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Leadership for a Lifetime
Being a leader is not dependent on your rank or position with an agency. An “attitude of gratitude” is often the key to both personal and professional success. These were among the messages recently delivered to law enforcement officers by Paul Butler, an...
Spreading Christmas Cheer
Sheriff Mike Tregre and several of his officers had the pleasure of hosting the Marines Toys for Tots gift giveaway December 16, 2023 at the West Bank Public Safety Complex in Edgard and the LBJ Training Center in LaPlace. Hundreds of children received toys, and Santa...
SJSO Santa and Grinch Spread Christmas Cheer
Since early December 2023, The SJSO Santa and Grinch have been spreading Christmas cheer at local schools. Grinch, also known as Deputy Grant Pierre, said he would not steal any toys from children when he accompanied Santa, also known as Cpl. Jose Portillo, during...
Detective Memminger named Officer of the 4th Quarter
Detective Demond Memminger has been named Officer of the Fourth Quarter for his exceptional response to an accident on I-55. Sheriff Mike Tregre, along with Chris Cancienne, owner of Cypress Physical Therapy, sponsor of the Officer of the Fourth Quarter, recognized...
SJSO Welcomes Seniors for Thanksgiving lunch Sheriff Mike Tregre and several of his officers welcomed nearly 400 senior citizens to the St. John Parish Sheriff’s Office’s Thanksgiving luncheon November 21, 2023 at Regala Gym in Reserve. The free event featured bingo,...
New POST Officers Recognized
Congratulations to our New POST Graduates Four St. John Parish Sheriff's Office deputies were among 29 graduates of the Peace Officer Standards and Training program (POST) Class 124 conducted by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Training Academy in Thibodaux. The 12-week...
Saluting Our Veterans
In observance of Veterans Day November 11, 2023, St. John Sheriff Mike Tregre and several of his fellow officers had the pleasure of paying tribute to military veterans today during a parade at the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans of Home in Reserve. Sheriff Tregre...
Car Safety Seat Campaign Underway
The St. John Sheriff’s Office recently completed a two-month car safety seat campaign, which was a big success, said Lt. Scott Lacy who spearheaded the program on the east and west banks of the parish. “The need for this resource is evident, and we hope to continue...
Community Joins SJSO for Night Out Against Crime
The St. John Parish Sheriff’s Office was happy to lead Night Out Against Crime October 17, 2023. The SJSO enjoyed joining forces with residents for the national observance. The event was a big success, with officers attending 23 parties throughout the parish. Sheriff...