New Roads officer who shot Iberville Parish assessor’s son rescinds resignation, is now top cop

NEW ROADS – A New Roads Police officer who tendered his resignation last week has decided to stay with the department.

Assistant Chief John Chambliss became the top leader at the department after New Roads Police Chief Louis Hamilton was asked to step down Tuesday.

The WBRZ Investigative Unit spoke with Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff Rene Thibodaux on Wednesday, who said he was told Chambliss would not be returning to the department…

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