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The vision of the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office is to be perceived as the finest sheriff’s department in the state of Louisiana.
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Please visit our official website at www.ascensionsheriff.com for more information. DO NOT use this page to report crime. If you have an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. Non-emergencies, please call 225-621-8300, option 1. Comments posted by others on this page are not to be considered the opinion of the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office.
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10/31/2026

UPDATE: One lane of Dutchtown Point Avenue has reopened. Access to City Heights Apartment Complex and The Preserve at Old Dutchtown has also reopened.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT

Dutchtown Point Avenue near Preserve Trail is closed due to a single vehicle crash involving a utility pole. Serious but nonfatal injuries have been reported.

Access to City Heights Apartment Complex and The Preserve at Old Dutchtown is also closed due to roadway hazards.

There is currently no estimated time for the roadway to reopen. We will provide updates as they become available.

10/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to Boo with the Badge at Holy Rosary’s La Fête des Bayous! We had a blast! 🧡🖤

See someone you know? Tag them below so they can find their picture, too!

Don’t forget! Join us tomorrow, Saturday, October 31, at 6 p.m. for our annual Boo & the Badge Halloween Party at the Sheriff’s WAG Center and Study Commons in Donaldsonville!

🎃 Official Trick-or-Treating Hours Saturday:

- Ascension Parish and Donaldsonville: 6–9 p.m.

- Gonzales city limits: 6–8 p.m.

Safety Reminder: We encourage parents to supervise young children, stay aware of their surroundings, and plan safe trick-or-treating routes. Parents can also use our online s*x offender registry to check for registered offenders in their neighborhoods:

🔗 https://www.sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54371

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween! 👻

10/29/2026

TWO ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH ARMED ROBBERY IN GONZALES

Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office detectives have arrested two men in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Babin Road in Gonzales.

On July 12, 2026, deputies responded to a reported armed robbery. During the investigation, detectives with our Violent Crimes Unit learned that the incident stemmed from a previously arranged meeting involving a potential transaction. An altercation occurred during which the victim sustained injuries and personal property was taken.

Investigators identified two suspects, Dontrell Washington, 40, of Gonzales, and Chase Cleveland, 36, of Thibodaux. Both were subsequently arrested in connection with the incident.

Washington was charged with:
-Principal to armed robbery
-Criminal conspiracy to commit armed robbery

Cleveland was charged with:
-Possession of a fi***rm by a convicted felon
-Armed robbery
-Armed robbery with use of a fi***rm
-Home invasion
-Aggravated assault with a fi***rm
-Criminal conspiracy to commit armed robbery

10/29/2026

Looking for trick-or-treat plans for the kids? We’ve got you covered!

TONIGHT, October 29: Join us for Boo with the Badge from 5–7 p.m. at Holy Rosary’s La Fête des Bayous festival (Hwy 429). A special hour for children with special needs will take place from 4–5 p.m.

SATURDAY, October 31: Don’t miss our annual Boo & the Badge Halloween Party beginning at 6 p.m. at the Sheriff’s WAG Center and Study Commons in Donaldsonville!

🎃 Official Trick-or-Treating Hours Saturday:

-Ascension Parish and Donaldsonville: 6–9 p.m.

-Gonzales city limits: 6–8 p.m.

Safety Reminder: As families prepare for Halloween, we encourage parents to supervise young children, stay aware of their surroundings, and plan safe trick-or-treating routes. Parents can also use our online s*x offender registry to check for registered offenders in their neighborhoods:

🔗 https://www.sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54371

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween! 👻

📌 See flyers for additional event details.

10/28/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: I-10 EASTBOUND EXIT TO LA 30 CLOSURE 10/28

According to DOTD, the I-10 Eastbound off ramp to LA 30 will be fully closed, Wednesday, October 28, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. while crews install an overhead sign and support structure.

Detour: Motorists traveling I-10 Eastbound should continue to Exit 179 (LA 44), turn left onto LA 44, then turn left onto LA 30 Westbound.

I-10 Westbound will not be affected, and motorists will still be able to access LA 30 from that direction.

Drivers should expect delays and use caution when traveling through the work zone.

10/28/2026

Thank you to Acadian Ambulance for providing lunch to our deputies and other first responders! 🤗

10/28/2026

Today, we honor the heroes who never hesitate to answer the call to serve!

Thank you to all the brave men and women who keep our community safe through your courage, compassion, and dedication.

A special thank you to our APSO deputies who work tirelessly each day to serve and protect the people of Ascension Parish.

We appreciate you, today and always! 💙

10/27/2026

VENDORS STILL NEEDED! 🍂

We are still accepting vendors for our 2026 Seniors And Lawmen Together (SALT) Fall Health Expo on Tuesday, November 17, at the Lamar Dixon REV Building in Gonzales.

This annual event brings together hundreds of local seniors with businesses, organizations and health resources from throughout our community.

Interested in being a vendor? There's still time to register! The deadline is Wednesday, November 4.

📄 Download and print the registration form here:
https://ascension-sheriffs.files.svdcdn.com/production/Documents/2026-SALT-Expo-Flyer-and-Vendor-Registration.pdf?dm=1789492001

For more information, contact Sgt. Misty Turner at 225-621-8827 or [email protected].

10/27/2026

We had a great time celebrating Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness with our Grandparents Raising Grandchildren group last week at the APSO Study Commons!

The group enjoyed a friendly game of Family Feud hosted by former New England Patriots player Jarvis Green, along with BINGO led by APSO Captain Tony Tureau.

Participants also had an opportunity to sign our specially wrapped awareness vehicle, sharing messages of support for those impacted by breast cancer and domestic violence.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event a success!

10/27/2026

Congratulations to the following deputies on their recent promotions:

Major Adam Brasseaux – Corrections

Lieutenant Brittany Lagrange – Communications

Staff Sergeant Amanda Armenio – Communications

Staff Sergeant Madison Capello – Investigative Support Unit

Thank you all for your hard work, dedication, and continued service to the citizens of Ascension Parish. We appreciate your commitment and wish you continued success in your new roles!

Address

828 S Irma Boulevard
Gonzales, LA
70737

Telephone

+12256218300

Website

http://www.ascensionsheriff.com/

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