Deputy in Louisiana Injured While Apprehending Suspect During Stolen Vehicle Incident in LaPlace

LaPlace, Louisiana, Louisiana – A deputy in Louisiana was injured while apprehending a suspect during a stolen vehicle incident in LaPlace.

The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office stated on April 25, 2023, that a St. John Sheriff’s Office sergeant was hurt while attempting to arrest the driver of a stolen car in LaPlace, Louisiana.

The incident occurred during the morning of April 25 in the parking lot of a business in the 1600 block of West Airline Highway in LaPlace, Louisiana according to reports from authorities. The SJSO was notified of a stolen vehicle traveling on West Airline Highway in LaPlace around 11:15 a.m. The motorist allegedly exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot as the officer performed a traffic stop. As he caught the suspect, the sergeant suffered a leg laceration.

The officer is being treated at a nearby hospital and is in stable condition according to reports. Minor injuries were also sustained by the suspect.

An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. A person is presumed innocent until proven guilty.