Shreveport Police Arrest Man for Breaking and Entering

Shreveport Police have arrested a man after a burglary and firearm-related incident on Despot Road.

Officers got a call about burglary in progress after a man unlawfully entered a home through a front window. The suspect, who was known to the home's occupant, was able to get away before officers arrived.

As he took-off on a bicycle, the the man reportedly shot a gun into the air, putting the public at risk.

Through investigation, officers were able to locate and arrest Terry Burns. He now faces the following charges:

-Illegal Use of a Weapon

-Illegal Criminal Damage to Property

-Unauthorized Entry into an Inhabited Dwelling

From SPD:

"The Shreveport Police Department remains committed to protecting our neighborhoods and holding offenders accountable.

If you see suspicious activity, report it immediately."