Shreveport-Caddo Task Force Pursues Former Employees in Major Retail Theft

The Shreveport-Caddo Financial Crimes Task Force is calling on the community to help locate two individuals wanted in connection with a major internal theft investigation. Detectives have identified the suspects as Whitney Pleasant and Demario Jones, both former employees of a local retail chain.

Shreveport Police released a statement on Monday that Pleasant has been captured,  Jones is still at large.

The investigation began after management at Citi Trends, located in the 3700 block of Jewella Avenue, reported significant financial discrepancies. According to authorities, the thefts occurred over a two-month period during November and December of 2025. An internal audit conducted by the business revealed that thousands of dollars were missing from the location’s accounts.

Felony Warrants Issued Following Investigation

Following a thorough review of the financial records and evidence gathered by the joint task force, investigators successfully obtained arrest warrants for both Pleasant and Jones. Both individuals are now facing charges of felony theft. While their previous employment at the Jewella Avenue store has been terminated, their current whereabouts remain unknown to law enforcement.

Public Assistance Requested for Arrests

The Shreveport Police Department is urging anyone with information on where Pleasant or Jones may be hiding to come forward. Residents can contact the department directly at (318) 673-7300.

For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through Caddo Crime Stoppers by calling (318) 673-7373 or using their mobile app. Crime Stoppers emphasizes that tipsters do not have to reveal their identity, and information that leads to an arrest could result in a cash reward.