Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office

Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office Announces Appointment of Jeworski “Jay” Mallett Deputy Chief of Corrections. Mallett brings 23+ years of career experience leading operations and accountability initiatives. Mallett comes to New Orleans after a distinguished public service career with the Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) where he retired as deputy commissioner this past June. “There is a really good staff here, and I’m confident in the abilities of the team that’s being put together,” Mallett said. In his previous role, Mallett oversaw the coordination and direction of operations for all MDOC institutions, including their satellite operations. His work included formulating plans and directing the operating functions through facility superintendents and wardens.

Operation Essence Fest Hub 2024 was a huge success. The OPSO CVR Unit and partners worked the entire Essence Fest weekend handing out safety information in busy areas of the city. Approximately 90 victims, including 73 domestic violence victims, four armed robbery cases, two simple burglary, and one child abuse case, were contacted by our partners. They were each advised about the resources that are available to them as someone who was victimized.

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the Re-Entry & Reunification Grant Awards. Key Objectives of the Sub-Granting Program: 📍Empowering Local Organizations: Providing resources and financial support to grassroots organizations working directly with justice-impacted families and communities. 📍Supporting Family Reunification: Funding initiatives that help reunite families separated by incarceration or other circumstances. 📍Promoting Community Engagement: Encouraging community-driven projects that enhance social cohesion and collective well-being. To APPLY NOW visit: https://lnkd.in/gRP5zEeZ Email completed applications to grants@opso.us

Operation Essence Fest will is open through Monday morning. If you become a victim of a violent crime in New Orleans call 911 immediately. For direct access to a crime victim service provider call: 504.355.0846 (Direct) 504.866.9554 (24-hr helpline) Visit our central hub at 701 Loyola Ave. Thurs & Fri: 3pm-1am Sat & Sun: 3pm-2am

Happy Independence Day! Thank you to the OPSO staff and deputies who protect and serve our community every day. OPSO, wishes you all a joyous day full of freedom. #independenceday #freedom #OPSO #july4th

Sheriff Susan Hutson and OPSO leadership attended the inauguration of Caddo Parish Sheriff Henry Whitehorn. Sheriff Hutson was proud to join the Shreveport community in recognizing Whitehorn’s decades of dedicated service and distinguished career in law enforcement as he continues to lead as the new Sheriff. Henry Whitehorn began his career in public service in 1973 with the military and has since held numerous significant positions, including Chief of Police in Shreveport and United States Marshal for the Western District of Louisiana. His extensive experience showcases his passion and leadership. Whitehorn’s inauguration is particularly important and highlights the value of diversity and excellence in law enforcement. #sheriffsusanhutson #sheriffhenrywhitehorn #opso #blackexcellence

Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan A. Hutson led an OPSO delegation to attend the historic swearing-in of Henry Whitehorn as the first Black sheriff to be elected in Caddo Parish. While visiting Caddo Parish, Sheriff Hutson and members of her leadership team will accompany Sheriff Whitehorn for a tour the Caddo Correctional Center. Sheriff Hutson made history in May 2022 becoming the first Black woman to serve as sheriff in Louisiana and the first woman to serve as sheriff in Orleans Parish.

The OPSO K-9 Unit, including Lt. Eric Duncan, Det. Larone Johnson & Det. Benny Collura, conducted a narcotics search and apprehension demonstration with Rex at the Impact Ministries Church community summer camp on the Westbank. The deputies also taught the campers about the dangers of drugs and saying no when offered drugs, brownies or candy when offered by a stranger. Approximately over 40 campers and adults learned how Rex was trained and what he does for the sheriff’s department. They were then shown how Rex can detect and find hidden drugs. The kids were then allowed to pet Rex and take photos with him. #REX #k9unit #OPSO

Break chains & build futures! Freedom rings louder today as we celebrate Juneteenth, one of the most influential & empowering days in our country’s history. It is an annual reminder of the hardships African-Americans have gone through and still go through to this day. Equality is not a challenge nor a privilege, it is a given!   #juneteenth #blackisbeautiful #OPSO #equality #blackpower

Sheriff Susan Hutson was delighted to join Congressman Troy A. Carter to announce a $4,000,000 grant for a brand-new Indoor Swimming Facility! This amazing addition will offer year-round water safety instructions, water aerobics for adults and seniors, and recreational swimming. It will be one of only two public swimming facilities on the Westbank of New Orleans. This is a big step toward promoting community health and wellness. and supporting the youth in our community needing access to more recreational resources! #CommunityFirst #WaterSafety #WestbankNOLA