Ferriday, Louisiana - The Louisiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division arrested Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy Drakel Carter on August 11, 2025, on charges of simple battery and malfeasance in office following a reported on-duty altercation in Ferriday, Louisiana. Carter was processed on outstanding warrants at the Concordia Parish Detention Center without incident, and the investigation remains active.
According to State Police, Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office requested assistance on August 9 after a verbal dispute between Deputy Carter and another individual allegedly escalated into a physical altercation. Louisiana State Police are serving as the lead investigative agency, a common step when a local agency seeks an independent review into potential misconduct by its personnel.
Concordia Parish Sheriff David Hedrick emphasized transparency, stating, “The public has a right to know when someone entrusted with upholding the law is charged with violating it. An investigation being conducted with the Louisiana State Police will determine our next steps.” Local reporting also notes Carter, 22, has been employed with Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office since August 2022 and has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
Key details:
- Incident location: Ferriday, Louisiana in Concordia Parish.
- Allegations: Simple battery and malfeasance in office (malfeasance generally refers to wrongdoing by a public official while performing official duties).
- Status: Active and ongoing investigation; no additional details released.
- Custody: Deputy Carter processed at CPSO Detention Center without incident.
- Employment action: Administrative leave pending investigation, per local report.
An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.