Deputies are investigating a burglary that occurred at 8875 Siegen Lane, the location of Wilds Car Care. An unknown person or persons forced entry into the business and fled the area prior to the arrival of deputies. Persons with information regarding this investigation are asked to call 389-5000.

Detectives are investigating an attempt first degree murder that occurred in the 5800 block of West Rio Drive. The victim had been visiting at a residence located on West Rio Drive. Upon leaving the residence, the victim was walking with a friend when he heard someone yelling. The victim turned to see a female identified as Katherine Jones armed with a handgun. The victim was then shot by Mrs. Jones. The victim and friend then ran from the area. The victim is being treated at a local hospital for his injury. Through investigation, Mrs. Jones was located and charged accordingly for 2cts Attempt First Degree Murder.

Detectives are investigating an attempted armed robbery that occurred at 6401 Bluebonnet Blvd, the location of the Mall of Louisiana. The victim was walking to his vehicle in the parking lot. He was confronted by a black male that demanded his wallet. The victim refused to surrender his wallet, causing the suspect to punch him. The accused then fled the area in what was described as an older tan or gold color Ford Explorer. The suspect, who was armed with a handgun at the time of this incident, is described as follows: black male, light complexion, late teens, approximately 5'5" in height, medium build, wearing a white t-shirt and a white and orange baseball cap. Persons with information regarding this investigation are asked to call 389-5000.

Overturned tanker truck at 1000 W. Mount Pleasant Rd. An Enterprise tanker truck overturned on the southwest side of the road in the ditch near the entrance to the Georgia Pacific plant. The tanker was loaded with approximately3, 500 gallons of Sodium Hydroxide. The tanker remained intact no product was spilled. Haz-mat teams from LSP, DEQ and Garner Environment Services were on hand to supervise the unloading of the product from one tanker to another. The road was closed for several hours until the tanker was off loaded and returned to the highway. The public was not at risk. The driver of the tanker was not injured. The driver was cited for failure to maintain control of the tanker. Dy. investigated the incident under file # 06-78371.

Attempt 1st. Degree Murder at 9532 Tracy. On 11-23-2006 at approximately 9:56am, the victim was driving in the area of 9532 Tracy in the victims Acura Infinity when the victim observed three b/m subjects standing near a red pickup truck. As the victim drove by a shot rang out striking the drivers side window. Three more shots were fired as the Acura drove away. A tall light complexion b/m was observed standing up in the group when the victim drove by. The victim was wounded by one of the gunshots that were fired. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of a non-life threatening wound. Sgt. Alex and Detective Greene are investigating this incident under file # 06-78348. Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to contact the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office at 225-389-5000. Crime Stoppers is also offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for this incident. Contact Crime Stoppers at 344-7867.

1st. Degree Robbery at 12392 Plank Rd. location of the Circle K Store. On 11-23-2006 at approximately 9:24 am, a b/m entered the store and asked the clerk to use the telephone. When the b/m finished using the telephone, the subject grabbed an unknown amount of currency from the cash register and fled the area on foot. The subject was last seen heading toward the Rite Aid Pharmacy. The b/m was wearing a dark blue baseball cap blue sweatshirt with a hood and blue jeans. Detective E. Strickland is investigating this incident under file # 06-78344. Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to contact the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office at 225-389-5000. Crime Stoppers is also offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for this crime. Contact Crime Stoppers at 344-7867.

Armed Robbery at 7111 Hooper Rd. location of the Shell Station. On 11-22-2006 at approximately 7:43pm, a b/m entered the station armed with a Black semi-auto handgun demanding money from the clerk. The clerk complied; the robber took the cash along with several packs of Black and Mild cigars. The subject fled the store on foot heading south toward Mickens Rd. The b/m is described as medium complexion 5'7" to 5'9" inches tall 180 pounds wearing a blue bandana and blue sweatshirt with hood. Cpl. Curtin and Detective Travis are investigating this incident under file # 06-78244. Anyone with information concerning this robbery is asked to contact the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office at 225-389-5000. Crime Stoppers is also offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of this individual. Contact Crime Stoppers at 344-7867.

On 11/20/06, Deputies with the S.C.A.T. Team, Armed Robbery and Burglary and Narcotics Divisions conducted criminal patrols in the Gardere and Southpark areas. Deputies made the following arrests and seizures:

1. Patrick Kenyon Crawford - (Male 29) - Arrested for P.W.I.T.D. Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Illegal Carrying of a Weapon with CDS, Simple Criminal Damage to Property, Resisting an Officer, Possession of Marijuana, P.W.I.T.D. Schedule II (Xanax), Possession of Schedule II (Xanax), Possession of a Legend Drug and Loitering.

