ON THE REBOUND
February 9, 2018
PLAYER OF THE WEEK
February 9, 2018A 25-year-old Raceland man is arrested and one more is sought in connection with a convenience store burglary in Raceland.
Just before 1:30 a.m. on Dec. 27, Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a convenience store located alongside La. Highway 1 in Raceland in reference to a possible burglary.
Upon arrival, authorities observed signs of forced entry, but no one was on the scene.
Authorities investigated and learned that two suspects entered the store and stole several items of merchandise.
Aut horities quickly developed Dante Hester, 25, of Raceland. as a suspect.
Later that morning, Hester was located and during questioning, he admitted his involvement in the crime.
He was arrested and charged with one count of simple burglary. He’s held on a $5,000 bond.
Authorities believe at least one more person was involved in this burglary.
Tipsters can remain anonymous and information that leads to an arrest may net a $1,000 cash reward.
