Three Arrested Following Shreveport Home Invasion That Injured Teenager
Shreveport Police Department
Shreveport police arrested three suspects following an Oct. 18 home invasion that left a 16-year-old girl injured. Officers responded to the 4700 block of Arnsdale Circle around noon, where four people were inside the residence during the incident. The teenager was transported to Ochsner LSU Health with a head injury and broken wrist. Investigators identified the suspects as Maciah Wilson, 17; Christian Henderson, 18; and Jaydin Terry, 19. Police located a black Nissan Sentra connected to the incident with all three suspects inside. Wilson fled on foot but was quickly apprehended. All three were booked into Shreveport City Jail on one count each of home invasion. Additional charges are possible as the investigation continues.
Shreveport Police Seek Individuals Following Violent Downtown Assault
Shreveport Police Department
Shreveport police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying several individuals suspected of involvement in a violent assault in the Red River District downtown. Investigators said the incident occurred during the early morning hours over the weekend beneath a downtown bridge. A woman was reportedly beaten and repeatedly stomped while lying on the ground. Police said individuals believed to be associated with the Satudarah Motorcycle Club are suspected of involvement. Authorities have released images of individuals they are seeking to identify and are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the Shreveport Police Department or Shreveport-Caddo Crime Stoppers at (318) 673-7373.
Shreveport Man Arrested Following Investigation Into Altered Payroll Checks
Shreveport Police Department
A Shreveport man was arrested on a forgery warrant following an investigation into altered payroll checks issued by a local business. Lorenzo Guillory was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center on Oct. 17 after investigators determined that four payroll checks issued by The Avenue Sports Bar and Grill had allegedly been altered. Police said the checks, originally written for $200 each, were changed to $280 each, resulting in a total loss of $320. Management reported the discrepancies July 16 and said one check contained forged initials intended to make the alteration appear authorized. Investigators obtained financial records and interviewed a witness who identified Guillory as the person who presented the checks.
Driver Arrested After Striking Stopped Shreveport Police Vehicle
Shreveport Police Department
A Shreveport man was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after his vehicle struck a police patrol car stopped at a red light near Stoner Avenue and Youree Drive on Oct. 18. Police said Ryan Taravella was driving a Chevrolet Camaro when he struck the rear of the patrol vehicle, causing extensive damage and deploying airbags. The officer suffered a bloody lip but was able to continue working. Investigators reported that Taravella showed signs of impairment and that an open whiskey bottle was found inside his vehicle. A breath alcohol test registered 0.219, nearly three times Louisiana’s legal limit. Taravella was charged with first-offense DWI and possession of an open alcoholic beverage in a motor vehicle.
DOTD Announces Bert Kouns Lane Closure Beginning Wednesday
Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development
Motorists traveling along Bert Kouns Industrial Loop in Shreveport should prepare for a lane closure beginning Wednesday, Oct. 21. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced that the outside right lane of northbound LA 526, also designated westbound, near West 70th Street will be closed through Wednesday, Oct. 28, weather permitting. Maintenance crews will repair a damaged drainage catch basin and adjacent roadway approximately 300 feet south of the intersection. No detour is required, but drivers should expect possible delays and use caution around workers and equipment. Motorists can obtain updated traffic information through Louisiana 511.
Shreve Memorial Library Celebrates Atkins Branch’s 20th Anniversary
Shreve Memorial Library
Shreve Memorial Library will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Atkins Branch on Wednesday, Oct. 21, with an event scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. The anniversary celebration will recognize two decades of library service to the surrounding community. The event is listed on the library’s official October calendar and will take place in the Atkins Branch meeting room. Other Wednesday activities throughout the library system include a catapult-building workshop for homeschool students at the Broadmoor Branch, a TeenTober art program at the Hosston Branch and children’s story times at several locations. Residents may contact their neighborhood branch for additional program information.
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