On November 6, 2026, the Natchitoches Police Department met at the Council Chambers to announce promotions and commendations.
Below is the list of promotions and commendations:
- Susan Johnson was promoted to Assistant Chief of Police
- Jessica Williams was promoted to Captain
- John Greely was promoted to Lieutenant
- Alexis Nelson was promoted to Sergeant
- Gavin Watson was promoted to Sergeant
- Jeffery Franks Jr. was promoted to Sergeant
- Abbie Baker was promoted to Corporal
- Kenton Lacaze was promoted to Corporal
Animal Control Officer Ronald Dellinger was awarded the Life Saving Award for rendering aid to an automobile crash victim while waiting on paramedics to arrive. The Life Saving Award is given to an officer who is credited with taking physical action that results in a life being saved from certain death.
Lieutenant Robert Williams and Corporal Allen Holmes were awarded the Motorcycle Service Ribbon. This ribbon is worn by any certified Motors Officer who is currently serving with the Natchitoches Police Department.
Police Communications Officer Whitney Wolf was awarded Employee of the Month for the Natchitoches Police Department.
If you would like to report suspicious activity please contact the Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.
How to report an anonymous tip via Natchitoches Crime Stoppers:
You can also report a tip anonymously by calling Natchitoches Crime Stoppers at (318) 238-2388. All tips remain confidential and the caller can receive a cash reward up to $5,000 for the arrest of an offender.
