PAUL TROUARD NAMED INTERIM CHIEF OF POLICE

Lafayette, LA – Lafayette Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet announces the appointment of Paul Trouard as Interim Chief of Police. Chief Trouard will lead the department through a transition period while a national search for a qualified candidate takes place. This comprehensive search will commence within the next 30 days, under the leadership of Chief Administrative Officer Rachel Godeaux.

Mayor-President Boulet announced Trouard’s appointment during a public safety press conference this morning. “I have full confidence in Chief Trouard’s ability to lead our department while we begin our search,” Boulet noted. “We’ve got really great leadership at Lafayette Police Department right now and are focused on getting the right Chief in this position rather than hiring someone simply to fill the role quickly.”

Chief Trouard is a dedicated law enforcement professional with 27 years of experience in various facets of law enforcement. Throughout his tenure with the Lafayette Police Department, Chief Trouard has demonstrated exceptional leadership in multiple roles, most recently as the Assistant to the Chief.

In addition to his distinguished career in law enforcement, Chief Trouard served as a Staff Sergeant in the Louisiana National Guard and holds numerous law enforcement certifications. His academic accomplishments include a master’s degree from Columbia Southern University, a bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and an Undergraduate Certificate in Criminal Justice from the University of Virginia. He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy.

Chief Trouard is committed to enhancing safety and security for the citizens of Lafayette. He will continue to provide steady leadership during this time with a strong focus on delivering a highly trained, accountable and community-oriented police force. “My expectation is that I expect perfection. If we chase perfection, we can achieve excellence,” said Trouard. “Public safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we are always better when we work together.”

As Mayor-President Boulet embarks on a nationwide search for a new Chief of Police, a key stakeholder committee will be established for assistance and a process for public input will begin. 

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