St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office

Although I was unfortunately involved in an incident that involved the police, under the circumstances, I had the good fortune of being in Deputy Thomas Arsenaux's custody. I was with him for hours during the absolute worst time of my life and while I'm sure I was not thrilled to have his company at the time, I'm certain he wasn't my biggest fan either as I was not in the best state that night. We talked on the phone months after my incident and had a great conversation. Like countless others I'm sure, he's a great guy who's just doing his job like everyone else. Police officers do not get enough credit for the jobs they do. I have more respect for their profession than ever. There are some really good ones out there, and this is coming from the most unlikely source. I would be glad to meet him under much different circumstances in the future and thank him in person. Thank the next police officer you see because they're out there dealing with a lot of things so everyone else doesn't have to!

Dy. Kristin Wadenpfuhl in civil processing at the STPSO performed a request on my part in the most efficient, competent and courteous manner. I trust that Sheriff Smith and her supervisor will take note of such a valued employee of the Sheriff's Office. Thanks Kristin.nnSincerely,nGeorge scariano

Officers do not practice social distancing or even wear masks. I have had two close and scary encounters with this situation. With St. Tammany Parish having the 2nd highest rates of COVID in the state, you would think that the people who are supposed to set a positive influence for this community would do better. As somebody who works in a hospital this is so disappointing and dangerous. Do better, STPO.

Had just left a park on Hwy 59 with my daughter here in Mandeville and as we were driving through West Hwy 22 I noticed there blowing around in the middle of the road was our flag of the USA. The very next second I watch a Sheriff pull out of nowhere, pop on his lights, jump out and grab it up. This man didn't have to step out into traffic to do this, but he did because it was the right thing to do. For that alone, 5 stars today boys. Thank you for your service.

I was very impressed with STPSO Deputy Matthew Tanner. He was very professional and went out of his way to assist me. I cannot say enough kind words about this officer. May God watch over him and the rest of the hard working men and women of the STPSO.