Lowring arrest
A short-term criminal investigation has led to the arrest of a Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Corrections Deputy, according to Sheriff Stuart Wright. Robert Lowring, 62, of Bienville Parish was booked into the Natchitoches Parish Detention Center Thursday afternoon on charges of Malfeasance in Office and Sexual Battery. The investigation began earlier in the week after Command Staff at the Detention Center received a complaint of alleged allegations of misconduct involving Lowring and a female inmate. Following an investigation and interview by NPSO Detectives, Lowring was arrested. Lowring, who worked at the Natchitoches Parish Detention Center for two years, was terminated. He remains in jail. Maj. Roger Henson said the allegations in this case are "inexcusable and certainly not tolerated. However, it does not reflect on the vast majority of correctional officers here, and across the nation, that maintain professionalism throughout their tours of duty. As law enforcement officers we are held to a higher standard and are expected to serve our parish with the upmost honor and integrity. Not only to ensure the safety to our communities, but to also provide a safe and secure facility for incarcerated offenders.”