Retired LPSO Detective Chuck Watts and Capt. Kevin Harold join Sheriff Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard to discuss the initial investigation into the disappearance of Barbara Blount, who went missing in Livingston Parish 17 years ago.

In this episode, you will hear from the detectives who were on the ground, uncovering the challenges they faced and the relentless pursuit of justice for Barbara Blount.

If you have any information on the disappearance or whereabouts of Mrs. Barbara Blount you can contact

Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office: (225) 686-2241

RLRC Tip Line: 313-RLRC-TIP | (313) 757-2847

Capital Region Crime Stoppers: (225) 344-STOP (7867)

*You can remain anonymous and a reward is being offered for information leading to and arrest and conviction

Keywords

Barbara Blount, missing person, investigation, community involvement, law enforcement, tips, justice, podcast, true crime, unsolved case

In this episode of “Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard”, the discussion revolves around the vital role of School Resource Officers (SROs) in ensuring the safety and well-being of students in Livingston Parish. Sheriff Ard is joined by SROs Paul Golman and Aaron Bond, who share their experiences and insights on the evolution of school safety, the challenges posed by drugs and vaping, and the importance of community engagement and mentorship. The conversation also touches on the impact of technology and social media on school safety, emphasizing the need for proactive communication and collaboration between law enforcement, schools, and parents.

Chapters

01:00 The Role of School Resource Officers

05:45 The Evolution of School Safety and SRO Programs

12:03 Challenges in School Safety: Trends and Issues

17:57 Addressing Vaping and Substance Abuse in Schools

23:46 Building Relationships and Mentorship in Schools

32:52 Engagement and School Spirit

36:12 Handling Sensitive Situations

39:00 The Role of Social Media in School Safety

52:04 A New School Year

Keywords

School Resource Officers, School Safety, Community Engagement, Vaping, Drug Awareness, Mentorship, Social Media, Law Enforcement, Livingston Parish, Education

Former LPSO Detective Stan Carpenter joins Sheriff Ard and Woody Overton to discuss his experience investigating the disappearance of Barbara Blount, who went missing in Livingston Parish 17 years ago.

If you have any information on the disappearence or whereabouts of Mrs. Barbara Blount you can contact

Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office: (225) 686-2241

RLRC Tip Line: 313-RLRC-TIP | (313) 757-2847

Capital Region Crime Stoppers: (225) 344-STOP (7867)

*You can remain anonymous and a reward is being offered for information leading to and arrest and conviction

Timestamps

01:32 The Barbara Blunt Case Overview

02:27 Initial Investigation and Crime Scene Details

10:42 Challenges in the Investigation

18:07 Ongoing Efforts

25:07 Reflection

Keywords

Barbara Blount, missing person, investigation, community involvement, law enforcement, tips, justice, podcast, true crime, unsolved case