St. Landry, LA (11/10/2025) – Two correctional officers have been fired and criminally charged following an investigation into injuries suffered by a 73-year-old inmate at the St. Landry Parish Jail. Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz confirmed the arrests and dismissals in a statement released November 5, 2025.
According to Sheriff Guidroz, a social worker at Opelousas General Hospital notified authorities about the possible abuse. Investigators quickly launched an internal and criminal probe. As a result, officers John Smith and Hayden Aymond were arrested and terminated from employment.
John Smith, 30, of Port Barre, faces charges of cruelty to persons with infirmities, failure to seek assistance, and malfeasance in office. Hayden Aymond, 19, of Opelousas, faces charges of failure to seek assistance and malfeasance in office…