Shreveport Felon Arrested for Gun and Drug Possession
Members of the Shreveport Police Department’s Violent Crimes Apprehension Team (VCAT) successfully apprehended a convicted felon in possession of a firearm and narcotics following an investigation at the Royal Inn Motel located at 1906 N. Market St.
VCAT received information indicating that Dennis Morris (DOB: 5/28/1988) was reportedly intimidating residents and pointing a firearm at individuals on the motel premises. During the investigation, VCAT members also uncovered evidence suggesting Morris was engaged in narcotics distribution. With support from the SPD K-9 unit and Shreveport City Marshal Deputies, VCAT executed a search warrant at the location, resulting in the seizure of a .45-caliber semi-automatic pistol and various narcotics.
Morris, along with his girlfriend, Doriesha Martin, was taken into custody and transported to SPD Jail for processing. Charges for each suspect are as follows:
· Dennis Morris (DOB: 5/28/1988)
o Possession of Schedule I and Schedule II narcotics with intent to distribute
o Illegal carrying of a weapon in conjunction with controlled dangerous substances
o Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
· Doriesha Martin
o Warrants – Shreveport City Marshal’s Office
This successful operation highlights SPD’s commitment to removing dangerous individuals from the community and reducing illegal drug and firearm activity. SPD encourages residents to report any suspicious or criminal activity to aid in ongoing efforts to ensure community safety.
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