Detective Sergeant Nicholas Pepper

Detective Sergeant Nicholas Pepper

Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana

End of Watch Sunday, April 2, 2023

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Nicholas Pepper

Detective Sergeant Nick Pepper was killed when his vehicle was intentionally rammed by a suspect during a vehicle pursuit on Louisiana Highway 1, near Kleinpeter Road, in Thibodaux at about 4:00 am.

Deputies were assisting the Houma Police Department after officers attempted to stop the vehicle for a traffic violation. Officers and deputies pursued the vehicle until it stopped near Lafourche Crossing. As officers issued commands to the subject, the man suddenly accelerated and intentionally drove into Sergeant Pepper's car. Sergeant Pepper was transported to Thibodaux Regional Health System where he succumbed to his injuries.

The subject was arrested and charged.

Sergeant Pepper had served with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office for 15-1/2 years and had served in law enforcement for 24 years. He had previously served with the Houma Police Department and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, and son.

Bio

  • Age 44
  • Tour 24 years, 6 months
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Arrested

vehicle pursuit

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Detective Pepper seems to have left a significant impact on everyone he met, but also on those he had never met - such as myself. The world is blessed to have heroes like him in it. Sending love and prayers to his family and friends.

Sophia Claire Head
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April 14, 2025

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