Shreveport, LA – The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office invites the public to attend a community safety forum, Behind the Screen: The Importance of Online Safety, on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sheriff’s Safety Town, 8910 Jewella Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71118.
Special guest speaker Amy Bloxom, mother of Justin Bloxom and a community advocate, will share her story and ongoing efforts to combat se-ual predators while educating the public on the dangers of the internet.
Attendees will gain practical tips to protect themselves and their families online, including the importance of not meeting people met online, thinking before clicking links, logging out of accounts, and monitoring children’s online communications.
Registration is open. To reserve a spot, contact Deputy Vernita Williams at (318) 681-0869 or [email protected].