From Sheriff James Pohlmann and the men and women of the St. Bernard Sheriff’s O
From Sheriff James Pohlmann and the men and women of the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Happy Thanksgiving.
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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office participates in annual Veterans Day parade
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office participates in annual Veterans Day parade
The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office joined forces with several other agencies, including Parish Government and the Fire Department, to participate in the parish’s annual Veterans Day parade held Sunday, Nov. 8 in Chalmette, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.
Coordinated by St. Bernard Parish Government, the celebration is held each year to show appreciation for veterans of all branches of the military who have served in the past, as well as those who serve and protect today.
The parade, which began at 9 a.m. near the corner of West Judge Perez Drive and Old Hickory Avenue, disbanded at the Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center in Chalmette. Several veterans groups as well as The Shriners participated in the parade along with school marching groups and Honor Guard, Color Guard and ROTC.
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Immediately following the parade, parish officials honored veterans during a ceremony in front of the Veterans Monument at the Civic Center.
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Drug Take-Back Day set for Oct. 24
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Drug Take-Back Day set for Oct. 24
St. Bernard Parish Sheriff James Pohlmann encourages residents to properly dispose of unwanted or expired prescriptions and over-the-counter medications on Saturday, Oct. 24 as the Sheriff’s Office participates in the annual National Prescription Drug Take-Back.
Narcotics officers with the St. Bernard Sheriff's Office will accept unwanted medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Special Investigations Division substation, 7001 W. Judge Perez Drive in Arabi, near the corner of Aycock Street.
"Residents should take this opportunity to clean out their medicine cabinets and get rid of unused drugs so they don't fall into the hands of youngsters who might misuse them or thieves who could sell them on our streets," Sheriff Pohlmann said.
The initiative, part of a national effort spearheaded by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, has seen more than 4.8 million pounds of prescription drugs collected since its inception in 2010.
For those not able to make the Oct. 24 event, the Sheriff’s Office also has a drop box located year-round at the substation at 4700 Paris Road in Chalmette.
The drop box located at the Paris Road substation was installed as part of an initiative by state Attorney General Jeff Landry, Blue Cross Blue Shield and the National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators. The goal of the initiative is to have a location in every Louisiana parish where residents can drop off unwanted medications at any time in an effort to fight the opioid epidemic.
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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrests two youths in connection with vehicle theft
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrests two youths in connection with vehicle thefts in Arabi
St. Bernard Parish Sheriff James Pohlmann urges residents not to let a stranger’s youth lure them into a false sense of security after detectives with the Criminal Investigations Bureau arrested a couple of youths from New Orleans in connection with two vehicle thefts that occurred Thursday, Sept. 24 in Arabi, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.
The two females, ages 15 and 11, were both booked Friday, Sept. 25 with simple robbery, two counts of theft of a motor vehicle, and one count of theft. The 15 year old also was booked on an outstanding warrant out of St. Bernard for theft of a motor vehicle from an incident that occurred in July in Arabi.
On Thursday, Sept. 24, at approximately 4 p.m., Sheriff Pohlmann said, deputies responded to a call about a vehicle theft in the 300 block of Angela Avenue.
When deputies arrived on the scene, they were met by an elderly male victim who said two young females knocked on his door and asked if they could come inside and use his phone. While inside the residence, the girls stole the victim’s keys and when they left the residence, they took his vehicle as well.
A few hours later, Sheriff Pohlmann said, deputies responded to another call about a vehicle theft, this time in the 2100 block of Aycock Street in Arabi.
When deputies arrived on the scene of this incident, they met with an eldery female who said two young females knocked on her door and asked to use her phone. After the girls left, the female victim noticed both her keys and wallet were missing, along with her vehicle.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Bureau were able to identify the suspects through eyewitness accounts and video surveillance.
Once in custody, both females admitted to the thefts and were transported to the St. Bernard Parish Prison Juvenile Detention Center to be booked accordingly.
Sheriff Pohlmann encourages citizens to remain vigilant, and report any suspicious activity in their neighborhood.
Citizens who want to share information with detectives about criminal activity pertaining to St. Bernard Parish or any of its residents, can do so anonymously through the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Bureau’s new tip hotline, (504) 271-TIPS or 8477.
If a detective isn’t available to answer, the Sheriff said, callers can leave a detailed message, and either choose to provide their contact information, or remain anonymous.
The Sheriff said residents who feel they are in danger or in need of immediate assistance should call 911. Non-emergency issues such as requesting to speak with a deputy also can be handled by calling (504) 271-2501.
