Bossier Parish Sheriff Julian Whittington swore in three new deputies this morning during a ceremony held at the Bossier Sheriff’s Command Center in Plain Dealing, Louisiana. Courtney Olsson, Jayson Stephens, and Mario Williams Jr. officially joined the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office as deputies.

Following the ceremony, the new deputies will begin their training in the corrections division where they will gain hands-on experience and instruction essential to serving the citizens of Bossier Parish.

Sheriff Whittington commented, “I am proud to welcome these three individuals to the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office. They have chosen a profession of service and sacrifice, and we are confident they will represent this department with integrity, professionalism, and dedication.”