Shreveport Police Arrest Two for Organized Retail Theft

Shreveport Police have arrested two men following an investigation into an organized retail theft operation targeting several businesses around Shreveport.

The investigation identified thefts at Kroger, Sam’s Club, Target, Best Buy, Lowe’s, and Home Depot, resulting in thousands of dollars in stolen items.

Ladarrius Bowers has been arrested and charged with:

· Six counts of Organized Retail Theft

· One count of Misdemeanor Theft

SPD

Jadarrius Bowers has been charged with:

· One count of Theft

SPD

The investigation began in June when detectives responded to a reported shoplifting incident. Through surveillance footage, investigative leads, and information provided by members of the community through Crime Stoppers, detectives identified the suspects and linked them to a series of thefts involving multiple retail stores throughout the city.

Detectives determined the suspects were responsible for at least nine reported thefts in Shreveport. Investigators also learned that many of the stolen items were being resold for profit.

Last week, members of the Shreveport Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit, Violent Crime Abatement Team (VCAT), and K-9 Unit executed a search warrant at a home on Emmett Drive. Both suspects were arrested and interviewed by detectives, where they made statements regarding their involvement in several of the thefts.

The investigation also revealed thefts in Bossier City. The Bossier City Police Department is conducting its own investigation and is expected to pursue additional charges related to offenses that occurred within its jurisdiction.

From SPD:

"The Shreveport Police Department appreciates the assistance of the public and our law enforcement partners in bringing this investigation to a successful conclusion. Organized retail theft drives up costs for consumers and impacts businesses throughout our community. Detectives will continue working with retailers to identify and hold offenders accountable."