Published: 04-30-2026 | Category: Troop F
Lincoln Parish – On Monday, April 13, 2026, the Grambling State University Police Department (GSUPD) initiated an investigation into a complaint alleging misconduct by a GSUPD reserve officer following a traffic stop.
On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Detectives with the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations Monroe Field Office (LSP MFO) were contacted by GSUPD regarding the allegations. After reviewing the evidence, Detectives determined that 50-year-old Martin Reed used his position of authority to coerce an elderly individual into selling items at a significantly reduced price.
As a result of the investigation, LSP MFO Detectives obtained an arrest warrant through the 3rd Judicial District Court charging Reed with two counts of abuse of office and one count of exploitation of an elderly person.
On April 30, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m., Reed surrendered to LSP MFO Detectives and LSP Troop F Troopers. He was taken into custody without incident and processed into the Lincoln Parish Detention Center.
Louisiana State Police will serve as the lead investigating agency. This investigation remains active and ongoing, and no further information is available at this time.
Chief Rodney Demery issued the following statement: “Grambling State University Police Department is committed to the safety and security of students and visitors who travel through our campus. We investigate all allegations of misconduct thoroughly. We value our relationships with our adjacent departments and our partnership with the Louisiana State Police. Together, we strengthen our ability to effectively respond to serve our communities.”
The Louisiana State Police online reporting system is available to the public through a convenient, anonymous, and secure reporting form that is submitted to the appropriate investigators. The form can be accessed by visiting www.lsp.org and clicking on the "Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity" link.
Contact Information:
ST Ryan Davis
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 345-2810
[email protected]