Jean Lafitte Police

10/13/2026

Jean Lafitte Police Department would like to introduce our newest Chief, Joseph “Joey” Kreger, Jr.

Please join us in welcoming Jean Lafitte’s new Chief of Police, Joseph “Joey” Kreger Jr.!

Chief Kreger brings more than 30 years of service with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. His career has spanned corrections, patrol, and leadership roles, including lieutenant and Commander of the Public Assignment Office. In that role, he oversaw four divisions, managed personnel and budgets, and coordinated daily security details involving approximately 250 deputies.

His hands-on law enforcement experience, leadership, and longstanding relationships with JPSO will help him lead our department and strengthen the partnership that serves our community.

To guide this important selection, the Town assembled a committee that included JPSO Chief Deputy John Fitzpatrick; Kerry Najolia, former JPSO training director and SWAT commander; Constable Brennan Rojas, whose decades of law enforcement experience and deep roots in our bayou community bring valuable insight into our residents’ needs; and Harry Cahill, a highly respected municipal attorney with decades of experience serving as legal counsel to Jean Lafitte and Grand Isle.

After reviewing and interviewing candidates, the committee made its recommendation. Mayor Yvette Crain evaluated that recommendation and selected Kreger, whose appointment was reviewed and approved by the Town Council.

Keeping our families safe is one of the Town’s greatest responsibilities. We are confident in Chief Kreger’s ability to meet that responsibility and look forward to supporting him and our officers as they serve the people of Jean Lafitte.

Congratulations and welcome, Chief Kreger!

10/08/2026

The Jean Lafitte Police Department extends our deepest condolences to the Gretna Police Department, the families, friends, and loved ones of Lieutenant Joseph “Joe” Dean and Officer William “Butch” Walden.

The loss of two dedicated law enforcement officers is felt deeply throughout the law enforcement community. Their years of service, commitment, and sacrifice to the citizens of Gretna will never be forgotten.

During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with their families, their brothers and sisters in blue, and the entire Gretna community.

May Lieutenant Dean and Officer Walden rest in eternal peace. Your watch is over; we’ll take it from here. 🖤💙🖤

From your brothers and sisters at the Jean Lafitte Police Department, we stand with you.

𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤. 🖤🕊️ 🖤🕊️

We are deeply saddened by the passing of 𝐋𝐢𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐡 "𝐉𝐨𝐞" 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦 "𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐡" 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧. Both dedicated their lives to protecting our community, serving long, distinguished, and honorable careers in law enforcement.

The City of Gretna, our community, and the entire Gretna Police Department are infinitely better because of the dedication, bravery, and friendship these fine public servants offered every day. They were more than just colleagues; they were protectors of our streets and true friends to many.

We extend our most heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of both Joe and Butch. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this incredibly difficult time.

Rest in peace, Lieutenant Dean and Officer Walden. We have the watch from here. 👮‍♂️💙

10/02/2026

Reminder of road closure this evening. Please make the proper accommodations.

Thank you, stay safe!

🚨 Road Closure 🚨

The Rosethorne Homecoming Parade will be taking place on October 2 at 6pm.

The road will be closed for approximately thirty minutes from the 800 block of Jean Lafitte Blvd. to Evida St.

Please make the proper accommodations due to the road closure.

Congrats to the Rosethorne Rebels Homecoming court!

❤️💙
As always, stay safe!

09/18/2026

🚨 Road Closure 🚨

The Rosethorne Homecoming Parade will be taking place on October 2 at 6pm.

The road will be closed for approximately thirty minutes from the 800 block of Jean Lafitte Blvd. to Evida St.

Please make the proper accommodations due to the road closure.

Congrats to the Rosethorne Rebels Homecoming court!

❤️💙
As always, stay safe!

09/11/2026

🇺🇸
We Will Never Forget

Please join the men and women of the Jean Lafitte Police Department to remember the lives lost and the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice 25 years ago, today.

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We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget.

We remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and we honor the brave first responders who ran toward danger while others were running away. Their courage, sacrifice, and selflessness will forever be etched in our hearts.

May we always remember those we lost, honor those who served, and never forget the sacrifices made that day. 🇺🇸

09/11/2026

Jean Lafitte Police would like to thank the community for a safe and fun homecoming parade!

We would like to give a huge thank you to our officers who made this event as safe as possible:

Captain Darren Dufrene
Sgt. Frank Rawle
Sgt. Kolby Arabie
Ofc. Tim Walker

Congratulations to Fisher’s Homecoming Court and good luck boys on Saturday’s game! Go Gators!

As always, stay safe!

09/10/2026

Please be prepared for road closures today.

🚨Homecoming Parade🚨

Good afternoon community!

The Fisher Homecoming parade is scheduled for Thursday, September 10th at 445pm. The roads will close a few minutes before the parade rolls off Gloria Dr. Please make accommodations due to the roads being blocked. The parade is about 30 minutes or so and disbands on City Park Dr.

As always, stay safe!

09/07/2026

This Thursday.
Please plan accordingly for road closures.

Thank you, stay safe!

🚨Homecoming Parade🚨

Good afternoon community!

The Fisher Homecoming parade is scheduled for Thursday, September 10th at 445pm. The roads will close a few minutes before the parade rolls off Gloria Dr. Please make accommodations due to the roads being blocked. The parade is about 30 minutes or so and disbands on City Park Dr.

As always, stay safe!