We have received multiple reports of gasoline thefts from vehicles that remain parked at business properties. Vehicles left over night and unattended are being targeted. The suspect(s) have drilled or punctured holes in the gas tank under each vehicle and the gasoline is then drained and stolen.
The incidents that have been reported so far occurred at businesses on East Lincoln Rd, West LaSalle Street and East Main Street.
Chief Lartigue is asking businesses to notify the Police Department if they notice anything suspicious at their business or obtain any video surveillance of suspicious activity.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents, please contact the Ville Platte Police Department at 363-1313. Your call will remain anonymous.