Five Caddo Sheriff’s deputies received promotions Jan. 26 at the Re-Entry Facility, 1121 Forum Drive.

Steven Joe was promoted to captain, replacing Captain Kenny Sanders as commander of the Caddo Sheriff’s Regional Training Academy. Sanders is retiring after 30 years of service. Other promotions include Erik Lawrence to lieutenant in investigations, Gilbert Roraback to lieutenant in work release, Bobby Herring to sergeant in financial crimes, and Dexter White to sergeant in patrol.

Also recognized at the ceremony was Lt. Carl Townley and SPD Agent Stacy Coleman of the Caddo-Shreveport Narcotics Unit. Lt. Michael Gray received the Sheriff’s Lifesaving Award, which is presented for saving or prolonging the life of a citizen.