Abbeville Police Department

Only together, can we keep Abbeville safe.

Chief William "Bill" Spearman

Protecting The People

     William "Bill" Spearman started his law enforcement career in 1980 in Illinois.  In 1983, Chief Spearman began with the Abbeville Police Department as an Auxiliary Patrolman.  In 1984 Chief Spearman was hired full time.  Chief Spearman held many positions in the police department, including being Patrolman, Patrolman First Class, Patrol Sergeant, Juvenile Officer, D.A.R.E. Officer and School Resource Officer.

     Chief Spearman retired in 2012 and immediately began working with the Abbeville City Marshal's Office and served as a Deputy Coroner for the Vermilion Parish Coroner's office until 2018.

     Chief Spearman was elected in 2018 to the postion of Abbeville Police Chief.

     Chief Spearman and his wife Marcella have two children and seven grandchildren.

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Divisions

Criminal Investigations

Patrol

Administration

Special services

Preserve the Peace

If you are a witness to or a victim of a crime, get in touch with Abbeville Police Department right away.
Emergencies: Dial 911
Non-emergencies: Dial our general services line: (337) 893-2511
You may submit your tip either by phone on our "Tips" line at (337) 892-6777 or by clicking the button below.  You do not need to leave any contact information, and all tips received are confidential.

Requirements

Click on the link below to download the requirements of becoming a police officer with the Abbeville Police Department.

Application

Click on the link below to download the official application with the Abbeville Police Department.