Press Release

On September 21, 2022, Officers with the Monroe Police Department HEAT team conducted a narcotic investigation at 2705 Point Drive in Monroe. The investigation led to the HEAT team obtaining a search warrant for the residence. The search produced methamphetamine, approximately one pound of marijuana, and 19 firearms ranging from rifles to handguns. Richard Moncrief

The individual in these photos is wanted for Theft of a Motor Vehicle.  The theft occurred on 09-15-2022 from a construction site on Tower Drive.  If you recognize the individual, please contact the Monroe Police Department at 318-329-2600 or Crimestoppers at 318-388-CASH (2274). 

Two 14-year-old males have been arrested by Detectives for their involvement in the September 13th, 2022, shooting that left another male juvenile injured. Both juveniles were booked at the Green Oaks Detention Center for several charges including attempted second-degree murder, robbery, and illegal possession of a firearm by a juvenile. Related Press Release

The Monroe Police HEAT team made four arrests on September 13, 2022, including three juveniles for narcotics and weapons charges stemming from “Duce 5” gang activity on Gordon Avenue. The arrests yielded seizures of crack cocaine, ecstasy pills, marijuana, and three handguns. One of the handguns was reported stolen. The charges included narcotics possession, illegal

At approximately 9:00p.m. on September 13,2022, Officers responded to a shooting complaint in the 2900 block of Renwick St. Officers located a male juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound to his chest. He was later flown to a regional hospital and is listed in stable condition. Detectives were called to the scene and are currently

Shortly before 12:30p.m. on September 13, 2022, Officers were called to the 1400 block of Bernstein Park Road in reference to a robbery complaint. An Officer located the suspect, identified as Leandrew Nation, near the intersection of Marx and Morton St. As the Officer began exiting his vehicle, Nations immediately attacked, attempting to keep the

On August 24,2022 just prior to 3p.m. an Officer with the Monroe Police Department stopped a 2008 Dodge 4 door vehicle in the 1900 block of Lexington Avenue for having a switched license tag. During the traffic stop, a strong smell of Marijuana was coming from inside the vehicle as the driver, JeanLee Taylor was

Charlie Shane Purvis has turned himself in and has been booked. Related Release:

Shortly before 8p.m. on August 22, 2022, Officers were sent to the 1500 block of 165 South in reference to a shooting. Officers located an adult male suffering from at least one gunshot wound to his upper body. The individual was transported to a local hospital where he underwent surgery. He is currently listed in