During the 2021 American Legion Department of Louisiana convention held in Alexandria June 17-20, Officer Eduardo Mendoza (left) of the Jennings Police Department was recognized as the 2020-2021 Department of Louisiana Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Mendoza was nominated for the award by Post 19 from Jennings and the Department of Louisiana 7th District. Shown presenting the award is 7th District Commander Glenn McFarlain.