St. John Sheriff Mike Tregre is proud to announce that three SJSO officers were among 21 graduates of the Peace Officer Standards and Training program (POST) conducted at the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Training Facility in Luling. The 15-week program included training in firearms, physical fitness, Louisiana criminal and traffic law, writing reports, conducting interrogations and general investigative techniques.

Sgt. Brian Kennedy, Deputy Lawrence Forestier and Sgt. Vachroan Johnson were recognized as certified Peace Officers May 13, 2022 during POST graduation at the SCSO training facility.

Deputy Kennedy earned the fitness award. Deputy Forrester was chosen cadet commander of the class.

Sheriff Tregre said he is proud of these officers for their successful completion of this rigorous and intense training.