A former Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office detective has been arrested following an internal investigation that revealed falsified documents and led to multiple felony charges.
Spencer White, who was terminated from the Sheriff’s Office on Monday, was taken into custody Wednesday at the WPSO headquarters. His arrest followed the issuance of a warrant by the 26th Judicial District Court.
“Former Deputy White’s employment was terminated by the Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office as a result of an internal affairs investigation in which potential misconduct was identified,” said Sheriff Jason Parker in a statement Wednesday.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, suspicious documents were found during a final inventory of White’s office. These included a forged incident report stating that White’s vehicle had been burglarized and prescription medication stolen — a claim not supported by official records.
Investigators reported that the incident number on the falsified report corresponded to an unrelated case, and the document contained fabricated statements along with the unauthorized use of other deputies’ names and credentials. White reportedly admitted to creating the false document.
“This is a difficult day for our department, but accountability is non-negotiable,” said Sheriff Parker. “When the public places their trust in us, we must uphold the law without compromise. No one is above it, not even one of our own.”
Sheriff Parker added that the matter was referred to the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, which is now handling the criminal investigation. He said the Sheriff’s Office has recused itself from any further involvement in the case.
“As your sheriff, I remain committed to complete transparency,” Parker said. “This agency belongs to the people of Webster Parish, and they deserve honesty, trust and accountability.”
White faces five felony charges: one count of malfeasance in office, three counts of forgery and one count of filing or maintaining public records. He was booked into Bayou Dorcheat Correctional Center with bond set at $185,000 by Judge Michael Craig.