2. Fredrick Raby - (Male 22) - P.W.I.T.D. Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine, Resisting an Officer and Loitering.

3. Sky Weathers - (Female 18) - Arrested for Possession of Marijuana.

4. Bobby Prater - (Male 19) - Arrested for Possession of Marijuana and No Seatbelt.

5. Latoier Hardison - (Female 19) - Arrested for Possession of Marijuana.

6. Kevin Curry - (Male 19) - Arrested for Possession of Marijuana.

Deputies seized approx. 101.8 grams of suspected marijuana with a street value of $509.00. Deputies seized approx. 55.5 grams of suspected cocaine with a street value of $5,550.00. Deputies seized 9 suspected Xanax pills with a street value of $180.00. Deputies seized one Cypro Heptadine pill with a street value of $20.00. Deputies also seized one Hi-Point .45 Caliber handgun with a street value of $300.00.

Security personnel from Neighbors Federal Credit Union called the Financial Crimes Division about a suspect who was in the bank trying to cash counterfeit money orders. Detectives responded to the bank and took Dominic Iron (B/M, 23 years old) into custody.

Dominic Iron had 7 counterfeit money orders totaling $3,500.00 that he was trying to deposit into his checking account. Detectives arrested Iron and charged him with Bank Fraud, Monetary Instrument Abuse, and Attempted Theft.

On Monday, November 20, 2006, the Narcotics Division concluded an investigation into the distribution of cocaine within East Baton Rouge Parish. The investigation culminated in the seizure of approximately one pound of cocaine, a handgun, an assault rifle, and $7,153.00 of drug proceeds. This investigation took place in the 8900 block of Orleans Drive, Baton Rouge, LA. Wilbert Shelton (b/m 08/18/1977) was arrested and booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine, resisting an officer, and illegal possession of a firearm.

There has been a significant increase in the circulation of counterfeit American Express Gift Cheques in the Baton Rouge area over the past several months. The Sheriff's Office would like to inform the public about the dangers involved in cashing counterfeit checks and about ways to spot a counterfeit. If you do cash or deposit a counterfeit check or money order, you can be held criminally liable for your actions.

Use extreme caution when dealing with people over the internet. If you meet or do business with people through Ebay or other auction sites or through internet based personal ads, you should be suspicious if they want you to cash checks or money orders for them.

Recent schemes have involved the use of American Express Gift Cheques. Persons claiming to be from Nigeria will UPS or FedEx the money orders and ask you to cash them at your bank. Once they are cashed, the person wants you to keep some of the money and send the rest back to them by Western Union.

The American Express Gift Cheques have several security features similar to those on your money. They have holograms, watermarks, and security threads. You should examine these features closely to determine if your cheque is legitimate.

If you have any doubts, call American Express at 1-800-525-7641 or visit their website at http://www10.americanexpress.com/sif/cda/page/0,1641,18543,00.asp

Detectives are investigating an armed robbery that occurred in the 13700 block of Kenner Ave. The victim was standing outside of a residence when he was approached by two black males, one of whom was armed with a handgun. The victim was robbed of his personal belongings and told to walk away. The suspects were last seen running towards Orleans Ave. The suspects are described as follows: Suspect #1 black male, 18 to 20 years old, wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. Suspect #2 black male, 17 to 18 years old, wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. Persons with information regarding this investigation are asked to call 389-5000.

Stabbing at 13968 Northgate Dr. On 11-19-2006 at approximately 9:12pm, Deputies responded to the previous address in reference to a b/m subject with a possible stab wound. Lt. Pollar along with Dy's Altazin and Pray arrived on scene and were advised that a b/m subject was transported to a local hospital for treatment of a suspected knife wound. During the investigation, Det. Ruiz learned that the homeowner had asked the b/m to leave his residence. The subjects had a verbal argument, the b/m was advised he was not welcomed at the residence. The b/m went to his vehicle and retrieved a handgun and entered the residence. The b/m attempted to rack a round into the chamber, the round stove piped in the chamber. The b/m began hitting the homeowner with the handgun. The homeowner armed himself with a steak knife and stabbed the b/m. The b/m fled the residence at that point. No other injuries were reported. No charges were filed at this time pending further investigation by Detectives. Detectives Ruiz and Lewis are investigating this incident under file # 06-77554.

Attempt Burglary at 11560 Plank Rd. location of Slatons Gunsmithing. On 11-20-2006 at approximately 1:43am, Deputies responded to an audible alarm at the previous listed location. Cpl. Curtin along with responding Deputies observed no one at the business or in the area. Upon further investigation Deputies observed a door on the north side of the building that was tampered with. No signs of entry were observed. Cpl. Curtin investigated this incident under file # 06-77583. Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to contact the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office at 225-389-5000.