DeRidder Police Department

09/04/2026

🚨 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 & 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘆! 🇺🇸

As you enjoy the Labor Day weekend with family and friends, remember that getting home safely should always be part of the plan. 🚔

🍻 If you plan to drink, plan ahead for a sober ride home.

🚗 Even if you’ve only had one drink, don’t get behind the wheel. Let a sober driver take you home.

🔑 If you see a friend preparing to drive impaired, take the keys and help them find a safe ride home.

📱 If you see a suspected impaired driver on the road, safely pull over and call 911. Never put yourself in danger trying to intervene.

🪢 Always buckle up. Seat belts save lives.

Let’s make this Labor Day weekend one to remember for all the right reasons. Celebrate responsibly, look out for one another, and make sure everyone gets home safely.

— DeRidder Police Department 🚔

09/03/2026

🚨 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 🚨

On September 3, 2026, the DeRidder Police Department, Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office, United States Postal Service – Office of Inspector General, and United States Postal Inspection Service conducted a joint investigation into allegations of mail theft.

The investigation determined that United States Postal Service mail carrier Deborah James unlawfully took mail that she was assigned to deliver. James was subsequently arrested and charged with a violation of Louisiana Revised Statute 14:67.6, Mail Theft.

The DeRidder Police Department would like to thank the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office, United States Postal Service – Office of Inspector General, and United States Postal Inspection Service for their assistance and cooperation throughout this investigation.

This case remains under investigation, and additional charges may be forthcoming.
During the course of the investigation, law enforcement recovered several pieces of mail. If you believe you are missing mail, please contact the DeRidder Police Department at 337-462-8911.

𝐴𝑙𝑙 𝑠𝑢𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑠 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑢𝑚𝑒𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑛𝑜𝑐𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑙 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑔𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑡𝑦 𝑖𝑛 𝑎 𝑐𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑙𝑎𝑤.

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

💙💜 𝑺𝙚𝒑𝙩𝒆𝙢𝒃𝙚𝒓 𝒊𝙨 𝙎𝒖𝙞𝒄𝙞𝒅𝙚 𝙋𝒓𝙚𝒗𝙚𝒏𝙩𝒊𝙤𝒏 𝑴𝙤𝒏𝙩𝒉 💜💙

At the DeRidder Police Department, we know that sometimes the most important thing we can do is simply be there.

Every day, our officers interact with people who may be going through some of the hardest moments of their lives. Su***de prevention isn’t just about one month, but it’s about looking out for our friends, family members, coworkers, neighbors, and fellow community members all year long.

If you’re struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or just need someone to talk to, please know that you are not alone. Your life matters, and help is available.

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You do not have to be suicidal to reach out. Whether you need support for yourself or are concerned about someone you care about, 988 is there to help.

📞 Call 988
💬 Text 988
💻 Chat at 988Lifeline.org

𝘼𝙨 𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙡𝙚𝙩’𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙨 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙖 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙚. 𝙊𝙣 𝙎𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 10, 2026 𝙡𝙚𝙩'𝙨 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙗𝙮 𝙬𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙡 and 𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙡𝙚.

💙 You matter. Help is available. Hope is possible.

— DeRidder Police Department

***dePreventionMonth ***dePrevention

09/02/2026

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝 - 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐟𝐟

After 33 years of serving the DeRidder Police Department and the City of DeRidder, the time has come for me to officially say goodbye.

When I first put on this uniform more than three decades ago, I could never have imagined the journey that was ahead of me. Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving alongside some of the finest men and women in law enforcement, and I have been blessed to call many of them not only coworkers, but lifelong friends.

To the men and women of the DeRidder Police Department, thank you. Thank you for your dedication, your sacrifice, your professionalism, and for the countless hours you have spent working to protect the people of this community. Being your Chief has been one of the greatest honors of my career. I am incredibly proud of each of you, and I know you will continue to serve this city with the same commitment and integrity that has defined this department for generations.

To the officers whom I have had the opportunity to work with throughout the years, both past and present, you have each played a part in my journey. I will always carry the memories, the laughs, the difficult calls, the victories, and even the challenges with me. There are too many stories to tell and too many names to mention, but please know that I am grateful for every one of you.

To the City of DeRidder and its citizens, I want to say thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving you for the past 33 years. A police officer is entrusted with something incredibly important: the safety and trust of the community they serve. I have never taken that responsibility lightly. It has been an honor to wear this badge and represent this city.

There have been long nights, difficult calls, heartbreaking moments, and days when the job tested every bit of us. But there have also been countless moments that reminded me exactly why I chose this profession. Helping people, protecting others, watching young officers grow into outstanding law enforcement professionals, and being part of this community have made every moment worthwhile.

I may be taking off the uniform, but I will never stop caring about the DeRidder Police Department or the people of this city.

To everyone who has supported me throughout my career from my family and friends, to fellow officers, Chiefs, city leaders, and the great citizens of DeRidder, thank you will never be enough. It has been an honor. It has been a privilege, and it has been one of the greatest chapters of my life.

DeRidder Police Department, thank you for 33 years of memories, brotherhood, and service.

City of DeRidder, thank you for trusting me to serve you. I leave this badge with pride, gratitude, and peace in my heart.

𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐠 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝
𝐃𝐞𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
𝟑𝟑 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞
𝟏𝟎-𝟕 — 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞.
𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮, 𝐃𝐞𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐫. 𝐈𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫.

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

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09/01/2026

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09/01/2026

🚨𝑵𝑶𝑾 𝑯𝑰𝑹𝑰𝑵𝑮: 𝑱𝑶𝑰𝑵 𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑻𝑬𝑨𝑴 𝑨𝑵𝑫 𝑴𝑨𝑲𝑬 𝑨 𝑫𝑰𝑭𝑭𝑬𝑹𝑬𝑵𝑪𝑬!

Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can serve your community and truly impact people's lives? The DeRidder Police Department is hiring dedicated, motivated individuals for Patrol Officer and Police Communications Officer positions!
We are looking for community-minded individuals to join our mission to protect and serve our city.
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𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿:

🚔 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿
Experience the variety and excitement of daily police work, from routine patrols to emergency response. We offer a clear path for career advancement and opportunities to specialize in Patrol, Investigations, or School Resource.

📞 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿
Be the vital link between the community and first responders. In this fast-paced, 24/7 environment, you will answer 911 calls, dispatch officers, and manage critical information, ensuring public safety. We provide all necessary training to succeed in this essential role.

𝑻𝙖𝒌𝙚 𝙩𝒉𝙚 𝙁𝒊𝙧𝒔𝙩 𝙎𝒕𝙚𝒑

Ready to answer the call? The application process involves several steps, including a written exam, physical fitness testing (Patrol Officer Only), panel interviews, and a thorough background investigation.

𝐼𝑓 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑒 𝑑𝑜𝑤𝑛 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐷𝑒𝑅𝑖𝑑𝑑𝑒𝑟 𝑃𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑐𝑒 𝐷𝑒𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑝𝑝𝑙𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚 𝑜𝑟 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑐𝑡 𝐿𝑡. 𝐾𝑟𝑖𝑠 𝑃𝑟𝑢𝑒𝑡𝑡 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛.
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08/31/2026