Empowering Community Safety
We are dedicated to serving and protecting our community.
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY PLEASE CONTACT 911 IMMEDIATELY
We are dedicated to serving and protecting our community.
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY PLEASE CONTACT 911 IMMEDIATELY
The Vinton Police Department, in the interest of providing a safe environment for all and to enhance the quality of life in this community, pledges to serve and protect the life and property of the people of Vinton. Our goal is to prevent crime, to preserve the public peace, and to uphold those guarantees set down in the Constitution of the United States of America, laws of the State of Louisiana and local ordinances of Vinton. This mission grows from our vision of the relationship between the people of Vinton and the Vinton Police. The Vinton Police Department will strive to remain a vital and responsive member of the community. We will maintain a commitment to training and professionalism while realizing our direction and authority originate from the public trust. We will engage in community partnerships which will allow us to change, grow and develop together. With compassion, respect and understanding of the public needs, we will be guided by justice both now and tomorrow.
Vinton Police provides public safety services to the City of Vinton, covering over 5.15 square miles and serving a population of more than 3,400.
Chief Scott Spell is the current Chief of Police of Vinton Louisiana. Chief Spell has served as the Chief of Police since being elected in July of 2021. Chief Spell has a combined law enforcement experience of 20 years, as well as completed a multitude of leadership courses.
Our team members undergo rigorous training to ensure that they are prepared to respond to any emergency situation. From ongoing professional development to specialized training in areas such as Active Shooter and Crisis Response, we are committed to providing our team with the skills and knowledge they need to excel.