Cpl. Segus Jolivette dies in fatal Jeanerette standoff
Fatal Jeanerette standoff death of Cpl. Segus Jolivette – Obituary
JEANERETTE, La. (KADN) — A tense hostage situation in Jeanerette concluded with the tragic death of Lafayette Police Department’s Cpl. Segus Jolivette.
The two individuals who were held captive in a trailer are now safe, the suspect has been apprehended, and three other officers from Lafayette were injured during the incident.
Originally from Opelousas, Cpl. Jolivette began his law enforcement career with the Opelousas Police Department before joining the Lafayette Police Department, where he became a valued member of the SWAT team.
The Lafayette Police Department issued a statement early Friday:
“We are deeply grieving the loss of one of our officers. In the course of a SWAT operation yesterday, Senior Corporal Segus Jolivette was killed. He had served our community for nearly 11 years, joining the Lafayette Police Department on November 5, 2013.
Senior Corporal Jolivette was a distinguished SWAT negotiator, an exemplary patrol officer, and had also served as a school resource officer. His dedication went beyond his official duties; he was a well-respected former juvenile detective and an active member of the honor guard. He devoted much of his personal time to the explorer program, guiding Lafayette’s youth in understanding law enforcement and building community relations. With a history at Opelousas PD, Senior Corporal Jolivette leaves behind his devoted wife and five children. His legacy of courage and commitment will be cherished by all who knew him. Interim Chief of Police Paul Trouard will provide an official statement later today.”
A candlelight vigil will be held Friday at 7 p.m. at the Jeanerette City Hall on Main Street to honor Cpl. Jolivette’s memory.
Fatal Jeanerette standoff death of Cpl. Segus Jolivette – Obituary JEANERETTE, La. (KADN) — A tense hostage situation in Jeanerette concluded with the tragic death of Lafayette Police Department’s Cpl. Segus Jolivette. The two individuals who were held captive in a trailer are now safe, the suspect has been apprehended, and three other officers from…
Fatal Jeanerette standoff death of Cpl. Segus Jolivette – Obituary JEANERETTE, La. (KADN) — A tense hostage situation in Jeanerette concluded with the tragic death of Lafayette Police Department’s Cpl. Segus Jolivette. The two individuals who were held captive in a trailer are now safe, the suspect has been apprehended, and three other officers from…