SHREVEPORT, La. – Detectives with the Shreveport Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit have obtained arrest warrants for two men accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise from local Lowe’s home improvement stores.
The investigation began on December 3, 2024, after authorities reviewed a report detailing a theft at the Lowe’s on 2710 Alkay Drive. Surveillance footage revealed two Hispanic male suspects stealing several items before fleeing in a white Volkswagen Atlas.
Lowe’s Asset Protection personnel provided police with video evidence, including the suspect vehicle’s license plate number. They also reported that the same individuals were involved in theft or attempted theft incidents at the Lowe’s located at 7301 Youree Drive on two separate occasions.
After consolidating the three incidents, detectives determined that a total of $3,276.65 in merchandise had been stolen. Further investigation led to the identification of the suspects as Andres Licon, 37, and Gerardo Armendariz, 23.
Authorities have issued arrest warrants for the following charges:
• Andres Licon:
• Felony Theft
• Attempted Felony Theft
• Gerardo Armendariz:
• Attempted Felony Theft
• Misdemeanor Theft
The Shreveport Police Department is urging anyone with information about the suspects’ whereabouts to contact them at (318) 673-7300 or call Caddo Crime Stoppers at (318) 673-7373. Callers can remain anonymous.
