Officers from the Covington Police Department along with Deputies from the St Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office attended the “A Stand Against Violence” event last weekend at Rev. Peter Akins Park. The event was
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CPD Bicycle Patrol Certifications Earned
Earned last week, the Covington Police Department participated in a bicycle certification training course taught by Officer Scott Verdun of the Kenner Police Department, which was hosted by the SLU Police Department. Sergeant
CPD Employees of the Year
The recipient of the “Chief’s Award” is chosen by the Chief of Police for someone who has shown outstanding dedication to the department. The recipients are kept…
CPD Honors Retirees
From Facebook, December 21, 2018 Covington Police Department “Yesterday, we hosted a retirement party for longtime Covington Police Department Employees, Communications Officer Richelle Sharp, and Records Clerk Ann Harrison. Richelle and Ann were
CPD News
Chief Stephen Culotta is excited to announce Detective Edwin Masters as the new Public Information Officer (PIO) and Social Media Manager for the Covington Police Department.
Covington Police Department News
The Covington Police Department is actively recruiting highly motivated individuals, who wish to begin and/or expand their law enforcement career!
CPD Weekly Roundup: Santa’s Helpers, Thanksgiving Meals
The Covington Police Department got an early visit from Santa’s Helpers last week, who provided the CPD with snacks and lunch as a thank you to our Covington police officers for their service.
Congratulations New CPD Recruits
The Covington Police Department welcomes three newly certified police officers. Over the past four months, Officers Skye Steckler, Dominick Martorelli and Justin Purcell attended the Slidell Police Department’s Regional Police Training Academy. Officer
Three Rivers Art Festival This Weekend
The Annual Three Rivers Art Festival takes place this Saturday and Sunday in Historic Downtown Covington. Tents line the street with artistic offerings from around the country. All of your favorite local spots
SSA Teddy Bear Drive 2018
SSA recently completed their 2018 Teddy Bear Drive, and Interim Covington Police Chief Stephen Culotta had this to say: “We would like to thank the students and staff of St. Scholastica Academy for
CPD Participates in National Drug Take Back Day
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.2 million Americans misused controlled prescription
Lentz Receives Plaque of Recognition, Promotions Announced
October 3rd marked the last day for Tim Lentz as Chief of Police of Covington, LA. Lentz received a plaque from the City of Covington in recognition of his dedication and innovative leadership
National Night Out Against Crime
The Covington Police Department will participate in the National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. Each year, CPD partners with local neighborhood associations to host this nationwide crime prevention event.
Fall For Art 2018 This Saturday
The Covington Farmer’s Market takes place every Wednesday at the Covington Trailhead from 10 am – 2 pm and every Saturday at the 600 block of Columbia Street (Covington Police Department) from 8
Field of Screams One Day Only
“Field of Screams” at the Covington Recreation Complex – Saturday, October 13 – 7 pm to 10 pm – One Day Only! The City of Covington is pleased to announce the 2nd annual
Operation Angel A Success at 2 Years
CPD Chief Lentz announced the launch of Operation Angel in May of 2016. The innovative program was adopted by select departments across the country as a way to provide people with substance abuse
Welcome Back Sgt. Lance Benjamin
Welcome back to Sergeant Lance Benjamin, who returned from Afghanistan following active duty. The Covington Police Department received the ESGR Pro Patria Award for their support of Benjamin, who nominated the department. “Please
CPD Chief Lentz Tenders Letter of Resignation
Mayor Mike Cooper announced this week that he was presented a letter of resignation from Covington Police Chief Tim Lentz, effective at 5 p.m. On Wednesday, October 3. In his letter to Mayor
This Weekend in Downtown Covington
The Covington Farmer’s Market takes place every Wednesday at the Covington Trailhead from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and every Saturday at the 600 block of Columbia Street (Covington Police Department) from 8
September National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month. The Atlantic Hurricane activity is underway, and while we missed the tropical depression, there are several other systems active currently. The St. Tammany Parish Government offers an alert