A Promising Career Cut Short

Deputy Sheriff Benton Paul Bordelon, born on May 24, 1951, in Alexandria, Louisiana, embarked on a law enforcement career with the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office. Despite his brief tenure of just ten months, Deputy Bordelon demonstrated a steadfast commitment to upholding the law and serving his community.

The Fatal Undercover Operation

On April 16, 1977, Deputy Bordelon and a Louisiana State Police trooper undertook a covert narcotics operation in Fort Bend County, Texas. Their mission led them to a local motel, where they intended to apprehend a suspected drug dealer. Tragically, during this operation, Deputy Bordelon was fatally shot, marking a devastating loss for his family, colleagues, and the broader community....Read More