In June 2008, Deputy Jessie Hughes was arrested by the Louisiana State Police on charges of molestation of a juvenile and aggravated rape. Following the arrest, Sheriff Nathaniel ‘Nat’ Williams suspended and subsequently terminated Hughes from the department. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nat_Williams?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Jessie Hughes](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/jessie-hughes/)
In 1982, Deputy David Lea assaulted Cleo Hall, an unarmed and peaceful arrestee, by repeatedly striking him in the head with a pistol, rendering him unconscious. Hall was hospitalized for three days due to his injuries. In 1987, the court found Lea’s actions to be a violation of Hall’s Fourteenth Amendment rights and awarded Hall […]
In 2020, Deputy Corey Bordelon was involved in the arrest of Mr. Rivera-Colon, who alleged false arrest and malicious prosecution. Bordelon conducted an independent criminal history check that led to Rivera-Colon’s arrest. The case was dismissed in December 2022, but it highlighted concerns about the deputy’s conduct. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Corey Bordelon](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-corey-bordelon/)
Deputy Lisa Vaccarella observed inmate Nimali Henry in distress in 2014 but did not take appropriate action. Vaccarella pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI and concealing a felony, receiving a 21-month prison sentence in 2021. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Lisa Vaccarella](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-lisa-vaccarella/)
In 2014, Deputy Debra Becnel failed to report the deteriorating medical condition of inmate Nimali Henry, who subsequently died. Becnel pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about her actions and was sentenced to three months in prison in 2021. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Debra Becnel](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-debra-becnel/)
Deputy Timothy Williams was involved in the 2014 death of inmate Nimali Henry, who was denied medical care for a treatable condition. Williams pleaded guilty to violating Henry’s civil rights and was sentenced to prison in 2021. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Timothy Williams](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-timothy-williams/)
In April 2014, Capt. Andre Dominick, serving as the jail’s medical director, was implicated in the death of 19-year-old inmate Nimali Henry. Henry died after being denied medical attention for a treatable condition over a 10-day period. Dominick pleaded guilty to violating Henry’s civil rights and was sentenced to five years in prison. He died […]
In September 2018, Deputy David Boyd conducted a welfare check on Melissa Tyson, during which he made inappropriate sexual comments and coerced her into exposing herself, leading to his sexual gratification. Boyd had a history of sexual misconduct, including revoked ministerial credentials and prior complaints. In April 2019, he was indicted on charges of sexual […]
On November 7, 2020, Deputy Loftin conducted a traffic stop on Glen Stewart, a Black man, without probable cause. During the stop, Loftin allegedly mistook Stewart’s insurance documents for a weapon, drew his firearm, and pointed it at Stewart’s head. After Stewart drove to his home seeking a witness, Loftin, along with other officers, reportedly […]
In May 2017, while employed at the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, Steinert falsified a DWI arrest report by copying probable cause from a previous report. This misconduct led to his resignation. In August 2017, he was hired by the Red River Parish Sheriff’s Office after failing to disclose his prior disciplinary actions. Upon discovery […]
Deputy Jerry McKinney, a 20-year veteran of the RPSO, suffered a stroke in late 2017. Upon returning to work, he was unable to pass firearm recertification and was reassigned to a 12-hour shift at the jail. Due to health issues, his doctor recommended an 8-hour shift. Although initially accommodated, higher-ups reversed the decision, and McKinney […]
On November 6, 2022, Deputy Rodney Anderson conducted a traffic stop on Derrick Kittling in Alexandria’s Lower Third neighborhood. During the stop, an altercation ensued, leading to Anderson fatally shooting Kittling. Body-worn and dashboard camera footage of the incident was released, and the Louisiana State Police initiated an investigation into the shooting. The case has […]
In an incident detailed in a lawsuit, Deputy Jerry Don Rollins, while off duty, followed and confronted an individual named Croxton, accusing him of speeding. Rollins allegedly threatened Croxton with jail and physically assaulted him after Croxton requested a lawyer. The incident was filmed by Rollins’ wife, Melissa, who is also a deputy with the […]
On March 19, 2018, while inmate Jordan Arnold was attempting to close his cell door, Corrections Officer Cody Richardson became frustrated and, without warning, used a Taser on Arnold multiple times, including while Arnold was on the ground. Other officers present did not intervene or provide medical assistance. Arnold suffered severe pain and emotional distress. […]
In July 2022, Deputy Justin Johnson initiated a traffic stop on Mark Goldstein and his driver, Thomas Larkai, suspecting them of drug trafficking without probable cause. Johnson coordinated with the Rapides Area Drug Enforcement (RADE) task force to stop the vehicle. During the stop, Larkai was detained and searched without a warrant, leading to the […]
