Bossier Sheriff Julian Whittington promoted a deputy in a ceremony in the Sheriff’s Conference room in the Bossier Parish Courthouse on Aug. 26. 

Deputy Matthew Creamer and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant after 9 years of service. 

Sgt. Creamer will serve as a shift supervisor at the Bossier Medium Facility. 

“You came highly recommended by your supervisors and I know you will continue to lead by the example you have already established,” said Sheriff Whittington. “I am proud to promote you for your hard work and dedication to duty here at the sheriff’s office. Keep up the good work.”