Man Files Federal Lawsuit Against Former St. Tammany Sheriff Randy Smith and Sheriff’s Office

New Orleans, LA, September 29, 2026 — A federal lawsuit has been filed by an individual who alleges being attacked by former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith. The suit names both Smith, in his former capacity, and the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office as defendants.

The incident reportedly occurred at a steakhouse located in Madisonville. Specific details regarding the nature of the alleged attack, the date it took place, and the identity of the plaintiff have not been publicly disclosed in the initial filings.

The plaintiff’s lawsuit seeks legal recourse following the alleged assault. Information pertaining to the specific claims made within the federal complaint, such as the cause of action or the damages sought, was not immediately available.

Randy Smith previously served as the Sheriff of St. Tammany Parish. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office, as an entity, has also been named in the litigation. Further details about the legal proceedings, including the timeline for responses from the defendants or court dates, are pending.

The plaintiff’s name was not provided in available information. Similarly, the specific steakhouse where the alleged incident took place was not identified. The contractor’s name, if applicable to the legal proceedings or the incident, was also not provided.

As this is a developing legal matter, additional information is expected to become available as the case progresses through the federal court system.

Story summarized from the original created by Alana Thompson on wgno.com, see more information here.

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