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In this episode of "Behind the Scenes," Sheriff Jason Ard is joined by With Captain Brandon Ashford and Lieutenant Jeff Beatty as they discuss their role in the investigation into the case of Kayla Denham, a 24-year-old massage therapist who went missing in 2017 in Livingston Parish, which led into a homicide investigation. Chapters 04:00 Meet the Investigators 05:54 Discovering Key Evidence 08:06 Processing the Crime Scene 11:18 Uncovering the Truth 12:17 The Indian War Club 14:44 Arresting the Suspect 16:35 The Aftermath and Reflection 21:14 Wrapping Up the Investigation Follow “Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard on YouTube here: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/ff4904df/grAWHM0Lr0mn69l5RXqNVw?u=https://www.youtube.com/@BTSpodcast911

In this episode of "Behind the Scenes," Sheriff Jason Ard is joined by seasoned officers Tyler Reine and Captain Ken McMorris as they discuss the unsettling case of Kayla Denham, a 24-year-old massage therapist who went missing in 2017 in Livingston Parish, leading to a homicide investigation. Chapters 00:37 The Homicide Case of Kayla Denham 01:35 Meet the Team Behind the Investigation 04:32 Initial Response to the Missing Person Report 09:30 Discovering Clues at the Crime Scene 14:09 Uncovering the Truth at the House 18:28 Gathering Evidence and Witness Accounts 25:09 The Dark Secrets of the House 28:51 Moving Forward with the Investigation #LPSO #SheriffJasonArd #LivingstonParish #Podcast #KaylaDenham

In this episode of “Behind the Scenes” with Sheriff Jason Ard, the Sheriff sits down with ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Task Force Officer, Sergeant Kyle Hotard as they discuss his role catching online predators as part of the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office ICAC Division. Timestamps 02:00 The Importance of ICAC's Work 12:32 Weekly Operations of ICAC 24:06 Identifying Victims and Building Cases 28:32 Educating Parents About Online Safety 37:59 Collaboration with Local Agencies 43:52 Importance of Evidence in Investigations 50:22 The Role of Parents in Safety Keywords ICAC, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Sheriff Jason Ard

In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, The Sheriff sits down with Kyle Hebert and LPSO Detention Center Chaplin Mark Carroll as they discuss the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office F.A.I.R. (Family Approach to Inmate Re-entry) Program. The FAIR Program places an emphasis on God and giving those incarcerated the tools needed to become better citizens upon prison release and lower recidivism Livingston Parish, Louisiana. Timestamps 06:46 The FAIR Program Overview 16:45 Program Structure and Curriculum 21:58 Importance of Individual Commitment 27:24 Success Stories and Impact 30:41 The Role of Baptism in Transformation 36:19 Closing Blessing  Keywords FAIR Program, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Sheriff Jason Ard

The 38th Annual Christmas Crusade In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, The Sheriff sits down with his Public Information Officer Lori Steele as they recount emotional moments in the history of the program, Bring you behind the scenes of the crusade and stress the invaluable community partnerships involved in making the program a success. Timestamps 00:39 39th AnnualChristmas Crusade 02:22 The Role of the Community 04:00 Behind the Scenes of the Crusade 07:54 Organizing the Toy Distribution 11:10 The Tradition of Giving 12:04 Personal Stories of Impact 14:48 The Stress of Fundraising 19:29 Community Partnerships in Action 21:59 The Importance of Awareness Keywords Christmas crusade, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Sheriff Jason Ard

n this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, The Sheriff sits down with Shawn Kelly’s daughter, Addison Kelly, as she honors her dad by sharing some little known facts and giving a unique glimpse into the family life of 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

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

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

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

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, 

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

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

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 

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

In this 4th episode of the Barbara Blount series, Sheriff Jason Ard is joined by Deputy Derrick Bozeman, Derrick, who prior to bringing employed by LPSO at just 18 years old, was the person who found Mrs Barbara Blount’s vehicle, which was semi-hidden in a tree line just off of a gravel entrance to a hunting club.  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 Blunt, missing person, investigation, community involvement, law enforcement, tips, justice, podcast, true crime, unsolved case