A former Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office deputy who previously worked for the New Orleans Police Department and was once commander of the NOPD’s homicide division was arrested after authorities say he stole cash from a Metairie resident’s home.
James “Jimmy” Keen, 69, was booked Feb. 21 with malfeasance in office, according to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. Keen could not be reached for comment on Wednesday.
“It is shameful for someone in a position of trust to abuse that trust,” Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joseph Lopinto said. “I will not tolerate such actions. We investigated the matter and arrested the employee.”
Keen was fired on the of day of his arrest…