The Natchitoches Police Department was dispatched to the Natchitoches Parish 911 Center on Dec. 13 around 3:14 pm in reference to a bomb threat. Officers with the Natchitoches Police Department, deputies with the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office and fire fighters with the Natchitoches Fire Department searched the building for any suspicious items. After a thorough search of the property the 911 Center was able to resume normal operations.
Detectives with the Natchitoches Police Department began their investigation and arrested Debra Hughes (W/F, 56 y.o.a. of Natchitoches) without incident for Terrorizing and Interfering with Emergency Communication. Hughes was placed in the Natchitoches Parish Detention Center.
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 Robert Williams at (318) 357-3808. 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 $3,000 for the arrest of an offender.
