Brian Tumor Foundation thanks LPSO for Support
Bullet McGee with “Ride for Kids” Pediatric Brian Tumor Foundation presents a plaque to Major Art Lebreton for LPSO assistance in their fund raiser.
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Shenandoah Neighborhood Watch Appreciates Deputies
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Dear Sheriff Neustrom
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Dear Sheriff Neustrom:
I would like to start off by thanking the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Department for their assistance in the planning and implementation of our Neighborhood Watch program. As you may already be aware, our neighborhood is not within the city limits of any smaller municipality, and is simply part of rural Lafayette Parish. Our neighborhood had increasing problems with thefts and criminal damage to property, and simply used the Lafayette Parish Sheriff s Department as a means of reporting the incidents.
After much frustration, our neighborhood decided it was time to take action and put a stop to our neighborhood problems. Sergeant Tom Stith with the Community Services Unit has been more than helpful and cooperative in assisting with getting the Neighborhood Watch up and running, and keeping it maintained.
Sergeant Stith and Deputy Elisa Foster came to our first Neighborhood Watch meeting armed with flyers, pamphlets, and a well of information which they shared with us. They gave us instruction on personal safety, securing our homes, monitoring the neighborhood and keeping ourselves safe in doing so, and dealing with certain situations that may arise, as well as how to work with the Sheriffs Department in resolving our problems, including a pro-active approach at deterring crime.
Our neighborhood also had a block party several months after starting our program, at which Sergeant Stith, his lovely wife, and Deputy Darrell Doucet attended. Sergeant Stith and Deputy Doucet presented some of our Neighborhood Watch Block Captains with the signs we had ordered and that were delivered to the Sheriff s Department, and made sure to get to know
the neighbors, listen to their concerns, and generally let the neighborhood know that the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Department is backing us in our endeavor.
I also wanted to add that Sergeant Stith and his wife attended the block party on their own personal time and we are very thankful to them for their presence and for Sergeant Stith's respectable work ethic. He is an asset to the Sheriff's Department, Actually, Sergeant Tom Stith, Deputy Darrell Doucet, and Deputy Elisa Foster, are all assets to your Department.
I initially had some doubts about the Neighborhood Watch program and its effectiveness. However, after just a few weeks, our neighborhood was seeing a decrease in criminal and mischievous activity, and after just a few months, the neighborhood is relatively quiet.
When the Shenandoah Neighborhood Watch began, our neighborhood was having approximately 3 to 4 incidents (give or take a few) per week. Our neighborhood now has zero incidents per week with just an occasional problem reported. It appears that with a little proactive involvement, we are able to deter problems in our neighborhood.
Again, I thank the Lafayette Parish Sheriff s Department, Sergeant Tom Stith, Deputy Darrell Doucet, and Deputy Elisa Foster, as well as all of the patrolling deputies, in helping to continue to make our neighborhood a safe haven for our families!
With kind regards, I remain
Very truly yours,
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Marguerite Fitzgerald, Shenandoah Neighborhood Watch Coordinator
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Press Releases
Neustrom Honors Deputies at Award Ceremony
Friday, October 17, 2003
Sheriff Michael W. Neustrom is proud to announce the winners of the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office Deputy of the Quarter Awards for the 3rd Quarter of 2003. Each quarter the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office recognizes three Deputies for their outstanding service to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office and the community.
Administration – Deputy W.L. “Dub” Davis – Information Services As part of the Information Services team, Dub is responsible for keeping all office computers running properly, making upgrades to the server as necessary, and handling requests for assistance from employees. Through it all, he treats both employees and outside users with “courtesy, professionalism, and respect” and displays a great deal of patience and understanding when dealing with those who may not be as comfortable working with the technology available at the Sheriff’s Office. By his actions, Dub has proven himself to be “a valued member of the Sheriff’s Office.”
Corrections – Lt. Sheila Lejeune – Lafayette Parish Correctional Center Food Service Director
Lt. LeJeune is a valued member of the LPSO whose “professionalism and courtesy” oversees the distribution of 75,000 meals per month for the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center and the Acadiana Recovery Center. “Her kitchen is always clean and organized and her staff is always helpful and courteous.” Lt. LeJeune is known for her efforts to save money with “special buys” without sacrificing quality and her Department regularly receives a score of 100% during audits for accreditation.
Enforcement – Detective Kevin Stelly – Criminal Investigative Division - Detective Stelly recently completed an investigation involving the kidnapping, rape and robbery of a local woman. Detective Stelly’s professionalism and compassion while working with the victim, along with his keen instincts, were crucial to obtaining details that resulted in an arrest within seven days of the incident. The suspect was recently indicted by a Grand Jury on various charges including kidnapping, robbery, and rape.
Along with the Deputy of the Quarter winners, Sheriff Neustrom honored two Deputies with the Sheriff’s Special Recognition Award for their honorable service as part of the United States Marines during the War Against Terrorism. Congratulations to Deputy Scott Latiolais and Deputy Michael Porche! We thank you for your sacrifices, dedication, and commitment to your country, family, and the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office.
Donna Delahoussaye
Media Relations/Project Coordinator
Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
337-236-5814/337-232-9211
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