Richland Parish Sheriff's Office

06/04/2026

☎️Another record-high for 911 calls☎️

📈Richland Parish Emergency Call-Takers have received a record-breaking amount of 9-1-1 calls for 8 out of the past 12 months. Answering nearly 1,000 calls in May and over 4,700 this year, they are on track to set a new yearly record🔥

On top of answering 911 calls, the RPSO call-takers also answer non-emergency calls and dispatch. Staffed at 2 per 12-hour shift, their load is dramatically increasing❗️

💙We appreciate their hard work and energy put into every shift and are doing whatever we can to assist them

*Edited to add we are not proud of these stats👎The purpose of this post is to acknowledge all of the dispatchers' hard work in response to their drastically growing demand. More calls = more work for everyone involved🥵

More stats and 911 info can be found on our website at www.richland911.org See less

06/01/2026

FREE BOATER EDUCATION COURSE

Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office Training Facility
456 Highway 15
Rayville, Louisiana 71269
July 18, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm
Lunch will be provided

Learn Essential Boating Safety Skills

✔ Louisiana boating laws and regulations
✔ Required safety equipment
✔ Navigation rules and markers
✔ Boat operation and maintenance
✔ Personal watercraft safety
✔ Trailering and launching procedures
✔ Emergency preparedness on the water

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Louisiana Boater Education Certificate.

Anyone born on or after January 1, 1984, must possess a valid Louisiana Boater Education Certificate to operate a motorboat over 10 horsepower in Louisiana.

REGISTER TODAY

Register Online

https://louisianaoutdoors.com/events/195576

Hosted by the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office

“Knowledge. Safety. Responsibility on the Water.”

05/28/2026

Today, the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office proudly recognized Candis (Ellington) Rodriguez for her faithful and dedicated service to the citizens of Richland Parish.

For nearly three decades, Candis has served with commitment, loyalty, and compassion, making a lasting impact on our agency and community. Her hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for all she has contributed throughout her career.

Sheriff Neal Harwell and the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office thank Candis (Ellington) Rodriguez for 27 years of service and dedication. We hope you enjoy your family and some much-needed relaxation. Congratulations on this incredible milestone!

05/27/2026

We are so saddened to announce that we must cancel our TRIAD “Day at the Lake” event once again due to the continued weather concerns.

After several attempts to reschedule, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the event for this year. Our goal is always to provide a safe, enjoyable, and memorable day for our seniors, and unfortunately the weather has simply not cooperated with us this year.

We truly appreciate everyone’s understanding, support, and excitement for this event. We look forward to bringing “Day at the Lake” back bigger and better next year.

Thank you all for your continued support of the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office TRIAD Program.

05/27/2026

A beautiful reminder that even the darkest skies can still produce something amazing.

Double rainbow spotted over Richland Parish this evening. If you captured pictures from your area, drop them in the comments below!

05/25/2026

Beginning the evening of May 26th through May 29th, Kansas City Southern Railroad will be closing the railroad crossing at Hwy 609 and U.S. 80 in Dunn for roadway and railroad crossing repairs.

The railroad crossing at Hwy 183 and U.S. 80 in Holly Ridge is now open to traffic.

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes during this time.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while these repairs are being completed

05/25/2026

05/19/2026

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office and Delhi Police Department responded to a shooting in the 100 block of 2nd Street in Delhi.

Upon arrival, deputies learned the victim had been transported by private vehicle to the Delhi Emergency Room, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The victim has been identified as Christopher Washington, 20, of Delhi.

Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office, Delhi Police Department, Louisiana State Police, and the Ouachita Parish Crime Scene Unit all responded to the scene.

This morning at approximately 7:00 a.m., Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office arrested a 15-year-old male in connection with the case. He has been charged with Second Degree Murder and Illegal Possession of a Firearm by a Juvenile.

05/14/2026

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE

Beginning May 18th through May 21st, Kansas City Southern Railroad will be closing the railroad crossing on Hwy 183 at the intersection of Hwy 80 in Holly Ridge, Louisiana for roadway and railroad crossing repairs.

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes during this time.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while these repairs are being completed.