A Ponchatoula police officer died while on duty Tuesday morning, Chief Bry Layrisson says.
The chief said around 10 a.m., police and fire officials responded to call of an officer found unresponsive at a Rouses supermarket.
He said Corporal Pricilla Dean Pierson was declared dead on the scene.
An autopsy will determine the cause of death.
"She was a great person, wife, and an outstanding mother," said Layrisson. "“Our community has experienced a tremendous loss today. We ask that you continue praying for Pricillia’s family, Larry, and her friends and co-workers."