UPDATE:
Detectives with the Natchitoches Police Department arrested two additional juveniles on Nov. 21 for the theft of a city vehicle that occurred last week.
During their investigation detectives were also able to connect the two fourteen year old suspects with a vehicle burglary that occurred on November 7 and a theft that happened on November 9 in the Downtown Historic District.
The juveniles were arrested and charged with one count of theft of a motor vehicle, burglary of a motor vehicle and theft.
Detectives also arrested a parent and a guardian of the two juveniles. The parent and guardian were charged with improper supervision of a minor.
If you would like to report suspicious activity please contact the Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101 or if you have additional information in regards to this investigation please contact Detective William Connell at (318) 238-3911. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.
How to report an anonymous tip via Natchitoches Crime Stoppers:
You can also report a tip anonymously by downloading the P3 Tips app on your smart phone or by calling Natchitoches Crime Stoppers at (318) 238-2388. All tips remain confidential and the caller can receive a cash reward up to $2,000 for the arrest of an offender.
Original Story: Natchitoches Police arrest juvenile for theft of city vehicle
On November 12, 2022 around 9:24 a.m., officers with the Natchitoches Police Department responded to 500 North Street (J.W. Thomas Apartments) in reference to a vehicle crash. Upon officers arrival they were told by several witnesses that the driver who caused the crash fled the area. Officers were able to determine that a truck involved in the crash had been stolen from the MLK Recreation Center the previous day along with another city vehicle that was also located near the J.W. Thomas Apartments.
On November 16, 2022 detectives with the Natchitoches Police Department were able to locate and arrest one of the juvenile suspects without incident. The twelve year old juvenile was charged with one count of theft of a motor vehicle and two counts of simple escape.
This investigation is ongoing and the Natchitoches Police Department will release more details as they become available.
If you would like to report suspicious activity please contact the Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101 or if you have additional information in regards to this investigation please contact Detective William Connell at (318) 238-3911. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.
