Behind The Scenes With Sheriff Jason Ard

Sheriff Jason Ard
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Livingston Parish Sheriffs Office, Sheriff Jason Ard brings you "Behind the Scenes" in the life of a Louisiana Sheriff. 

  1. 3D AGO

    Shots Fired: The Ambush of Corporal Shawn Kelly | Episode Four

    In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, The Sheriff sits down with Denham Springs Police Chief Rodney Walker and Lt. Keith Scoby as they recount the events leading up to and following the tragic shooting of Corporal Shawn Kelly. Denham Springs Police Department Corporal Shawn Kelly passed away on June 2, 2023 due to gunshot wounds he sustained in May of 2023. Prior to his service with the Denham Springs Police Department, Kelly had served with the Louisiana Department of Corrections, totaling 29 years of law enforcement service. In his adult life, Kelly loved spending time with family, cooking, camping, and tinkering with things. Additionally, he loved to travel and gain new experiences. He was very passionate about his career and ensuring individuals in his community felt safe. In the early evening hours of May 11, 2023, Kelly had been working a traffic assignment when he responded to a scene in which a man was arguing with a woman he did not know in the parking lot of a shopping center. Upon arriving at the scene, the suspect shot Kelly multiple times. After being transported to a local hospital, Kelly remained in critical condition before succumbing to his injuries on June 2, 2023. Keywords Shots Fired, Corporal Shawn Kelly, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Sheriff Jason Ard

    1h 2m

  2. NOV 4

    Shots Fired: The Ambush of Corporal Shawn Kelly | Episode Three

    In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, The Sheriff sits down with Denham Springs Police Officer Chris Boyette. Officer Boyette was riding with Cpl. Shawn Kelly as part of Boyette’s training on May 11th 2023, when Cpl. Kelly was shot multiple times. Denham Springs Police Department Corporal Shawn Kelly passed away on June 2, 2023 due to gunshot wounds he sustained in May of 2023. Prior to his service with the Denham Springs Police Department, Kelly had served with the Louisiana Department of Corrections, totaling 29 years of law enforcement service. In his adult life, Kelly loved spending time with family, cooking, camping, and tinkering with things. Additionally, he loved to travel and gain new experiences. He was very passionate about his career and ensuring individuals in his community felt safe. In the early evening hours of May 11, 2023, Kelly had been working a traffic assignment when he responded to a scene in which a man was arguing with a woman he did not know in the parking lot of a shopping center. Upon arriving at the scene, the suspect shot Kelly multiple times. After being transported to a local hospital, Kelly remained in critical condition before succumbing to his injuries on June 2, 2023. Keywords Shots Fired, Corporal Shawn Kelly, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Sheriff Jason Ard

    31 min

  3. OCT 28

    Shots Fired: The Ambush of Corporal Shawn Kelly | Episode Two

    In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard sits down with Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office Dispatcher Emily Stovall as she recalls the dispatch response to Deputy Dakota Naquin’s call of “Shot’s Fired” while pursuing the suspect in the ambush of DSPD Corporal Shawn Kelly. Denham Springs Police Department Corporal Shawn Kelly passed away on June 2, 2023 due to gunshot wounds he sustained in May of 2023. Prior to his service with the Denham Springs Police Department, Kelly had served with the Louisiana Department of Corrections, totaling 29 years of law enforcement service. In his adult life, Kelly loved spending time with family, cooking, camping, and tinkering with things. Additionally, he loved to travel and gain new experiences. He was very passionate about his career and ensuring individuals in his community felt safe. In the early evening hours of May 11, 2023, Kelly had been working a traffic assignment when he responded to a scene in which a man was arguing with a woman he did not know in the parking lot of a shopping center. Upon arriving at the scene, the suspect shot Kelly multiple times. After being transported to a local hospital, Kelly remained in critical condition before succumbing to his injuries on June 2, 2023. Keywords Shots Fired, Corporal Shawn Kelly, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Sheriff Jason Ard

