Crime Stoppers Asking For Help Identifying Suspects in Masonic Temple Theft Case in Lake Charles

By Liora Hawthorne

Published July 01, 2023

Crime Stoppers Asking For Help Identifying Suspects in Masonic Temple Theft Case in Lake Charles

Lake Charles, Louisiana – Crime Stoppers in Louisiana are asking for help identifying the suspects in a Masonic Temple theft case in Lake Charles.

On June 30, 2023, Crime Stoppers of Lake Charles, Louisiana reported that authorities were alerted to a burglary that occurred on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Masonic Temple on V E Washington Avenue in Lake Charles. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the AC condensers had been stolen and damaged, amounting to a total loss of over $20,000.

The suspects, two unidentified males, were spotted around 2:00 a.m. at the scene of the crime, loading large objects into the bed of an older model green Chevy pickup truck. The truck produced a loud hissing noise when cranked and was last seen driving westbound on Pryce Street.

Authorities are asking that anyone with information regarding the incident contact Crime Stoppers at 337-439-2222. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. This is Lieutenant Jeffrey Keenum, signing off for Crime Stoppers.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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