Natchitoches Police arrest juvenile for burglary

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The Natchitoches Police Department has arrested a twelve year old juvenile for a burglary that occurred earlier in the year.

On February 17, 2024 around 7:36 p.m., officers with the Natchitoches Police Department were flagged down in the 700 block of Second Street in reference to a burglary that occurred in the area. The case was assigned to detectives in the Criminal Investigation Division. After a two month investigation detectives were able to place the juvenile under arrest.

The juvenile has been charged with one count of simple burglary and was placed in the Jackson Parish Correctional Center.

The Natchitoches Police Department would like to remind its citizens to please note the brand, model and serial number on all valuable household items and firearms. The serial numbers can help officers identify your items and get them back to you.

Be aware of suspicious activity in your neighborhood. Below are a few examples:

• People walking up and down the street looking in vehicles or pulling on door handles; during the day or at night.
• Vehicles driving at slow speeds while looking at parked vehicles.
• People on bicycles or scooters riding around during late night hours.
• If your home has a security camera please contact the police if you observe anything suspicious.

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 Morgan Jester at (318) 357-3811. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.


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