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Over the last 24 hours, the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office reports 3 arrests. All persons accused of a crime are to be presumed innocent until proven guilty. Any questions about today’s arrest report should be directed to the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office at (337) 238-1311. Arrested were:
Ryan Calvin Smith, arrested on charges of theft, criminal damage to property, by Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office. Smith remains in jail.
Brittany E. Dowden, arrested on charges of cruelty to juveniles, by Leesville Police Department. Dowden remains in jail.
William Jones Jr., arrested on charges of cruelty to juveniles, by Leesville Police Department. Jones remains in jail.