A Texas man was arrested April 23 in Ruston on charges of theft and marijuana possession, according to an officer’s report.
The Ruston Police Department report states officers were dispatched at about 6:19 p.m. to the 800 block of North Trenton Street regarding a theft.
Police identified the suspect as Larry T. Gray, 24, of Killeen, Texas.
According to the report, Gray told officers he understood the accusations and admitted to taking items from the business. Officers noted Gray was acting erratically and stated he had marijuana in his hand.
Gray was arrested and during a search, officers located additional marijuana and a cigarette containing marijuana. A backpack belonging to Gray was also searched, and officers reported finding a bottle of alcohol inside.
Gray was transported to the Lincoln Parish Detention Center and booked for theft of less than $1,000 and possession of marijuana.
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