ArkLaTex Crime Files

ArkLaTex Crime Files: Shreveport Police Dept. 2025 Year In Review

In this episode of ArkLaTex Crime Files, we examine the latest data from the Shreveport Police Department showing that while overall crime is down, high-profile homicides continue to impact the community. We discuss the tragic cases of Labriesha Patterson and Billy Patterson as police prioritize making arrests and solving these investigations. You can listen to the latest episode on KTBS+ or on your favorite podcast platform.

Silent Threat: Violence Against Women in Louisiana

In Louisiana, women face a hidden but devastating threat—violence. The Pelican State ranks among the highest in the nation for women killed in homicides. Many of these cases are tied to domestic violence, and the statistics paint a troubling picture: year after year, Louisiana consistently ranks in the top five states for women murdered by men, often by someone they know. That reality has hit hard here in Shreveport, where headlines have revealed case after case of women’s lives cut short. In this episode, we take a closer look at those tragedies—and the broader trend that’s putting women across Louisiana at risk.

Citizen App Comes To Caddo Parish

Since 2017, the Citizen app has connected millions of Americans to real time information about crime and threats happening in their communities.  The app recently expanded coverage to include Caddo Parish, one of eight new locations across the country. In this edition, Mara Aguinis with Citizen explains how the app works, and the many benefits it provides.

Nathaniel Code

An American serial killer in the heart of Shreveport's Cedar Grove neighborhood. Between 1984 and 1987 Nathaniel Code was connected to as many eight murders, including the July 1985 murders of the Cheney-Culbert family.  Former Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Scott Crichton was the lead prosecutor in the case.  Crichton reflects on the emotional and mental toll the case and trial had on him.

On The Run: Inside the search for the escaped New Orleans Inmates

After the escape of 10 inmates from a New Orleans jail in mid-May, the nationwide manhunt continues to find the remaining two who are still on the run after nearly a month. Thursday marks 3 weeks since the jailbreak. Retired FBI Special Agent Michael Anderson provides insight into the approach and law enforcement's game plan to apprehend the remaining suspects and the clues that are aiding in their search.