Pointe Coupee Deputy Hit by Car While on Duty Given Louisiana Sheriffs' Association Award

Pointe Coupee deputy hit by car while on duty given Louisiana Sheriffs' Association award

NEW ROADS — A Pointe Coupee Parish deputy who was seriously injured after being hit by a car while on duty was honored Tuesday with an award from the Louisiana Sheriff's Association.Deputy Robert Williams was hit by an oncoming vehicle while directing traffic outside a fire scene in Livonia in March 2025. He suffered two broken legs, a shattered shoulder and underwent five surgeries."From my understanding, from the scene, it didn't look too prom…

Sheriff's Deputy Joshua Lawson has earned two life-saving awards after following his father into law enforcement

Department: Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office. Name: Joshua Lawson. Rank: Deputy. How long with department: Four years. Roles: Patrol Deputy. Education (high school, college/degrees): High school diploma and associate of science. Professional Certification Level: Intermediate Jailers License Honors/highlights: Two life-saving awards. Why did you choose this profession? To help those in need and make a difference in my community. My father is my ro…