The Shreveport Police Department (SPD), led by the SPD Special Response Team, conducted a comprehensive door-to-door, room-to-room search of The Jolie Apartments on June 7. The operation aimed to remove the final individuals residing in the uninhabitable property.
Under the Declaration of Emergency issued by Mayor Tom Arceneaux on Wednesday, June 5, Shreveport Police were granted the authority to remove and arrest any person found at the apartment complex. During the operation, 29 individuals were removed, and one person was arrested on narcotics charges.
The operation saw the clearance of over 400 apartments and multiple buildings with the assistance of approximately 50 officers from the Shreveport Police Department.
“SPD carried out an effective operation without incident. It was well-planned and well-executed. The citizens of Shreveport should be proud of this morning’s efforts by Shreveport Police,” said Mayor Arceneaux.
Mayor Arceneaux’s Declaration of Emergency is in effect through July 3, 2024, and will be enforced by the Shreveport Police Department. As per this order, any person found on the property will be removed and, if necessary, arrested.
Police Chief Wayne Smith has declared that officers will continue to monitor the area to ensure it remains free of public safety concerns.