Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

05/28/2026

Sheriff Joseph Lopinto reports that the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent murder-attempted su***de that occurred this morning in Elmwood.

Just after 10:00 am, deputies were called to a disturbance in an apartment in the 5100 block of Citrus Blvd. They located a female victim inside an apartment suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. As they searched the surrounding area, they located the suspect vehicle in the parking lot of a nearby business. The male inside was suffering from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The female was pronounced dead on the scene. The male is currently being treated at a local hospital. He is currently in critical condition.

05/23/2026

Today we remember Detective Stephen Arnold, who gave his life in the line of duty on May 23, 2021.

05/20/2026

This morning, representatives from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, including Recruit Class 66, joined fellow law enforcement agencies from across the Greater New Orleans area for the 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting Special Olympics Louisiana. 🔥🏃‍♂️💙

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is an annual event that helps raise awareness and support for Special Olympics athletes and the mission they represent.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this year’s Torch Run a success!

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Since the launch of JPSO’s Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, this technology has successfully assisted in numerous investigations. The DFR program has helped track suspects, locate stolen vehicles, and provide real-time information to responding patrol units throughout Jefferson Parish.

This past weekend was just one example of how quickly the DFR program can make an impact.

At approximately 4:30 a.m. on May 17, 2026, deputies received a report of a stolen vehicle in Terrytown involving multiple masked suspects. Before deputies even arrived to take the initial report, a DFR operator had already launched a drone and located the stolen vehicle within minutes of the 911 call.

As suspects attempted to flee through a Harvey neighborhood, DFR operators tracked their movements in real time while providing live updates to responding deputies and officers on the ground.

During the incident, the stolen vehicle intentionally rammed a marked patrol unit before the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot into Gretna. DFR operators continued tracking the suspect through multiple neighborhoods as deputies coordinated their response.

With the assistance of DFR and coordinated ground units, deputies and officers successfully boxed in and apprehended the suspect behind a local business.

This incident highlights the effectiveness of JPSO’s Drone as First Responder program in enhancing deputy safety, improving suspect tracking, and assisting in the quick apprehension of offenders.

05/16/2026

This week, members of the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office traveled to Washington, D.C. for National Police Week, joining law enforcement agencies from across the country in honoring the service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives in the line of duty. 🇺🇸💙

K9 Macho was honored during the week’s memorial events and ceremonies. His loyalty, service, and sacrifice continue to leave a lasting impact on our agency and community.

We are proud to have representatives from our agency stand alongside brothers and sisters in blue and remember the heroes who will never be forgotten.

05/09/2026

Last night, members of the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office attended the 24th Annual Louisiana Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service, honoring Louisiana’s fallen heroes whose names were added to the memorial this year. 💙

This year’s service honored:
- Sgt. Grant Candies – St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office
- Lt. Allen Credeur, Jr – Rayne Police Department
- Sgt. Caleb Eisworth – Baton Rouge Police Department
- Deputy Charles Riley – Iberville Parish Sheriff’s Office
- Police Officer Marc Brock – Vivian Police Department
- Police Officer Joseph Lyons – Lake Charles Police Department

The service served as a powerful reminder that while years may pass, the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of these heroes will never be forgotten. Family members, survivors, and fellow law enforcement officers gathered to honor their lives and the legacies they leave behind.

Also recognized in the memorial program under the 2026 K9 Companions Honorees was JPSO K9 Macho, who died in the line of duty last year. His loyalty, service, and sacrifice continue to leave a lasting impact on JPSO and our community.

05/09/2026

As National Correctional Officers Week comes to a close, we want to thank the local businesses and sponsors who helped show appreciation for the men and women of the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center throughout the week. ⭐️

Yesterday, members of the JPSO’s Special Investigations Bureau spent the day cooking meals for each shift working at the correctional center.

We appreciate the dedication of our correctional officers and the continued support from our community and fellow divisions across JPSO.

05/06/2026

Today, we remember Sergeant Louis A. Cannaliato who lost his life in the line of duty on May 5, 1965.