A former communications deputy in the Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office allegedly misused her position by falsely claiming another employee was reported missing in order to track her location.

Ashlie LeBlanc was arrested on counts of malfeasance in office, unlawful use of a cellular tracking device and obstruction of justice, according to an arrest affidavit.

The Sheriff's Office said the incident occurred on June 15. According to the affidavit, LeBlanc was upset that Deputy Kristin Austin had called in sick to work. LeBlanc is accused of falsely stating that Austin's family had reported her missing so she could obtain a live GPS ping.

Once she knew her coworker's whereabouts, LeBlanc allegedly sent Deputy Gina Denova to that location.

In the affidavit, Sgt. Jordan Higgins said LeBlanc al

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