Louisiana Sheriffs' Association

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For Immediate Release to the Media

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It is with such deep and profound sadness that we share the news that former Sheriff William E. Hilton was the victim in today’s hit and run in Hineston. The facts of the incident are still under investigation.

We are also devastated in reporting Sheriff Hilton has passed away from those traumatic injuries he sustained in this horrible and senseless event.

Sheriff Hiltons leadership, dedication, and service to our community have left a lasting impact, and we know this loss will be felt by many parish, state and even country wide.

Please keep his family, friends and the RPSO Family in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate this difficult time together.

We will share additional information as it becomes available.
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Just before 1PM, Sheriff’s Dispatch received a report of a hit and run in the Hineston area where the suspect intentionally fled the scene.

Upon deputies arrival, the victim was found with severe physical injuries and was later transported by Pafford Ambulance to a local hospital. Status of the victim is unknown at this time.

Deputies quickly obtained a suspect vehicle description which was a blue Nissan Moreno and put it out to all local law enforcement

Deputies along with troopers from LSP spotted the vehicle on LA 28 at Leavines Road traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed.

Deputies and Troopers attempted to make a traffic stop but the suspect accelerated and ran from law enforcement which initiated a pursuit.

The suspect continued eastbound hitting speeds of well over 100 mph. A decision was made to spike the suspects tires which was effective and the suspect came to a stop at LA 28 and Cloverleaf Blvd where the suspect was taken into custody without further incident.

As this is still on ongoing and complex investigation, no further information will be given until a later time.

Union Parish Sheriff’s Office K9s Draco and Robin have received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Both vests were sponsored by Shirl and Rich Cornelius of Marriottsville, MD and embroidered with the sentiment “Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always.”
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,348 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.
The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States. For more information, visit: www.vik9s.org.


Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
Union Parish Sheriff's Office

Congratulations to Sheriff Jason Smith and Washington Parish Sheriff deputies, along with the Louisiana State Police. Through their partnership, a 2017 cold case is solved! Louisiana Sheriffs and deputies will never stop working to bring justice to crime victims and their families.
Washington Parish Sheriff's Office

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office making spirits bright! 🎄

Today Executive Director, Sheriff Kevin Cobb joined Attorney General Liz Murrill as she announced the arrest of 67 registered s*x offenders in North Louisiana.

This was a coordinated effort between the Office of the LA Attorney General, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, over 26 sheriff’s offices, along with several other law enforcement agencies across north Louisiana.

We are proud to partner with these agencies and will continue to work tirelessly throughout the state to protect Louisiana’s most precious resource, our children.

Watch here:
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Office of the Louisiana Attorney General

Photo courtesy of the Louisiana Offie of the Attorney General.