LSU Police Department

06/09/2026

Join us in congratulating Chief Walters who recently completed the FBI National Command Course (NCC) Session #8 in Woodbridge, Virginia. Chief Walters was one of only 52 law enforcement leaders from across the nation selected to attend the prestigious National Command Course hosted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Session #8 consisted of 49 Chiefs of Police and 3 Sheriffs representing more than 40 states.

The FBI National Command Course is part of the FBI’s strategic leadership initiative designed to support local law enforcement agencies. Selection into the NCC is highly competitive and limited to executives serving in the role of Chief of Police or Sheriff. The one-week program focuses on advanced executive leadership and provides specialized instruction in strategic leadership, recruitment and retention, culture and influence, leading through change, officer health and wellness, and strengthening public trust and community partnerships.

The program also  improves interagency relationships and promotes more effective policing and public safety across the nation. The experience provided invaluable leadership development opportunities and the ability to build relationships with law enforcement executives from across the country. 

Congratulations Chief and Geaux Tigers! 💜💛🐅

06/03/2026

05/28/2026

This week, members of the Louisiana State University Police Department had the honor of welcoming and housing the Tunnel to Towers Foundation tribute as it passed through Baton Rouge and LSU before continuing their tour.

As we approach the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, this tribute serves as a reminder that the memory of that day, and the sacrifice that followed will never fade. We remember the innocent lives taken, the courage of the first responders who answered the call without hesitation, and the families who continue to carry that loss with them each day.

It was a privilege for our department to support this journey and to take a moment to reflect on the bravery, service, and sacrifice that continue to unite our nation nearly 25 years later. Honored to be one of the two college campuses visited on this journey. 💜💛🐅

05/20/2026

The Louisiana State University Police Department proudly recognizes Captain A. Bodine for his successful graduation from the prestigious School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety in Evanston, Illinois.

Captain Bodine successfully completed the rigorous twenty-two-week executive leadership and command program as a member of SPSC Class #614, joining a select group of law enforcement professionals from across the nation in advanced professional studies designed to prepare current and future leaders in public safety.

Throughout the program, Captain Bodine demonstrated exceptional dedication to professional growth, leadership development, and organizational excellence. The curriculum challenged students through extensive examinations, research projects, presentations, staff studies, and executive-level coursework focused on critical areas of modern law enforcement management.

The advanced training and leadership experience gained through the School of Police Staff and Command will provide lasting benefits to the department by strengthening organizational effectiveness, enhancing strategic decision-making, supporting progressive and modern policing practices, and further developing leadership capabilities within the agency.

Captain Bodine’s successful completion of this program reinforces the department’s ongoing commitment to professional development, continuing education, and excellence in public safety service.

Join us in congratulating Captain A. Bodine on this distinguished achievement and we look forward to the continued positive impact of his leadership, knowledge, and experience within the department and the university community. Geaux Tigers! 💜💛

05/11/2026

Officers from our Motors Division were honored to help other agencies across the area es**rt St. Jude patients and their families to the Dream Day Foundation’s annual Fishin’ Galore event in Clinton, LA.

Fishin’ Galore gives kids being treated at St. Jude a chance to spend the day enjoying fishing, games, archery, s***t shooting, and plenty of other activities with their families.

Our role was to help get them there safely and make the trip in something they could enjoy and remember.

We’re thankful to be a small part of an event that means so much to these families and proud to support the work being done by the Dream Day Foundation, volunteers, and everyone involved! 💜💛

05/05/2026

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At the Zachary Rotary Club luncheon, Marshall Walters, Chief of Police for the LSU Police Department, addressed Rotarians about the scope and demands of campus safety operations.

The department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with a staff of 60 commissioned police officers and 12 non-commissioned security officers. They are responsible for patrolling approximately 1,200 acres on the main campus of Louisiana State University, which includes more than 530 buildings.

For Spring 2026, LSU’s enrollment stands at 41,750 students, with a daily campus population of around 50,000. On football game days, that number surges dramatically, with between 120,000 and 200,000 people on campus—making LSU’s gameday population the 8th or 9th largest in the state.

To manage these crowds, approximately 500 officers are deployed on game days to handle traffic and security. The largest crowd on record occurred during a Southern vs. LSU matchup, drawing an estimated 250,000 attendees.

05/04/2026

Last Tuesday, LSU Police Department welcomed special guests from the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired as they finished up their LSU field trip.

Students learned about safety and how our officers keep campus secure. They also got to experience an exciting K9 demonstration from Officer Gensler and K9 Gilbert and learned how police K9’s use their powerful sense of smell to detect dangerous items.

To top it off, each student received a Junior Officer badge, and got an up-close look at a police car and motorcycle. Everyone had a chance to turn on the lights and sirens and even speak over the loudspeaker! A fun day indeed, we enjoyed having them stop by!

Geaux Tigers! 💜💛

04/24/2026

Over the last two days, several of our LSU Police Officers showed up in a big way.

Some rolled up their sleeves to donate blood for LifeShare, which has seen a serious shortage of donations this year. Others got swabbed, hoping to be a match for Little Miss Cate, an 11-year-old girl in need of a bone marrow transplant. Some officers participated in both.

Two different needs. Both life-saving.

Now it’s your turn.

If you’re 18–35, take a few minutes to get swabbed, you could be the match that saves her life. And if you’re able, please consider donating blood. The need is real, and it’s ongoing. Baton Rouge, let’s show up.

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04/15/2026

The voices behind the scenes that make everything we do possible. Our Communications Officers are the first to answer when someone in our community needs help and the constant support our officers rely on in the field.

They handle every call with focus, professionalism, and care no matter the situation. We’re grateful for the work they do every day and for the trust our community places in them.

Happy National Public Safety Telecommunications Week!

Not Pictured : Communications Officers Carmack, Mason, Walker, and Short