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Sheriff Randy Smith turns himself in

Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:32 pm
Posted by tigerskin
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:32 pm
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - St. Tammany Sheriff Randy Smith has turned himself in after he was accused of assaulting a man at a restaurant.

According to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Smith surrendered to authorities on June 4.

Edit for additional info: Smith was booked on one count of second degree battery and two counts of disturbing the peace.




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This post was edited on 6/4/26 at 2:35 pm
Posted by UFFan
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:33 pm to
"Sheriff Smith surrendered to authorities on June 4."


I'm confused. Did he surrender to himself? Isn't he the authority?
Posted by rattlebucket
SELA
Member since Feb 2009
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:37 pm to
Well no kings remember? LA AG is handling I believe
Posted by caliegeaux
Member since Aug 2004
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:38 pm to
quote:

Isn't he the authority?


i don't think he's the only authority on earth.
Posted by Boston911
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Member since Dec 2013
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:43 pm to
He’s the sheriff I. St tam, he surrendered the Tangi SO
Posted by Skillet
Member since Aug 2006
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:44 pm to
Will he be released immediately? Has it been said in this thread if Randy was intoxicated and to what level?

Posted by Honkus
Member since Aug 2005
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:48 pm to
Guy gives all Randy S's out there a bad name. Good riddance
Posted by Breauxsif
Member since May 2012
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:50 pm to
Tangipahoa Parish Jail roster has not been updated yet. Smith may be in custody, but has not been booked yet.
Posted by waiting4saturday
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:51 pm to
Is Madisonville in Tangipahoa parish now?
Posted by ELLSSUU
Member since Jan 2005
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:51 pm to
Why Tangi and not St Tammany?
Posted by BMTiger
New Orleans
Member since Aug 2021
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:53 pm to
He turned himself in to Tangi jail. He is the sheriff of St. Tammany. It would be more work for deputies to protect him in STP jail, and he would face accusations of preferential treatment.
Posted by ELLSSUU
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 1:54 pm to
Makes sense. Thanks
Posted by LSUFanHouston
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:07 pm to
quote:

Why Tangi and not St Tammany?


Conflict of interest

Same reason why St Tammany is not running the investigation

Tangi jail probably closest
Posted by cgrand
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Member since Oct 2009
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:12 pm to
Smith issued the following statement on the attack:

"I would like to begin by publicly expressing a heartfelt apology to the citizens of St. Tammany Parish; the dedicated men and women of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office; the owners, staff and patrons of Young’s Steakhouse; and anyone else affected by this incident. To my family, and especially my wife, Adele, I apologize for the stress and burden caused to them by this situation.

As an elected public official and as a lifelong public servant, I fully understand and accept the fact that with this position comes not only great responsibility but also heightened public scrutiny. I understand and respect that the actions I take as Sheriff are open to examination, question and criticism. I accepted this fact when I put on the badge, and I know that it is one of the unfortunate aspects of public service. All law enforcement officers know and accept this, as they also know and accept the daily threat to their personal safety. It comes with the job.

Another unfortunate aspect of public service is the effect such public scrutiny and criticism can have on one’s family. This too, is accepted and endured by the family…to an extent.

For the past ten years I have ignored hundreds of personal attacks directed at me by an individual who hides behind a computer screen. His actions were direct and intentional. As Sheriff, I have ignored the attacks, threats and lies directed at me. As a husband and father, the continued and worsening public harassment of my wife, the false statements against her and the body shaming of her are not only despicable, but unacceptable. Seeing the frustration and pain caused to your wife and family is something much harder to ignore.

In closing, I would like to thank our friends, family and the many citizens of St. Tammany Parish who have reached out with prayers, encouragement and support during this difficult time. Your kindness and compassion means more to my family than words can adequately express. To the men and women of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, keep your heads up and continue to perform the excellent work you always do.

As I continue through this, I want to make a few things very clear. Actions have consequences. I will fully address my actions through the legal process. While doing so, I remain committed serving the citizens of St. Tammany Parish as your elected Sheriff."
Posted by Everyday Is Saturday
Member since Dec 2025
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:16 pm to
quote:

Is Madisonville in Tangipahoa parish now?


Tangi’s manifest destiny?

One big Florida Parishes happy family.
Posted by Major Dutch Schaefer
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:21 pm to
quote:

Posted by Major Dutch Schaefer

6/4/26 at 1:07 pm to Breauxsif

Hearing Randy is going to be booked at the Tangi jail.


Heard it here first



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This post was edited on 6/4/26 at 2:23 pm
Posted by Scooba
Member since Jun 2013
20018 posts
Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:23 pm to
quote:

I will fully address my actions through the legal process. While doing so, I remain committed serving the citizens of St. Tammany Parish as your elected Sheriff."



Posted by Stealth Matrix
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Member since Aug 2019
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:25 pm to
He has a long way to go to beat Jack Strain in the life sentences record though
Posted by cgrand
HAMMOND
Member since Oct 2009
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Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:34 pm to
quote:

He is being charged with second-degree battery, disturbing the peace by engaging in a fistic encounter, and disturbing the peace while appearing in an intoxicated condition.
Posted by tigerskin
Member since Nov 2004
46808 posts
Posted on 6/4/26 at 2:34 pm to
Smith was booked on one count of second degree battery and two counts of disturbing the peace.
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