Sheriff Eddie Soileau, of the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office has released the
following:
As the crime rate rises with the approach of the holidays at the end of the year, I’m
asking all citizens in Evangeline Parish to be vigilant and report any and all suspicious
activity. The Department have made arrangements to have more Patrol Deputies
patrolling the roads during this holiday season. We are asking that each citizen take pre
cautionary measures in ensuring that their valuables and belongings are safe and secured.
Property crimes has risen with motor vehicles and all-terrain vehicles. Investigators are
working diligently to resolve these crimes and recover the stolen property. During the
last few weeks, Investigators have been able to recover and return ATVs to the rightful
owners.
In an effort to combat this problem, the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office encourage
residents to employ some basic preventative measures:
Lock vehicles and remove keys
Remove valuables from view
Park vehicles in the garage or driveway
Leave exterior lights on
Report any suspicious behavior to the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office
at 337-363-2161.
Buckle up, Be Safe and have a very SAFE Holiday Season.
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