Daryl Binford will not return as Beauregard Fire District 3 Chief, board members decide

BEAUREGARD PARISH, La. (KPLC) - There are big questions about the future of Beauregard Fire District 3 after tonight’s monthly meeting.

Board members went behind closed doors tonight to discuss allegations made against former Fire Chief Daryl Binford in October 2025.

After three hours in executive session, the board decided Binford would not be returning as chief.

Binford was previously suspended as chief amid an ongoing investigation. In January, nearly 20 members handed in resignations over concerns regarding Binford.

Previous coverage:

• Interim chief, several members of East Beau Fire District 3 resign during board meeting

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