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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Dep. Richard Scheuermann
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Dep. Richard Scheuermann
receives Kiwanis Club Life Saver Award
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Dep. Richard Scheuermann received the 2020 Kiwanis Club of St. Bernard-Arabi Life Saver Award at a banquet hosted by Kiwanis today (Sept. 22) at Rocky and Carlo’s Restaurant in Chalmette, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.
Dep. Scheuermann, a seven-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office who works in the Field Operations Bureau Patrol Division, was honored for his efforts to save a woman who attempted to end her life in June, 2020.
On June 6, Sheriff Pohlmann said, Dep. Scheuermann responded to a call about an adult female who was wanting to commit suicide.
When Dep. Scheuermann arrived on the scene, the female was becoming increasingly agitated and physically uncooperative so he placed her in handcuffs for her safety and had her sit in the front seat of a family member’s vehicle.
As emergency medical technicians were trying to tend to the female, she ran from them and dove into Bayou Bienvenu while still handcuffed. Without hesitation, and in full uniform and duty rig, Dep. Scheuermann jumped in the Bayou after the female and was able to safely help her out of the water, saving her life.
The female was then transported to an area hospital for treatment.
Lt. Richard Barr, Dep. Scheuermann’s supervisor, said he is not surprised by his deputy’s actions.
“Dep. Scheuermann always gives me 100 percent each and every day,” Lt. Barr said. “The fact that he did this does not surprise me at all.”
Dep. Scheuermann, who comes from a family of law enforcement officers, said he just did what comes naturally to him.
“Honestly it all happened so fast that nothing went through my mind. I jumped in after her because it’s what we as law enforcement officers do,” he said. “We don’t always have time to think about what to do sometimes. We just have to do it.”
Helping others is something that is just in his blood, said Dep. Scheuermann, whose father and uncle also are in law enforcement. His father, Dep. Randy Scheuermann, has been a police officer for 51 years.
“Other than growing up looking up to the greatest man and police officer I know (my Dad) and wanting to be just like him, I have always had a thing for helping those in need and putting others first and trying to make a difference in the world any way possible,” he said.
Receiving the LifeSaver award is an honor, Dep. Scheuermann said.
“It’s a small reminder of why I wake up and put on the badge, and, at the end of the day, it reminds me why I chose this career in the first place, to help those in need!” he said.
Knowing he is making a difference in his community means a lot to him.
“It felt good to know that someone called because they were in need of help and I was one of the officers to show up, and at the end of the day, a life was saved,” he said.
Dep. Scheuermann who has been in the Patrol Division for two years, also worked in Corrections at St. Bernard Parish Prison for five years and is a member of the SWAT team.
“I actually would like to work in every division in the department at some point in my career to gain as much knowledge as the job has to offer,” he said. “I love waking up in the morning knowing that I won’t be doing the same thing that I did yesterday, but also not knowing what the day will bring.”
Kiwanis Life Saver Committee Chairman Sam Catalanotto said the Kiwanis Club started presenting these awards more than a decade ago as a way to recognize first-responders in the parish for the work they do to protect the public. The award is presented quarterly to parish first responders chosen by the Sheriff's Office and Fire Department, he said.
"They are the first people through the door, and usually the last ones out, in an emergency, putting their lives on the line everyday,” Catalanotto said.
Anyone interested in joining the St. Bernard/Arabi Kiwanis Club community service organization is welcome to attend one of its luncheons each Tuesday at noon in the Rocky and Carlo’s Sicilian Room, 613 W. St. Bernard Highway in Chalmette. For more information, call Robby Showalter at (504) 616-7312.
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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office warns residents of phone scam
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office warns residents of phone scam
St. Bernard Sheriff James Pohlmann would like to inform residents of a phone scam that has been brought to his attention.
Victims have reported receiving phone calls stating they must pay money or a warrant will be issued for their arrest due to their failure to appear in court.
The caller, who claims to be a deputy with the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office, instructs the victim to send money to void the warrant and avoid arrest for being in contempt of court.
The Sheriff also warns the number seen on caller ID may not be accurate and could be spoofed by the caller.
Sheriff Pohlmann wants residents to know the majority of the time a valid arrest warrant is served in person by law enforcement officials; however, in some circumstances a law enforcement official may call you if you have a warrant, but under no circumstances will that officer ever ask anyone to give them money by any means or form of payment.
If you have received a call from someone claiming to be a deputy with the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office asking you for money to avoid arrest, call the Sheriff’s Office at (504) 271-2501.
