A follow-up phone call at 2:28 PM today between Brian P. Bass and Louisiana State Representative Wayne McMahen revealed troubling gaps in oversight and urgency surrounding serious allegations involving the Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office. According to a sworn statement submitted to Heart of Webster, Rep. McMahen acknowledged he had been on vacation for the past 15 days, had not reviewed the investigative materials, and required explanation of basic legal limits on a sheriff’s authority. His response—“I must contact my lawyers to see what my options are”—raised serious questions about accountability, public safety, and the role of elected officials when confronted with credible evidence of misconduct. Heart of Webster remains actively investigating and will continue to pursue transparency and justice until public safety is restored and the law is applied equally to all.