Shreveport, LA, September 19, 2025
News Summary
The Shreveport Police Department is relocating its headquarters following health and safety concerns linked to poor conditions at the Texas Avenue site. With nearly 80% of personnel already moved, new temporary locations and substations are being established. Mayor Tom Arceneaux is optimistic about completing the relocation by early 2025, while also addressing the introduction of a new Mobile Command Center to enhance emergency response capabilities.
Shreveport, La. — The Shreveport Police Department headquarters is undergoing significant changes as personnel begin to relocate due to health and safety concerns. As of October 2, 2024, a panel is missing from the entryway to the mostly vacated headquarters on Texas Avenue, reflecting the urgency of the situation. Nearly all officers and civilian employees have already moved to new locations, with plans for reconstruction of the Texas Avenue site underway.
For over a year, city council members have advocated for the swift relocation of the police department due to concerns regarding the health and comfort of personnel, especially after images released in September 2024 showed mold and other poor conditions within the headquarters. The city council’s demands prompted the mayor to expedite the relocation process, despite initial reluctance and the city’s unpreparedness for demolishing the existing facility.
As of early October 2024, the relocation process is ongoing, with officials actively searching for suitable alternative sites for any remaining personnel. Only some patrol operations and administration staff are still situated at the Texas Avenue headquarters. Approximately 80% of the department’s 470 employees, which account for around 20% of the city’s workforce, have moved to various temporary locations across Shreveport. Among the first to relocate were officers from the Community Oriented Policing Division in November 2024, who moved to an already established substation on Travis Street.
Additional substations have since opened, aiding the smooth transition of police personnel as crucial functions, including investigative units, traffic, and human resources, have also been relocated to South Pointe Parkway. Mayor Tom Arceneaux expressed optimism about completing the evacuation of the headquarters by early 2025, although challenges remain in securing adequate off-site locations, as noted by Chief Administrative Officer Tom Dark.
New police substations are being developed to better serve the community, such as the one on Monkhouse Drive, which is already operational. Work is also in progress on a patrol officer location on Kingston Road, with the Cedar Grove Substation currently under construction. This new facility in southeast Shreveport has been budgeted at $1,794,000 and is expected to enhance response times and community policing efforts when it opens by late summer 2026.
In addition to the physical relocation of personnel, the Shreveport Police Department has introduced a new Mobile Command Center. This advanced unit, costing $1,066,816, was funded through the 2021 bond proposal and features multiple monitors for drone and camera footage, facilitating improved emergency response capabilities. The previous command center will be repurposed for educational use within local schools, marking an upgrade in operational resources for the police department.
Key Developments in Shreveport Police Department Headquarters Relocation
- Most police personnel have relocated due to health concerns and subpar conditions.
- 80% of personnel have moved, leaving primarily patrol operations and administrative staff at the Texas Avenue headquarters.
- New temporary locations and substations are operational across Shreveport.
- Cedar Grove Substation will be under construction at a cost of $1,794,000 and is expected to open by late summer 2026.
- A new Mobile Command Center has been unveiled to enhance emergency response capabilities.
Relocation Timeline
November 2024: First relocation of officers from the Community Oriented Policing Division to an existing substation.
Early 2025: Complete evacuation of Texas Avenue headquarters anticipated by the mayor, contingent on locating suitable sites for remaining personnel.
Late Summer 2026: Expected opening of the Cedar Grove Substation, providing enhanced community policing capabilities.
FAQ
What prompted the relocation of the Shreveport Police Department headquarters?
City council members have pushed for the rapid relocation of police department personnel over health and comfort concerns for a year.
What percentage of Shreveport Police Department personnel have relocated?
Approximately 80% of the personnel originally at the complex (around 470 employees, comprising 20% of the city’s workforce) have left for new locations.
When is the Cedar Grove Substation expected to open?
The Cedar Grove Substation is currently under construction and is expected to open by late summer 2026.
What is the cost of the new Mobile Command Center?
The new Mobile Command Center cost $1,066,816 and was purchased through the 2021 bond proposal funds.
Summary of Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Headquarters Condition | Poor condition with mold; relocation necessary for health reasons. |
| Personnel Relocation | 80% of 470 employees have been relocated. |
| New Substation | Cedar Grove Substation, cost $1,794,000; due to open late summer 2026. |
| Mobile Command Center | New unit cost $1,066,816, enhancing emergency response. |
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