Submitted by the Lafayette Police Department
UPDATE
LAFAYETTE, LA (September 27, 2024, 2:30 p.m.) – Regarding the attempted robbery in the 4200 block of Johnston Street, the Lafayette Police Department, in collaboration with the FBI, conducted a thorough investigation resulting in the arrest of the suspect, Walter Alexander, a 36-year-old black male. FBI agents took him into custody.
ORIGINAL
LAFAYETTE, LA (September 27, 2024) – On September 27, 2024, at 9:16 a.m., officers with the Lafayette Police Department (LPD) responded to the 4200 block of Johnston Street regarding an attempted robbery. The suspects fled the location but were later apprehended by patrol officers. Detectives with LPD are currently investigating the incident. As more information becomes available, an update will be disseminated.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact The Lafayette Police Department or Lafayette Crime Stoppers at (337) 232-TIPS (8477). You can download the LPD App and submit your information via the Submit a Tip tab. You can also contact Lafayette Crime Stoppers by downloading the P3 TIPS Mobile App or dialing **TIPS (**8477) on your mobile device. All callers remain anonymous.
