Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office Detectives have arrested a Natchitoches man in connection with two incidents involving the attempted forced entry of an occupied residence on the Coco Bed Road in Cloutierville, according to Sheriff Stuart Wright.

 

On June 3, 2026, NPSO Detectives arrested Otis Sneed, 46, of Natchitoches, while he was incarcerated in the Natchitoches Parish Detention Center on unrelated matters. Following an investigation, Sneed was charged with Attempted Aggravated Burglary and Stalking.

 

On May 27, 2026, at approximately 9:15 a.m., NPSO Deputies responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Coco Bed Road after receiving reports of a man attempting to force entry into an occupied home while armed with a knife.

 

During the investigation, deputies learned the suspect allegedly arrived at the residence occupied by a female victim and her three juvenile children. Witnesses reported the suspect demanded entry into the residence and, after being denied access, allegedly used a knife in an attempt to pry open the rear door. The suspect then allegedly damaged a nearby camper belonging to a family member while attempting to gain entry.

 

Witnesses stated the suspect fled the area before law enforcement arrived. Deputies documented damage to both the residence and camper consistent with forced-entry attempts. The estimated damage to the structures was approximately $1,000.

 

Investigators also learned that deputies had responded to a similar complaint involving the same suspect at the same residence earlier that morning. In both incidents, the suspect reportedly left before deputies arrived.

 

The investigation determined that the suspect and one of the victims were previously involved in a dating relationship. Detectives gathered statements, photographs, and additional evidence that led to the issuance of criminal charges.

 

On May 27, at approximately 7:53pm, Sneed was arrested after the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office received reports of a suspicious person walking on La. Hwy 1 near Montrose. Deputies say upon coming contact with Sneed at that time, he fled but taken into custody a short time later.

 

As a result of the investigation, Otis Sneed was charged with:

Attempted Aggravated Burglary

Stalking

 

No injuries were reported during either incident.

 

Sheriff Stuart Wright commended the deputies and detectives involved in the investigation and reminded residents that victims of domestic violence, stalking, or harassment are encouraged to seek assistance from law enforcement and pursue protective orders when necessary.

 

Case Agent:

Detective Sgt. Matthew Robertson

318-357-7830