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EPSO Arrests

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail. Arrested were the following persons:

Active month of September results in drug arrests

On the 9 th of September 2021 the Evangeline Parish Sheriffs Departments Narcotics Unit along with the Criminal Investigations Unit, conducted a search warrant on a residence located 1020 Rev.

Blake enjoys living Zydeco culture

Cajun and Swamp Pop music seem to dominate the musical landscape of Evangeline Parish, but another form of music is woven into the cultural tapestry of the area.

At the Library

September is “library card sign-up” month. For the children, we have fun “new member” bags, and their first card is FREE when they sign up with a parent.

EPSO reports missing juvenile

VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586- The Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office needs the public's assistance in locating a juvenile run-away.

Finding “concensus”

Pursuant to state and federal law, the police jury districts in Evangeline Parish will look a little different following population shifts recorded in the most recent United States Census.

Hunting with Dino

Fathers and sons in Evangeline have a unique relationship that is not seen in other areas of the country. For example, they share the same nicknames. Take into account Dr.