NPD
The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating two separate armed robberies that took place off South Drive.
On Jan. 17 around 8:37 p.m., NPD officers responded to 97 South Drive (Texaco) in reference to an armed robbery. They made contact with the store employee who said that a white male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, grey sweatpants, white athletic shoes and a black mask entered the store and demanded cash while pointing a gun at the clerk. The suspect then fled and ran west across South Drive.
The second armed robbery occurred Jan. 19 around 7:08 p.m. when officers were dispatched to 122 South Drive (Subway) in reference to the store being robbed at gunpoint. Officers made contact with the victim who said a white male, around 5 feet, 8 inches-6 feet tall, 200-250 pounds, wearing a light grey hooded sweatshirt, black gloves and a black mask entered the restaurant and demanded money while holding a gun. The suspect fled the restaurant and ran west behind the store
To report suspicious activity, contact the Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101. Anyone with additional information in regards to this investigation should contact Detective Terry Johnson at (318) 357-3858. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.
How to report an anonymous tip via Natchitoches Crime Stoppers:
Call Natchitoches Crime Stoppers at (318) 238-2388. All tips remain confidential and the caller can receive a cash reward up to $2,000 for the arrest of an offender.