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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting in eastern St. Bernard
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting in eastern St. Bernard
The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting of an adult male victim that occurred shortly before 6 p.m. on Monday, August 17 on the East Judge Perez Drive extension near Torres Drive in St. Bernard community, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.
The victim was transported to an area hospital to be treated. The extent of his injuries are not known at this time.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about this incident who would like to share it with detectives can do so anonymously through the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Bureau’s tip hotline, (504) 271-TIPS or 8477, or by calling Crimestoppers GNO at (504) 822-1111. Tipsters can remain anonymous, do not have to testify and could be eligible for a cash reward.
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St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office reminds residents school is back in session
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office reminds residents school is back in session
The 2020-21 school year for St. Bernard Parish schools kicks off this week, and Sheriff James Pohlmann reminds residents to drive cautiously and obey school zone speed limits in the mornings and afternoons.
“We want residents to be mindful of reduced speed limits near our schools, and watch for students walking in the areas near schools,” the Sheriff said. “Also, be prepared for school buses making frequent stops to pick up or drop off students.”
Sheriff Pohlmann said deputies with the Field Operations Bureau Traffic Division will be making extra patrols in school areas during mornings and afternoons to ensure residents are driving cautiously and being mindful of posted speed limits.
To report any traffic issues in school zones, call (504) 278-7677 or (504) 271-2501.
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St. Bernard Sheriff James Pohlmann celebrates 37 years in law enforcement.
St. Bernard Sheriff James Pohlmann celebrates 37 years in law enforcement
In the early 1980s, a young teenager, fresh out of high school decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and take a job as a police officer. At the time, he had no idea just how much that decision would impact the course of his life.
Fast forward nearly four decades later and that 18-year-old who first became a cop in 1983 is the man we have proudly called the Sheriff of St. Bernard Parish for the past eight years – Sheriff James Pohlmann.
On Aug. 1, Sheriff Pohlmmann, affectionately known by many as either “Jimmy” or “Jimbo,” celebrated his 37th anniversary as a law enforcement officer, having honorably served his entire career in St. Bernard Parish. Born and raised here, Sheriff Pohlmann has dedicated his whole adult life to keeping his hometown safe.
During his career, Sheriff Pohlmann worked hard and earned his way up through the ranks from a deputy in corrections to the department’s top job. He has served in virtually all divisions of the Sheriff’s Office, including Corrections, Communications, Patrol, Traffic, Criminal Investigations and SWAT. He has also held various command posts in the department, including SWAT Commanding Officer and Chief of Field Operations.
After serving as chief deputy for former St. Bernard Sheriff Jack A. Stephens for nearly four years, overseeing all law enforcement operations, he was first elected Sheriff in November 2011. He was re-elected without opposition in 2015 and in 2019, and began serving his third four-year term as Sheriff on July 1.
When asked what he would say if he could offer any advice to his young 18-year-old self when he first started, the Sheriff said, “I would tell him not to change a thing. I’ve been very blessed throughout my career.”
Please join the men and women of the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office in congratulating Sheriff Pohlmann and thanking him for his many years of public service and dedication to “Keeping St. Bernard Safe.”
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY FUNDRAISER
Crawfish Fest Christmas in July fundraiser to benefit toy giveaway
The Louisiana Crawfish Festival in Chalmette that started more than 40 years ago, has donated more than $1 million in festival proceeds to worthy causes in St. Bernard Parish in the last 10 years alone.
Each year, the Louisiana Crawfish Fest Foundation uses some of those proceeds to fund an annual children’s toy giveaway at Christmastime. During the event, held in December at the Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center in Chalmette, St. Bernard children ages 12 and under are invited to pick their own free toy.
Due to COVID, the Louisiana Crawfish Festival could not be held this year. To ensure local children still have a Merry Christmas, the Foundation is holding a “Christmas in July” fundraiser and here’s how you can help.
By making a donation to the toy giveaway fund, even if it’s just the $5 you would have paid to attend the festival back in March, you can help the Foundation continue this annual tradition and make Christmas just a little brighter for our parish children.
For many of these children, this could be the only toy they receive, especially due to hard times so many families have fallen on due to COVID.
To donate, click here: https://shoutout.wix.com/so/37NDyF4pg
This year’s event is set for Sunday, Dec. 20 beginning at 11 a.m. at the Civic Center.
For more information, call (504) 271-0537 or email [email protected]. Information also can be found on the Louisiana Crawfish Festival Facebook page.
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY FUNDRAISER
Funding the Annual Toy Giveaway!
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