Shreveport Police Arrest Partially Naked Man Following Indecent Exposure Incident

In the early hours of March 2, 2026, Shreveport Police responded to a report of indecent exposure in the 2600 block of Lakeshore Drive. Officers arrived on the scene shortly after midnight following complaints regarding a male subject exposing his genitals and buttocks in a public parking lot.

Partially Naked Suspect Taken into Custody

Upon arrival, officers identified the individual as Eric Johnson. According to police reports, Johnson failed to follow verbal commands when approached by officers. The situation escalated, requiring officers to physically take the suspect to the ground to secure him safely.

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A subsequent search of Johnson’s belongings revealed the presence of drug paraphernalia. Detectives later verified the details of the incident through store surveillance footage and witness statements, which indicated that this behavior had been an ongoing issue.

Legal Charges and Prior Convictions

Following the arrest, Johnson was booked on the following charges:

• One count of Resisting an Officer
• One count of Obscenity
• One count of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Due to a prior obscenity conviction in 2025, the current charge qualifies for enhanced legal penalties. If convicted, Johnson faces a potential sentence of up to three years in prison on the obscenity charge alone.

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The Shreveport Police Department stated that this arrest underscores their ongoing commitment to addressing criminal behavior and quality-of-life concerns that impact local neighborhoods.