Shreveport Woman Arrested for Shoplifting With Her Child

Shreveport Police officers responded to a theft in progress at the Walmart located on East Bert Kouns Industrial Loop.

A Walmart employee reported seeing a woman, later identified as Autumn Blue,  concealing merchandise while inside the store. The employee kept an eye on her and told SPD as the suspect attempted to exit the business without paying.

Blue was leaving the store with around $228.88 worth of unpaid merchandise, with her 7 year-old daughter.

Blue had been issued a lifetime ban from Walmart in 2022, and had prior theft-related convictions, including at least two guilty pleas.

While in custody, Blue was allowed to give her personal belongings and her child to a friend. Officers also found suspected marijuana in her possession.

Blue was arrested and charged with Habitual Offender – Theft, Criminal Trespass, Possession of Marijuana, and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor.

From SPD:

"The Shreveport Police Department remains committed to addressing repeat offenders and protecting local businesses from ongoing theft.

Anyone with additional information related to this case or similar incidents is encouraged to contact the Shreveport Police Department at 318-673-7300 or Caddo Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373."