Armed Felon Arrested by Shreveport Police Department

On December 27, 2024, just after 7:30 PM, Shreveport Police Department (SPD) officers conducted a stop on a suspicious individual wearing a mask in the 4200 block of Lakeshore Drive.

During the investigation, officers discovered that the individual, identified as Kenneth Mitchell, was armed with a firearm. Further inquiry revealed that Mitchell is prohibited from possessing firearms due to a 2020 conviction for accessory after the fact to attempted first-degree murder.

Mitchell was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Shreveport City Jail on a charge of Felon in Possession of a Firearm.

Chief Wayne Smith commended the proactive efforts of the officers involved, stating, "This arrest highlights the importance of vigilance and proactive policing in ensuring the safety of our community."