    26 min

  4. OCT 21

    Shots Fired: The Ambush of Corporal Shawn Kelly | Episode One

    In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard sits down with Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Deputy Dakota Naquin as Deputy Naquin recalls responding to the scene after hearing dispatch relayed “shots fired-officer down” and his pursuit of the suspect. Denham Springs Police Department Corporal Shawn Kelly passed away on June 2, 2023 due to gunshot wounds he sustained in May of 2023. Prior to his service with the Denham Springs Police Department, Kelly had served with the Louisiana Department of Corrections, totaling 29 years of law enforcement service. In his adult life, Kelly loved spending time with family, cooking, camping, and tinkering with things. Additionally, he loved to travel and gain new experiences. He was very passionate about his career and ensuring individuals in his community felt safe. In the early evening hours of May 11, 2023, Kelly had been working a traffic assignment when he responded to a scene in which a man was arguing with a woman he did not know in the parking lot of a shopping center. Upon arriving at the scene, the suspect shot Kelly multiple times. After being transported to a local hospital, Kelly remained in critical condition before succumbing to his injuries on June 2, 2023. Chapters 03:43 The Pursuit of a Suspect 10:51 Sheriff’s Deputy Dakota Naquin Experience 14:28 The Aftermath of the Shooting 21:22 Tactical Response to the Threat 27:46 The Impact of the Incident 35:30 Preparing for the Unexpected Keywords Shots Fired, Corporal Shawn Kelly, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Sheriff Jason Ard,

    40 min

  5. OCT 7

    The DARE Program | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #18

    In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, the Sheriff is joined by DARE Officers Lt. Gene Higginbotham and Sgt. Jason Hunt and the focus is on the DARE program, which stands for Drug Abuse Resistance Education. Sheriff Ard discusses the program's goals, its impact on youth, and the importance of DARE officers in schools. The conversation covers various topics including peer pressure, communication skills, stress management, bullying awareness, and the DARE decision-making model. The officers share their experiences and insights on how they engage with students and the lasting effects of the program on their lives. The episode concludes with a reflection on the role of family and community in supporting youth education and the significance of DARE essays in expressing students' understanding of the program. Chapters 02:52 Understanding DARE: Goals and Impact 06:14 The Role of DARE Officers 09:00 Peer Pressure and Communication Skills 11:51 Managing Stress in Youth 15:00 The Importance of Bullying Awareness 17:49 The Role of Family and Community 21:10 DARE Essays: Insights from Students Keywords Dare Officers, School Safety, Community Engagement, DARE, Drug Awareness, Mentorship, Social Media, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Education

    40 min

  6. SEP 23

    Cruising into Breast Cancer Awareness | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #17

    In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, the Sheriff focuses on LPSO’s community outreach initiatives during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Joining the Sheriff are Deputies Nancy McDonald, a breast cancer survivor, and Tommy Russell, who provides emotional support to families facing cancer. They highlight the traveling “Pink Unit” which makes hospital visits and community events, and emphasize the significance of building strong relationships and fostering a supportive environment to raise awareness! Chapters 00:50 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 02:28 Deputy Nancy's Survivor Story 04:37 Importance of Early Detection 06:44 Managing Stress and Positivity 08:02 Deputy Tommy's Involvement in Outreach 11:08 Praying for Families in Need 12:53 Community Connections Through the Pink Unit 18:44 Personal Loss and Its Impact 21:03 The Spirit of St. Jude 25:58 Giving Back to the Community 26:54 Episode Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks Keywords Breast Cancer Awareness, LPSO, Community Engagement, October, Drug Awareness, Livingston Parish, Law Enforcement, Behind the Scenes, Sheriff Jason Ard

    28 min

  7. SEP 9

    Cracking Down on Roblox | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #16

    Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and EBR Sheriff Sid Gautreaux join Sheriff Ard to topics including AG Murrill’s recent lawsuit against Roblox, the massive response this year by Louisiana Sheriff’s to join the ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) program, the rise of sextortion amongst teens and what the State of Louisiana AG’s office and your local law enforcement is doing to combat the issue. Chapters 03:50 The Roblox Lawsuit 11:00 Parents role in educating themselves on tactics 16:30 Revamping the LP Sex Crime Division 23:55 Overcoming Challenges to Stop Predators 30:20 Attorney General Liz Murrill is Taking a Stand #roblox #sheriffjasonard #LizMurrill #louisiana #ICAC #podcast

    38 min

  8. AUG 26

    Unsolved LPSO: Barbara Blount Part 5 | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #15

    In this 5th episode of the Barbara Blount series, Sheriff Jason Ard is joined by Chief Detective Major Ben Bourgeois, a 26 year veteran of the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office who has been working the Barbara Blount case for the entire 17 years since Barbara Blount has been missing.  If you have any information on the disappearance or whereabouts of Mrs. Barbara Blount you can contact  Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office: (225) 686-2241 RLRC Tip Line: 313-RLRC-TIP | (313) 757-2847 Capital Region Crime Stoppers: (225) 344-STOP (7867) *You can remain anonymous and a reward is being offered for information leading to and arrest and conviction Keywords Barbara Blount, missing person, investigation, community involvement, law enforcement, tips, justice, podcast, true crime, unsolved case

    31 min
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