on Monday, April 7. The luncheon will recognize victim advocates, including public safety, judicial, and medical professionals, who m...

Wed Apr 2

CPSO on scene of accidentCaddo deputies responded to an accident involving three 18-wheelers in south Caddo Parish around 4:30 this morning. For several hours, the northbound lane of Hwy 1 South in front of the Relay Station was diverted to Hwy 175 and then onto I-49. The lan...

Tue Apr 1

CPSO locates missing womanCaddo deputies have located a woman whose family said she had been missing since February. Linda Potts was found tonight at a local Rescue Mission. Her family had reported her missing after she was released from a Highland area hospital on Feb. 10 and...

Tue Apr 1

Woman arrested for producing porn involving juvenile family memberA Shreveport woman was arrested for production of child pornography for taking sexually explicit photos of a 2-month-old family member, said Sheriff Steve Prator. Brandi Nichole Brown, 28, of the 8900 block of Parkhaven Place, was arrested by the Caddo Sheriff’s Of...

Sat Mar 29

Caddo Sheriff announces occupant protection checkpointCaddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator said deputies will conduct an occupant protection checkpoint on March 31, 2014 in the southern part of Caddo Parish. The checkpoint will be conducted in the evening time.   Deputies on regular patrol and those wor...

Wed Mar 26

Caddo Sheriff's Office prepares for tax saleThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office is advising property owners to pay their taxes before close of business at 5 p.m. on May 12 to avoid having the property included in the upcoming tax sale. The Sheriff’s on-line tax sale is scheduled for May 13-15. About 4,700 prope...

Wed Mar 26

Caddo-Shreveport Financial Crimes Task Force issues scam warningThe Caddo-Shreveport Financial Crimes Task Force has received complaints from residents regarding phone scams involving local banks. Victims are receiving telephone calls with a recorded message indicating their debit card is no longer valid. The message then continues t...

Thu Mar 20

More charges filed against Trent Morgan Caddo Sheriff’s detectives have filed more charges against Trent Morgan for illegal behavior with juveniles. Morgan is currently in jail at the Caddo Correctional Center after being arrested by authorities on warrants in early March. After Morgan’s arrest, De...

Wed Mar 19

Caddo Sheriff seeks candidates for reserve deputy classThe Caddo Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for persons interested in becoming a Reserve Deputy.  Reserve Deputies are volunteers who complete state-mandated training similar to the training of full-time sheriff’s deputies. They are used to supp...

Tue Mar 18

Caddo Sheriff to hold auxiliary deputy classCaddo Sheriff Steve Prator announced today that the Sheriff’s Office will hold an auxiliary deputy class beginning May 5, and applications are currently being accepted. Auxiliary deputies supplement full-time Caddo sheriff’s deputies by volunteering their ser...

Fri Mar 14

Six given summonses for selling alcohol to persons under 21An investigation into the illegal sale of alcohol to underage persons this week resulted in six summonses being issued, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. The Sheriff’s Youth Services Division checked 30 businesses for compliance with state laws and parish ordinances...

Thu Mar 13

Bookkeeper accused of embezzlingA former manager/bookkeeper for Trinity Southern Foods was charged on Wednesday with stealing nearly $100,000 from his employer, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator. Jeffery Norbury, 54, of Bossier City, was charged with felony theft for embezzling cash and manipulating acco...