New Orleans deputy arrested after alleged unauthorized use of force on inmate

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested a deputy accused of using unauthorized force against an inmate in custody in December.

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Sheriff’s officials said Clarence Clark was arrested and charged in connection with an incident that occurred on Dec. 19, 2025. Jail leadership notified the Investigative Services Bureau of the use-of-force allegation on Dec. 22, prompting an internal investigation.

After reviewing available evidence, the case was referred through the appropriate judicial process, officials said.

Clark was charged with one count of second-degree battery, a felony, and one count of malfeasance in office, also a felony. He was terminated from his position prior to his arrest.

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“Any allegation of violence or misconduct, especially by someone entrusted with public responsibility, is taken extremely seriously by this office,” Sheriff Susan Hutson said in a statement. “We are committed to transparency, accountability, and upholding the law without exception. Our duty is to the people of Orleans Parish, and we will continue to cooperate fully with the justice process to ensure integrity at every level.”

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