Shreveport Police officers responded to a disturbing scene in the 2400 block of Sommersworth Drive on July 2. A 91-year-old woman was found severely beaten, tied up, and locked inside a closet in her own home. She had been the victim of a violent home invasion and was barely clinging to life when she
was discovered.
Detectives with the department’s Violent Crimes Unit immediately launched an intensive investigation. After hours of relentless work, investigators identified 24-year-old Kendrell Thomas as the suspect. With help from the Narcotics Unit and federal partners, Thomas was located at the Stone Vista Apartments and taken into custody without incident. Detectives noted the tremendous cooperation from citizens to assist in locating this violent man.
Thomas has been charged with:
- Attempted First-Degree Murder
- Aggravated Kidnapping
- Second-Degree Battery
- Home Invasion
“This was a heartless, violent attack on one of our most vulnerable residents,” said Chief Wayne Smith.
“Thanks to the outstanding work of our officers and detectives, the suspect is now in custody and will face
justice.”
The victim remains hospitalized in critical condition. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Shreveport Police Department at 318-673-7300 or Caddo Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373.