Convicted felon arrested for theft in Bossier City

BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Authorities say they have arrested a convicted felon following a traffic stop. Detectives say he stole several items, including items from a Bossier Sheriff’s Office employee.

According to the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office (BPSO), on July 16, deputies stopped Hadrekus Baily in his car, where they allegedly found stolen property. During the investigation, it was discovered that Bailey was linked to a series of burglaries committed in the days leading up to the traffic stop.

Detectives say they found stolen items from five separate residences, including property stolen from a garage, a shed, and a vehicle. They said Bailey later admitted to his involvement in some burglaries and was booked into Bossier Max on the following pending charges:

• Theft – Package Theft,
• Simple Burglary of an Inhabited Dwelling,
• Simple Burglary – Theft of a motor vehicle.

No bond has been set at this time. BPSO Sheriff Julian Whittington emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, and additional charges may follow.