Parole denied for David Tyler Boyd amid law‑enforcement and victim opposition

David Tyler Boyd, DOC 751286, was denied parole by the Committee on Parole on Dec. 9, following testimony from several family members in support and strong opposition from the victim’s family and law‑enforcement representatives.

Boyd acknowledged responsibility and described program completion, church involvement and a stable housing plan in Jonesboro, Louisiana. Facility staff reported that Boyd had one RBR write‑up and was housed in a protection unit and had completed victim-awareness and anger‑management coursework.

Multiple family members — including a brother and grandfather — spoke in support, describing stable housing and job prospects. The victim’s family, including the victim’s father, appeared via Zoom and urged the board to deny parole, saying the sentence was appropriate and that early release would be harmful.

The panel asked questions about Boyd’s prior role as a police officer and about the circumstances of the offense. After deliberation the board voted to deny parole, citing the nature of the crime (carnal knowledge of a juvenile while serving as an officer), law‑enforcement opposition and victim‑family concerns. The board also suggested continued completion of programs and victim‑accountability work before future consideration.