Alexandria, LA (8/9/2024) – Residents across Alexandria reported heavy police patrols in various neighborhoods this week. The joint policing operation in Alexandria involved units from the Alexandria Police Department, Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Louisiana State Police.
On Wednesday, August 7th, witnesses observed a police pursuit that ended near Houston and Wise Streets. A helicopter was seen surveying the area, adding to the heightened activity.
On Thursday, August 8th, residents and commuters on North MacArthur Drive, Enterprise Road, Monroe, and Tennessee Streets witnessed an increased police presence. Police pulled over vehicles and surrounded buildings, appearing to search for a specific individual. Both marked and unmarked units participated in the operation in Alexandria. A witness also reported the use of drones.
UrbanCast/InvolvedInItAll.com reached out to the City of Alexandria for comments. However, spokesperson Michael Caffery did not respond, as is often the case. A Louisiana State Troopers spokesperson confirmed that a joint policing operation in Alexandria was ongoing, in collaboration with RPSO and APD. A press release will be issued upon the operation’s completion.
Stay tuned to UrbanCast/InvolvedInItAll.com for further updates on this policing operation in Alexandria.
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