Officer Joshua Feraci

Award Application

What positions has this officer/deputy held within your agency?

Criminal Patrol Officer

Narcotics Detective

Traffic Fatality Team Member

Drug Recognition Expert

Under the specific qualifications cited in our qualifications, please provide example(s) of what this officer/deputy has done that merits their nomination? 

     In 2025, Officer Feraci was responsible for 935 reports, responded to 1528 calls for service, and made 202 arrests. This remarkable achievement reflects both his exceptional work ethic and unwavering commitment to public safety. Of those arrests, 78 were narcotics-related, and 33 were impaired-driving-related arrests. His proactive approach to policing has significantly contributed to the reduction of criminal activity in our community, and his efforts have directly led to safer neighborhoods and improved quality of life for countless residents. The narcotics arrests alone resulted in the total seizure of over 4.03 pounds (1.83 kilograms) of various narcotics.  

Is there a specific event which stands out that expresses how this officer/deputy has gone above and beyond the call of duty to assist?

     On May 16, 2025, Officer Feraci was responsible for identifying a large-scale, multi-state, organized retail theft ring. Officers responded to Dick’s Sports Goods in Town Center Parkway, and during the initial call for service, officers captured one subject, recovering over $1600 worth of stolen goods. Knowing other subjects were involved, Officer Feraci took it upon himself to author a search warrant on the apprehended subject’s cellphone to identify the other subjects involved, who were able to avoid capture. This search warrant led not only to the identification of three additional subjects involved but also uncovered that the crew was responsible for a theft at the Dick’s Sporting Goods in Mobile, Alabama, totaling over $3,600 worth of merchandise. Furthermore, the group attempted a theft at Dick’s Sporting Goods in D’Iberville, Mississippi, but were unsuccessful in stealing any merchandise. Officer Feraci went well beyond the scope of his normal patrol duties, and in doing so, resulted in identifying that organized retail theft ring, believed to be operated out of Houston, Texas. Officer Feraci’s hard work also resulted in being able to share this information with the Mobile Police Department and the Houston Police Department, which shines a positive light not only on the Patrol Division, but the Slidell Police Department as a whole.

How is this officer/deputy described by their peers?  

Officer Joshua Feraci is highly regarded by his peers for his professionalism and integrity. Within the department, he is known as someone who consistently leads by example. His colleagues respect him not only for his strong work ethic but also for the calm and steady presence he brings to every situation. His commitment to doing the right thing, supporting his fellow officers, and upholding the standards of the profession has earned him widespread respect and admiration within the department.