The Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Office is celebrating the graduation of two deputies who have completed rigorous law enforcement training and earned their Louisiana Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Level 1 Certification.

Sheriff Aaron Mitchell congratulated Deputies Creg Vaughn and Devin McKenney following their graduation from the 35th class of the Bossier Sheriff’s Training Academy during a ceremony held on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Over the course of 16 weeks, Deputies Vaughn and McKenney completed a demanding program designed to prepare them for modern policing. Their training included legal instruction, firearms qualification, physical conditioning, officer safety tactics, use of non-lethal force, and a wide range of essential law enforcement skills.

Officials noted that the academy experience is intended to simulate real-world challenges while building discipline, judgment, and readiness for service in the field.

Deputy Devin McKenney was additionally honored with the Academic Award, recognizing him for achieving the highest grade point average in the cadet class.

Several members of the Sheriff’s Office leadership attended the ceremony to show support, including Captain Jesse Branam, Chief Deputy Brad Walker, Captain Jason Heard, and Deputy Greg Sculthorpe.

Sheriff Mitchell and department leadership praised the deputies for their dedication and commitment to public service, emphasizing the importance of their accomplishment as they transition into active duty.

Following graduation, Deputies Vaughn and McKenney will begin their assignments in the patrol division under Captain Jason Heard. In this role, they will serve the community directly, applying the skills and training they have acquired to support public safety across Sabine Parish.

The Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Office continues to prioritize professional training and development for its deputies, ensuring that personnel are fully prepared to meet the demands of modern law enforcement and serve residents with integrity and skill.