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Woman found dead near downtown Shreveport identified
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A woman whose body was found off of Marshall Street south of downtown Shreveport Sunday has been identified. According to the Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office, a woman who was found dead on Sunday August 25, 2024, has been identified. Officials say 58-year-old Brenda...
Argument leads to one woman shooting another woman
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A woman was shot Friday night (Aug. 30). Around 8 p.m., Shreveport police were dispatched to a shooting outside Mikado Apartments on Samford Avenue and Glen Oak Place. Police said it happened when two women were in the midst of an argument. One woman shot the...
Caddo Correctional Center Booking Photos August 24th-30th
The following photos are those who were booked in to Caddo Correctional Center through the dates of August 24th-30th. By the time this article is visible, some of those pictured may have been released. Some of those pictured have yet to stand trial and are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Longest serving inmate
SHREVEPORT, La. - Chester Johnson, the longest serving inmate at Caddo Correctional Center (CCC), has been sentenced to serve 40 years in prison for battery of a correctional facility employee. Johnson was convicted of attacking a nurse who brought him some medicine.
SPD: Three arrests in one day, narcotics, guns and controlled dangerous substances
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — On Wednesday, the Shreveport Police Department and three other departments arrested three felons in possession of firearms during separate operations across the city. According to the news release, on August 28, the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) Shreveport’s City Marshal’s Office, SPD Warrant Unit, and the...
School bus driver arrested after Greenwood police allegedly find drugs in vehicle
GREEENWOOD, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A school bus driver has been arrested after police find drugs in the vehicle. According to the Greenwood Police Department, Senior Officer Fertenbaugh responded to a careless and reckless driver call Wednesday afternoon. After allegedly smelling marijuana, the officer called for another officer to meet at the scene.
17-year-old student arrested after threatening to shoot up Woodlawn High School
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - INFORMATION FROM CADDO PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE:. A Caddo Sheriff’s School Resource Officer arrested a 17-year-old student at Woodlawn High School after the student made a threat to shoot up the school, said Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. On August 30, SRO Stanley Williams observed a...
Shreveport Police looking for missing 45-year-old man
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Shreveport Police Department is looking for a missing man who was last seen Aug. 28. John Mook, 45, was last seen in the 7400 block of Youree Drive, police say. That’s near the Sam’s Club. LATEST NEWS FROM KSLA. Mook is 6′ tall,...
After illegal street party, Shreveport councilman questions police response capacity
When dozens of people a few weeks ago turned Texas Avenue in downtown Shreveport into a party — unauthorized and pouring into the streets — there weren't any officers available to quickly handle it. One city councilman doesn't think that excuse is good enough. At a Shreveport City...
Man wanted for alleged felony theft from car dealership
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport Police is seeking the public’s help in seeking a man who is wanted for allegedly stealing from a car dealership. On August 27, the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) obtained warrants for the arrest of James Williams and is now searching for him. Williams is wanted for his alleged connection with a felony theft at a car dealership in the 1100 block of East Bert Kouns Industrial Loop.
The Shreveport Police Department, in collaboration with the Bossier City Police Department and the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, has introduced the “Friends of the Community” decal program
Shreveport, LA – According to the police officials, this voluntary initiative is designed to improve communication and foster understanding between law enforcement and individuals with special needs. The “Friends of the Community” decal helps first responders quickly identify individuals who may struggle with communication or understanding directions during emergencies....
Fire burns home in Hyde Park neighborhood
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A house caught fire on Blue Spruce Drive while the homeowners were away. On Aug. 29 at 8:36 a.m., the Shreveport Fire Department (SFD) responded to a fire emergency in the 9200 block of Blue Spruce Drive in the Hyde Park neighborhood. When they got there, firefighters saw heavy smoke coming from the front of the house and fire on the back side of the house.
Shreveport Man Arrested After Waving Gun Around in Public
SHREVEPORT, LA- Shreveport Police Continue Crackdown on Firearm Offenses. The Shreveport Police Department remains committed to addressing firearm-related offenses in our community. On August 26, 2024, just after midnight, Shreveport Police officers responded to a report of an armed individual in the 2800 block of Quinton Street. Upon arrival, officers...
SPD beefs up patrols for Labor Day weekend, remind drivers to practice safety
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Labor Day weekend is expected to be a rainy one and the Shreveport Police Department is reminding residents that road safety will be a top priority. “We always would advise our community, anytime that we have hazardous weather, rain, high winds, be very cautious on...
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