Port Allen Police Department

05/14/2026

Field Day 2026

“Chief Mitchell participating in the color run “

05/14/2026

May 14, 2026

Today, Chief Mitchell and officers with the Port Allen Police Department had the opportunity to join the staff, teachers, and students at Cohn Elementary School for an exciting and fun-filled Field Day celebration.

The Port Allen Police Department always values opportunities to engage with our schools and community in a positive way. Seeing the smiles, energy, and teamwork displayed by the students made for a great day of fellowship and encouragement.

Chief Mitchell and our officers appreciate the dedication of the teachers and staff who work daily to create a positive learning environment for our youth. Events like Field Day help strengthen relationships between students, educators, and law enforcement while promoting unity, safety, and community pride.

Thank you to Cohn Elementary for allowing us to be part of such a memorable day. We look forward to continuing to support and encourage the students of our community both inside and outside the classroom.

05/10/2026

Mothers, enjoy your day!

04/17/2026

Traffic Alert‼️ Stay Informed & Plan Accordingly 🚗

EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH- DOTD announces lane closures as part of the I-10 Widening Project. These closures, which are necessary for the progression of the project, will affect night traffic patterns.

Nighttime Closures:
I-10 Westbound Flyover to Mississippi River Bridge
• Friday, April 17 to Monday, April 20
• Nightly full closure from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

I-10 Westbound Flyover to Mississippi River Bridge
• Friday, April 24 to Monday, April 27
• Nightly full closure from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

04/16/2026

04/16/2026

We are hiring, please see the flyer below! *Position announcement is continuous until all positions are filled.

04/16/2026

🚨 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 🚨

The Port Allen Police Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the dedicated professionals at West Baton Rouge Parish Central 911 Communications Center.

Behind every call for service is a calm voice, a steady presence, and a critical link between the public and first responders. Our dispatchers work tirelessly, often behind the scenes, to ensure officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel have the information they need to respond quickly and safely.

Their professionalism, commitment, and ability to perform under pressure do not go unnoticed. They are truly the first first responders.

👏 Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your unwavering dedication to keeping our community safe.

We are proud to serve alongside you.

04/13/2026

April 13, 2026

The Port Allen Police Department, along with Chief Mitchell, extends our deepest condolences on the passing of Mrs. Ray Helen Lawrence—a devoted educator, former District 1 councilwoman, and lifelong resident of our community.

Mrs. Lawrence’s life was defined by service, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to the people of Port Allen. Through her years in education, she helped shape the minds and futures of countless young people. In her role as a councilwoman, she worked diligently to represent and uplift her district, leaving a lasting imprint on the city she loved.

Her legacy is one of leadership, integrity, and care for others. She will be remembered not only for her accomplishments, but for the kindness and strength she showed to everyone she encountered.

We join her family, friends, and the entire Port Allen community in mourning her loss and celebrating a life well lived. Mrs. Lawrence’s contributions will not be forgotten, and her spirit will continue to inspire those who follow.

Respectfully,
Chief Mitchell
Port Allen Police Department

04/08/2026

Take Steps for Autism Awareness!

Join the Port Allen Police Department and the WBRP Library as we come together to support Autism Awareness.

Scan the QR code to join the challenge today!

Note: You do not have to be physically present at the library for your steps to count.

04/06/2026

Good morning All , Hope everyone had a Happy Easter.. here are the stats for March 2026.

Total Calls 210
Traffic Violations Issued 45
Arrest / Misdemeanor Summons Issued 17

This sums up the report record incident log for the week of March 1, 2026 – March 31, 2026

04/03/2026

☔️⛈️ Stay up to date on this weekend’s weather!

Severe Weather Update - Easter Weekend

The Storm Prediction Center has removed the severe weather potential for the WAFB viewing area on Saturday. However, severe storms are possible for northern-central Louisiana, northern Mississippi and eastern Texas. Heavy rain, hail and damaging winds are the main concerns.