Suspect Arrested in Connection with October 11 Armed Robbery in Lake Charles
Suspect Arrested in Connection with October 11 Armed Robbery in Lake Charles
Published October 14, 2019
From the Lake Charles Police Department – On Friday, October 11th, 2019 at 11:53 AM, the Lake Charles Police Department was assigned to 1900 Prejean Drive in reference to an armed robbery. During the course of this ongoing investigation, Tyron Scott Sonnier, 18, of Lake Charles was identified as the suspect. Sonnier was subsequently arrested and charged with armed robbery, armed robbery with a firearm, and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Judge David Ritchie issued a bond of $275K.
Cpl. Chris Baudin was the initial reporting Officer. Evidence Officer Jessica Single processed the scene. Sgt. Shad Brister placed Sonnier under arrest.
Anyone with additional information regarding this offense is encouraged to contact lead investigator, Detective Willie Fontenot, at 337-491-1311.
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