About this episode

Lafayette Police Chief Paul Trouard discusses his extensive experience in law enforcement and the challenges of modern policing.

Lafayette Police Chief Paul Trouard joins Discover Lafayette for a candid and wide-ranging conversation about nearly three decades in law enforcement, the rapid evolution of policing technology, and the realities of leading a modern police department in one of Louisiana’s fastest-growing communities. Appointed Lafayette Chief of Police in February 2025 after serving as interim chief, […]

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Host: Jan Swift

Guest: Paul Trouard

Topics covered

• law enforcement
• policing technology
• community leadership
• Lafayette
• public safety

Keywords

• Lafayette Police Chief
• Paul Trouard
• law enforcement
• policing technology
• community safety

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lafayette Police Department

Places: Louisiana

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